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HomeIowaOn With Life

On With Life

715 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA 500235159651339WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.8on Google(151 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
Not Rated
N/A
Quality
4/5
Beds
28
certified

How On With Life Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Oct 10, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 4, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Polk County 65+
66,726
13.5% of county
County Population
493,378
Polk County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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On With Life is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Ankeny, Iowa with 28 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
28
Avg Residents/Day
24.5
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 20, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Polk
Last Inspection
Sep 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
2.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (1)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide0.00 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing0.00 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (9)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FOREMAN, JIMW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 31, 2014
SHELTON, JEANETTEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
STILWILL, PATRICK MW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 21, 2006
SHELTON, JEANETTECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
FOREMAN, JIMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 31, 2014
ON WITH LIFE INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMay 22, 1987
FOREMAN, JIMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 31, 2014
SHELTON, JEANETTEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
STILWILL, PATRICK MOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 21, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for On With Life and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
On With Life
Ankeny, IACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: None
Sunny View Care Center
Ankeny, IA1.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
The Bridges at Ankeny
Ankeny, IA1.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,015
Mill-Pond
Ankeny, IA2.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
Johnston, IA5.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $258,177
Childserve Habilitation Center
Johnston, IA5.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Trinity Center at Luther Park
Des Moines, IA5.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $162,205
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
On With Life
Ankeny, IA · Current facility
—5/55/5N/ANone recorded
Sunny View Care Center
Ankeny, IA
1.6 mi1/51/53/5None recorded
The Bridges at Ankeny
Ankeny, IA
1.6 mi3/52/52/5$14,015
Mill-Pond
Ankeny, IA
2.3 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
Johnston, IA
5.1 mi1/51/54/5$258,177
Childserve Habilitation Center
Johnston, IA
5.3 mi5/53/55/5None recorded
Trinity Center at Luther Park
Des Moines, IA
5.4 mi1/51/54/5$162,205

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for On With Life?▾
On With Life has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of N/A/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does On With Life cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). On With Life participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has On With Life had any health inspection violations?▾
On With Life had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 4, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at On With Life?▾
On With Life provides 0.00 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.00 RN hours, 0.00 LPN hours, and 0.00 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does On With Life have?▾
On With Life has 28 certified beds with an average of 24.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near On With Life?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 3 in Ankeny. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about On With Life?▾
On Google Maps, On With Life has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 151 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.