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HomeIowaTraditions Memory Care of Newton

Traditions Memory Care of Newton

2130 West 18th Street South, Newton, IA 502086417911127WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(6 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
46
certified

How Traditions Memory Care of Newton 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
3/5
IA average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
1/5
IA average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.99 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.23 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
21.2%
IA average
44.1%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 2.99 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 0.23 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.74.
Staff turnover is 21.2%, lower than the Iowa average of 44.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 11, 2024
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 3, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more 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
Jasper County 65+
7,220
19.1% of county
County Population
37,808
Jasper County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Traditions Memory Care of Newton is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Newton, Iowa with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
44.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jasper
Last Inspection
Jul 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
21.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Oct 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Jul 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Aug 11, 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 Aide2.03 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.73 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.23 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.99 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.76 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
21.2%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
LENEAVE, THOMAS5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual30%Jan 1, 2016
CONNER, ROBERTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
FERGUSON, RACHELW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
TOTI, LISAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
TOTI, LISACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
LENEAVE, TEDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
LENEAVE, THOMASCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2016

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Traditions Memory Care of Newton and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Traditions Memory Care of Newton
Newton, IACurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Newton, IA1.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Wesley Park Centre
Newton, IA2.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $17,345
Newton Village Health Care Center
Newton, IA2.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Accura Healthcare of Newton East, LLC
Newton, IA2.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $19,744
Mayflower Home
Grinnell, IA18.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
The Cottages
Pella, IA19.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $40,054
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Traditions Memory Care of Newton
Newton, IA · Current facility
—3/54/51/5None recorded
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Newton, IA
1.6 mi3/52/52/5None recorded
Wesley Park Centre
Newton, IA
2.0 mi4/53/55/5$17,345
Newton Village Health Care Center
Newton, IA
2.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Accura Healthcare of Newton East, LLC
Newton, IA
2.5 mi1/51/51/5$19,744
Mayflower Home
Grinnell, IA
18.6 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
The Cottages
Pella, IA
19.5 mi2/52/54/5$40,054

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 Traditions Memory Care of Newton?▾
Traditions Memory Care of Newton has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Traditions Memory Care of Newton 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). Traditions Memory Care of Newton participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Traditions Memory Care of Newton had any health inspection violations?▾
Traditions Memory Care of Newton had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 3, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Traditions Memory Care of Newton?▾
Traditions Memory Care of Newton provides 2.99 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.23 RN hours, 0.73 LPN hours, and 2.03 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 21.2%.
How many beds does Traditions Memory Care of Newton have?▾
Traditions Memory Care of Newton has 46 certified beds with an average of 44.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 97% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Accura Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Traditions Memory Care of Newton?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 4 in Newton. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Traditions Memory Care of Newton?▾
On Google Maps, Traditions Memory Care of Newton has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Accura Healthcare

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