Nursing HomeMedicaid

On With Life

Strong Medicare quality ratings; public reviewers often praise highly skilled and dedicated rehabilitation therapists. Still worth an in-person visit.

715 Sw Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA 50023|28 beds|Licensed & active

4/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Google rating

4.8/5

based on 153 Google reviews

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On With Life has a strong overall Medicare rating. Public reviewers frequently mention: highly skilled and dedicated rehabilitation therapists and compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.

Google Reviews

156 public Google reviews available

On With Life is highly regarded for its specialized rehabilitation services, particularly for patients recovering from strokes and traumatic brain injuries. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's dedicated, professional staff and the effectiveness of their therapy programs, though a few individuals have noted frustrations regarding administrative communication and occasional security concerns regarding personal belongings.

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Highly skilled and dedicated rehabilitation therapists
Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
State-of-the-art facilities and clean environment
Effective, personalized recovery programs

Concerns

Poor administrative communication and follow-through (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 156 analyzed

140

How They Respond to Reviews

10%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

1With such a high rating for your rehabilitation therapists, how do you tailor recovery programs to meet each resident's specific physical goals?
2We noticed how much people praise the cleanliness of your facilities; how do you maintain that standard in the resident living areas?
3How does the nursing team communicate important updates or changes in care to family members to ensure we are always in the loop?
4Could you tell us about the daily activities and social opportunities available to help residents stay engaged with one another?
5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for notifying the family and providing immediate care?
6Since you have a smaller, intimate community of 28 residents, how does that size help in providing more personalized attention to each person's needs?

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Key Review Excerpts

“I refer to On With Life as Hogwarts, because it is a magical building full of magical people! Before I was blessed enough to come to O.W.L. Dr.s thought it probable that I never talk/walk again. Now I live independent Downtown and have a perfect (for me) part-time job!”

Rehab patient · 2022★★★★★

“The therapists are so creative with rehab activities, I've been able to fish indoors and outdoors. They will find just the right things to help you physically and mentally. Bonus...the food is way above average!!!”

Inpatient and outpatient patient · 2021★★★★★

“Would have given 5 stars. The Therapists are top notch. Keep an eye out on your belongings in your room. My brother had his watch stolen from his room”

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★☆

Source: 156 Google reviews in the current analysis set

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 14 measures

Medicare Rating

4/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Mixed Results

measures

Long-Stay Residents

Residents who were physically restrained

↓ Lower is better

This Facility20.7%

Worse than Avg

Here

20.7%

0.1%

0.2%

Polk

0.6%

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility12.9%

Better than Avg

Here

12.9%

19.0%

25.6%

Polk

26.8%

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better

This Facility4.0%

Better than Avg

Here

4.0%

13.9%

17.1%

Polk

17.5%

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better

This Facility13.7%

Worse than Avg

Here

13.7%

4.6%

4.2%

Polk

4.2%

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility27.6%

Worse than Avg

Here

27.6%

19.5%

20.8%

Polk

22.7%

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

93.5%

94.0%

Polk

94.8%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility98.5%

Better than Avg

Here

98.5%

82.0%

84.0%

Polk

86.7%

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility87.2%

Better than Avg

Here

87.2%

79.8%

73.3%

Polk

72.9%

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility2.2%

Worse than Avg

Here

2.2%

1.6%

2.1%

Polk

1.4%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback

4findings in history

Latest survey: 1 · well below IA avg (6.2)

1 complaint-triggered findings

On With Life shows a near-clean inspection record with only 3 minor deficiencies across 2 surveys, all corrected by the facility. The issues involved fire safety systems and smoke barriers, along with one infection control deficiency. No complaints were filed by families, and all problems were addressed with correction dates provided, suggesting responsive management when issues arise.

Jun 11, 2026Complaint1 finding

0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Oct 10, 2024Routine2 findings

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Oct 12, 2023Routine1 finding

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total

3deficiencies

Jul 20, 2026OtherNo deficiencies reported

None