Terrace Glenn Village

    3400 Alburnett Rd, Marion, IA 52302
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Light-filled, well-designed, highly recommended community

    I toured Terrace Glen with Chelsea and was very impressed - the light-filled, well-designed facility has roomy sunny apartments, great amenities (dining, fitness, library), and active, happy residents. Staff from marketing to the front desk and maintenance were warm, knowledgeable, and responsive, the one-on-one tour was thorough, and the availability of higher-level care gave me peace of mind - I'm very satisfied and would recommend it.

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    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.81·(88)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.2
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      3.3
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      3.7

    Pros

    • Compassionate, resident-focused staff
    • Staff know residents by name
    • Knowledgeable, effective marketing and tour team (Chelsea frequently mentioned)
    • Clean, well-maintained facility
    • Spacious, light-filled apartments
    • Accessible, handicap-friendly unit layouts
    • Generously sized closets and in-unit laundry
    • Separate wings for independent and assisted living
    • On-site skilled and long-term care availability
    • Deficiency-free clinical survey
    • Wide range of amenities (fitness center, library, community deck)
    • Homey, well-decorated common areas
    • Active social community and family-like atmosphere
    • Regular activities and off-site outings (movies, plays, shopping)
    • Multiple dining rooms and dining-focused spaces
    • Smooth move-in support and transition assistance
    • COVID-conscious infection-control practices
    • High occupancy / waitlist indicating demand

    Cons

    • Inconsistent meal quality and menu execution
    • Meal-service reliability issues (tray errors and omissions)
    • Limited menu accommodations for specific diets and texture needs
    • Variability in staff conduct and responsiveness
    • Activity-programming variability and occasional minimal offerings
    • Perceived premium pricing for some households
    • Limited immediate availability due to waitlist
    • Room layout and privacy-management gaps

    Summary of reviews

    Terrace Glenn Village presents as a modern, well-appointed senior living community with strengths across facilities, amenities, and care levels. Reviewers consistently praise the physical plant: bright, spacious apartments with accessible bathrooms, generous storage, and in-unit laundry; attractive, homey common areas; and a range of on-site amenities such as a fitness center, library, and community deck. The campus design — including separate wings for independent and assisted living and on-site skilled/long-term care — supports continuity for residents who may need higher levels of care. Infection-control practices and a deficiency-free clinical survey were noted as positive indicators of regulatory compliance and clinical oversight.

    Staff and community culture are prominent positives. Many accounts highlight compassionate, resident-centered staff who are familiar with residents by name, and a welcoming, family-like atmosphere among tenants. The marketing and tour staff (frequently identified by name) receive strong, consistent praise for clear information delivery, helpfulness during tours and move-in, and follow-up communication. Families often described the move-in process as smooth and appreciated monthly resident–staff gatherings for addressing concerns. At the same time, there are recurring notes of variability in staff conduct and responsiveness; while many families found staff attentive and kind, others described instances that suggest uneven performance or morale that can affect day-to-day interactions.

    Dining and programming are mixed. Numerous reviewers praised delicious meals, multiple dining rooms, snacks, and celebratory events with food. The community offers a broad activity slate and regular off-site outings (movies, theater, shopping) that contribute to a socially active environment. However, there are consistent operational concerns around meal service: tray errors, crossed-off menu items, and instances where dietary preferences or texture-modified diets (including vegetarian choices and swallowing precautions) were not handled to family expectations. Activity offerings are substantial overall but described as variable in frequency or depth by some residents and families; prospective residents should confirm current programming schedules and dietary accommodation policies during a tour.

    Management and operations show both strengths and pressure points. The facility’s high demand and occasional waitlist reflect desirability, but they also mean immediate availability can be limited. Pricing perceptions vary: some reviewers found costs reasonable and competitive for the market, while others felt the pricing was high relative to their expectations. Communication and transparency around costs, availability, and care-level transitions are areas to review closely. Operational patterns raised by reviews include meal-service reliability, menu flexibility for special diets, and occasional privacy or room-arrangement concerns.

    Overall, Terrace Glenn Village appears to be a clean, attractive, and well-staffed community with robust amenities and a strong social culture. Prospective residents and families will likely find strengths in the facility design, staffing commitment, and continuum-of-care options. To make an informed decision, visitors should observe meal service during a mealtime, ask about specific dietary and swallowing protocols, clarify current activity schedules, review staffing ratios and staff-training practices, and discuss waitlist timing and detailed pricing. These targeted inquiries will help determine whether the facility’s generally positive attributes align with a particular resident’s clinical and lifestyle needs.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

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    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Terrace Glenn Village is located at 3400 Alburnett Rd, Marion, IA, 52302.

    About Terrace Glenn Village

    Terrace Glenn Village stands as a senior living community in Marion, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation all in one place, and what's nice is the variety of living spaces, because seniors can choose from one or two-bedroom apartments that come with full kitchens, washer and dryer, and private spaces, and folks get to enjoy an enclosed courtyard along with easy access to a spa, library, and fitness center, while pets under 50 pounds are allowed to come along too. The staff's known for showing kindness and helping each person with individual needs, and they hold regular monthly gatherings so residents and staff can bring up any concerns. Terrace Glenn Village focuses on helping residents keep their independence while also giving personal support and care, with private assisted living apartments and skilled nursing care if someone needs more help, and for those who need a care plan, there's a careful assessment process to figure out the right level of support, plus the services include incontinence care and help for non-ambulatory residents. There are activities scheduled every day-like cards, bingo, chair exercise, book club, church services, art and crafts, and movie nights, along with trips outside for groceries or visits to concerts, museums, or gardens-so residents have a lot of chances to stay engaged, and dining comes with nutritious meals set in welcoming spaces and sample menus for those who want to look them over. There's an office where anybody can ask for help or advice, and the underground parking keeps cars safe from bad weather, which is handy. Terrace Glenn Village tries to provide a familiar, supportive place, relying on the Five Precepts of Culture of Aging: dignity, quality, choice, respect, and community, with the mission being to help people find purpose, passion, and some joy in their lives, and even though there's no fancy talk, the focus is steady on each person's well-being and comfort, and the community is associated with the Iowa Health Care Association and the Iowa Center for Assisted Living, so people can expect experienced staff and care services offered on-site, along with something called the Care Finder feature on their website that helps families look for the services they need. Moving in usually comes with support from downsizing experts, senior realtors, and movers to keep things easier for seniors making the change, and with so many options and staff around, residents often find ways to get involved, meet new friends, and enjoy a simple, safe, and comfortable environment for daily living.

    People often ask...

    Terrace Glenn Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    There are 2 photos of Terrace Glenn Village on Mirador.

    Yes, Terrace Glenn Village allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 3400 Alburnett Rd, Marion, IA 52302.

    No, Terrace Glenn Village does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing licenses assisted living and long-term care programs, conducting recertification visits and complaint investigations.

    License number3092
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Programs
    Capacity68 residents
    EffectiveSeptember 3rd, 2024
    ExpiresSeptember 3rd, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    4

    Reports

    12

    Citations

    2

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    03 Feb 2025Complaint
    Found failures to provide written discharge notices, incomplete evaluations after significant changes, and outdated service plans for multiple tenants.
    • Discharge/transition notice
    • 481-69.22(3)Evaluation
    • 481-69.26(1)Service Plans
    01 Feb 2024Renewal
    Multiple deficiencies were found in policies, staff training, and tenant assessments, including failures to follow procedures after head injuries, incomplete nurse delegation training, and missing occupancy agreements and updated service plans.
    • 67.2(3)Program Policies and Procedures
    • 481-67.9(4)dNurse delegation procedures
    • 231C.5Occupancy Agreement
    • 481-69.22(3)Evaluation of Tenant
    • 481-69.26(1)Service Plans
    02 Dec 2021Complaint
    Identified deficiencies in staff records oversight, MAR/TAR documentation, service plan updates, and refusals documentation; corrective actions implemented and QA processes established.
    • Hiring documentation and QA oversight
    • MAR/TAR documentation and verbal order entry
    • Nurse notes and service plan updates
    • Refusals documentation and communication with RN
    11 Feb 2019Initial
    Found no deficiencies during the initial certification visit.

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