Terrace Park Sr Living
Assisted Living · Leon, IA

Terrace Park Sr Living

Assisted Living · Leon, IA
Terrace Park Sr Living accepts Medicaid.
Terrace Park Sr Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Terrace Park Sr Living

Terrace Park Sr Living provides assisted living in Leon, IA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. The 32-bed community may suit someone who needs that support and prefers a smaller setting.

Starting prices are $3,762.50 for a studio and $4,300.00 for a one-bedroom, with the rate corresponding to the selected layout. Studios provide a single private living space, while one-bedroom units provide a separate bedroom. Each unit includes a private kitchenette and bath, so residents have those facilities within their own living space. Medicaid is accepted, giving families an additional payment option for eligible care costs.

Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet to live with them. A Walk Score of 53 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Transportation in Leon is provided by Southern Iowa Trolley, giving residents a transportation option within the city. Wellness and activity programs are available for residents to participate in.

Beautician services are available once per week, allowing residents to receive that service at the community rather than arrange an outside appointment. Jonda Mericle serves as the administrator.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 32 Rank #262 / 287Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 262nd out of 287 assisted living communities we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #54 / 231Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 54th out of 231 assisted living communities we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
25 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #107 / 300Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 107th out of 300 assisted living communities we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
53 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #185 / 261Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 185th out of 261 assisted living communities we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 261. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
46.9% This home usually has availability

Based on 15 residents and 32 beds. Source: state inspection report (Sep 2024)

Lower than the Iowa average: 61.6%

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Price Range
$3,763 - $4,300/Month

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 5, 2001
ExpirationFebruary 5, 2027
CountyDecatur
License NumberS0109
AccreditationsCertified as an Assisted Living Program by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals

Ownership & Operating Entity

Terrace Park Sr Living is administered by Jonda Mericle.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour emergency response

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Monthly Health Checks by Registered Nurse (RN)
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Additional Services

4 services
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Transportation in leon by southern iowa trolley

Contact Information

Fax6414468398

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Visitor PolicyOvernight visitors allowed; charges apply after one week
Minimum Age65

Amenities & Lifestyle

Cable Tv
Beauty Salon
Activities
Social Hours

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Terrace Park Sr Living.
Meal ScheduleThree family-style meals daily

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Private Room
In-Room Features
Private Kitchenette In Apartment Private Bath In Apartment

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (100% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 023.4 This facility has 100% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0 vs. IA avg 23.4).↓ 100% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 212.7 This facility has had 84% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (2 vs. IA avg 12.7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 84% fewer

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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
St Francis Manor
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Grinnell
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 73
Rank #92 / 287
No
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 45
Rank #20 / 300
-
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 18
Rank #11 / 231
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #104 / 261
-13
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 6
Rank #134 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263
Sunrise Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Sioux City
74
Facility 74
IA AVG 73
Rank #104 / 287
Yes
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #237 / 300
Studio
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 18
Rank #4 / 231
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #26 / 261
A+25
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #102 / 263
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #254 / 263
Friendship Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Waterloo
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 73
Rank #108 / 287
Yes
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 45
Rank #111 / 300
2 Bed / 3 Bed
50
Facility 50
IA AVG 18
Rank #7 / 231
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #55 / 261
-17
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 263
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #223 / 263
Green Hills Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Ames
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 73
Rank #166 / 287
Yes
18
Facility 18
IA AVG 45
Rank #248 / 300
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 18
Rank #15 / 231
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #77 / 261
A+14
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #74 / 263
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #223 / 263
Terrace Park Sr Living
AL
Lorraine Leon
32
Facility 32
IA AVG 73
Rank #262 / 287
Yes
53
Facility 53
IA AVG 45
Rank #107 / 300
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 18
Rank #54 / 231
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
IA AVG 61.6%
Rank #185 / 261
-2
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 263
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 263

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Terrace Park Sr Living

Is Terrace Park Sr Living in a walkable area?

Terrace Park Sr Living has a walk score of 53. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Terrace Park Sr Living?

According to IA state health department records, Terrace Park Sr Living's license number is S0109.

When does Terrace Park Sr Living's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Terrace Park Sr Living's license expires on February 5, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Terrace Park Sr Living?

Terrace Park Sr Living's occupancy is 46.9%.

How long has Terrace Park Sr Living been in business?

Terrace Park Sr Living has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Terrace Park Sr Living?

Yes, Terrace Park Sr Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Terrace Park Sr Living?

The team at Terrace Park Sr Living can be reached at westview@leoncarecenters.com.

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