Gracelen Terrace
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Portland, OR

Gracelen Terrace

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Portland, OR

Overview of Gracelen Terrace

Gracelen Terrace has been providing top-notch service since 1962 as a private senior facility in Portland. They prioritize privacy and take pride in their beautifully landscaped exteriors, providing an attractive and comfortable setting for their residents. They offer intermediate care, catering to each individual resident’s unique needs. They offer various specialized services such as podiatry, orthotics and prosthetics, dental, ophthalmology, dermatology, psychiatry, audiology, and more.

Its staff is committed to serving people of all backgrounds and languages. To ensure effective communication and care for all, they have interpreter services contracts in place. Residents also enjoy an engaging lifestyle with exciting excursions, entertaining events, and programs that stimulate their emotional and physical well-being. There are intellectual activities available to challenge the mind and help residents maintain their cognitive abilities. The staff values every resident and is dedicated to providing the ideal retirement lifestyle.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Oregon averages

Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
25m
−39% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
43m
−20% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 5m
−8% State avg: 3h 22m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
3h 55m
−11% State avg: 4h 23m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
1m
−80% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
24m
−8% State avg: 26m per day · National avg: 29m per day

All 6 underlying metrics fall below the state average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #14 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
44 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #225 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 225th out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
59 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
CountyMultnomah

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Hospice
Transitional Independent Living
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Housekeeping
Laundry
Transportation

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Inspection History

In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.

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

Overall vs. OR average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 207 This facility has had 186% more total inspections than the Oregon average (20 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 186% more

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.77
45% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.40

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.85
66% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.52

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Address 6.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Gracelen Terrace's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.58 miles to nearest hospital (Adventist Health Portland)

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Oregon average is: 49.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Mirabella Portland
NH
AL
CCRC(
MC
SNF
Portland (Southwest Portland)
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 67
Rank #315 / 350
--
5.80
Facility 5.80
OR AVG 5.24
Rank #16 / 79
+70%+11%
$0
Facility $0
OR AVG $62.3k
Rank #1 / 84
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 34.0
Rank #10 / 78
4.7
Facility 4.7
OR AVG 6.9
Rank #23 / 78
-24A+
81
Facility 81
OR AVG 56
Rank #80 / 462
Linda Dinan
$8.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $8.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG $11.5M
Rank #47 / 64
$11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG $5.7M
Rank #3 / 64
128.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 128.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG 49.5%
Rank #1 / 64
385274
Holladay Park Plaza
NH
CCRC(
SNF
Portland (Sullivan's Gulch)
51
Facility 51
OR AVG 67
Rank #223 / 350
74.9%
Facility 74.9%
OR AVG 74.7%
Rank #37 / 69
0%
5.11
Facility 5.11
OR AVG 5.24
Rank #52 / 79
-15%-3%
$0
Facility $0
OR AVG $62.3k
Rank #1 / 84
17
Facility 17
OR AVG 34.0
Rank #15 / 78
5.7
Facility 5.7
OR AVG 6.9
Rank #34 / 78
-38-
93
Facility 93
OR AVG 56
Rank #12 / 462
Michael Ellis
$19.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $19.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG $11.5M
Rank #4 / 64
$9.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG $5.7M
Rank #7 / 64
46.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 46.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
OR AVG 49.5%
Rank #43 / 64
385259
Prestige Care and Rehabilitation of Reedwood
NH
HOS
PC
SNF
Portland (Creston - Kenilworth)
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 67
Rank #162 / 350
82.7%
Facility 82.7%
OR AVG 74.7%
Rank #27 / 69
+11%
4.72
Facility 4.72
OR AVG 5.24
Rank #68 / 79
-6%-10%
$0
Facility $0
OR AVG $62.3k
Rank #1 / 84
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 34.0
Rank #4 / 78
5.5
Facility 5.5
OR AVG 6.9
Rank #31 / 78
-53-
84
Facility 84
OR AVG 56
Rank #56 / 462
Gail Brockway
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG $11.5M
Rank #42 / 64
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG $5.7M
Rank #41 / 64
48.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG 49.5%
Rank #34 / 64
385055
Marquis Vermont Hills
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Portland (Southwest Portland)
73
Facility 73
OR AVG 67
Rank #131 / 350
66.6%
Facility 66.6%
OR AVG 74.7%
Rank #50 / 69
-11%
5.53
Facility 5.53
OR AVG 5.24
Rank #25 / 79
-65%+6%
$0
Facility $0
OR AVG $62.3k
Rank #1 / 84
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 34.0
Rank #13 / 78
5.3
Facility 5.3
OR AVG 6.9
Rank #30 / 78
-49-
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 56
Rank #349 / 462
-
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG $11.5M
Rank #53 / 64
$3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG $5.7M
Rank #57 / 64
44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OR AVG 49.5%
Rank #47 / 64
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Oregon

Gracelen Terrace is located in Portland, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Gracelen Terrace

What neighborhood is Gracelen Terrace in?

Gracelen Terrace is in the Lents neighborhood of Portland.

Is Gracelen Terrace in a walkable area?

Gracelen Terrace has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Gracelen Terrace been in business?

Gracelen Terrace has been operating for approximately 44 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Gracelen Terrace?

No, Gracelen Terrace has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Gracelen Terrace?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Gracelen Terrace in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Gracelen Terrace?

Gracelen Terrace is located at 10948 Se Boise St, Portland, OR 97266.

What is the phone number of Gracelen Terrace?

(503) 760-1727 will put you in contact with the team at Gracelen Terrace.

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