Merrill Gardens at Gilroy

About the community

About Merrill Gardens at Gilroy

Neighboring a charming residential neighborhood, this traditional community boasts elegance and comfort. Neutral tones adorn the exterior and interior to create a warm, welcoming ambiance. The community has been named the best senior living community in Gilroy for three consecutive years and aims to uphold the standard by tirelessly working to keep residents happy and engaged through outstanding care and services. The wonderful community is a proud member of Merrill Gardens — a family-owned company dedicated to providing freedom and flexibility in retirement. At Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, residents can choose from independent living, assisted living, and memory care options to help accommodate their unique care needs. The community is also conveniently located near several parks and walking trails offering plenty of opportunities for residents to venture out and admire California’s captivating natural areas. Community Amenities and Services To personalize care to each individual’s unique needs, the community offers a wide variety of services. The 24-hour staffing and resident call system enable each resident to feel safe and lead a worry-free lifestyle. The friendly staff handles daily chores and caretaking so that residents can spend their time on what truly matters to them. They offer weekly housekeeping, on-site maintenance, and scheduled transportation. Residents who require additional support can benefit from the personalized assisted living lifestyle. The compassionate care team happily provides assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, safety checks, and other personal needs. Furthermore, the community offers a secure Garden House environment for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory loss. The unique memory care programming enables staff to listen and learn from each individual to better cater services to them. Merrill Gardens at Gilroy prioritizes your health and happiness by offering any-time dining and an incredible wellness program. Enjoy delicious, restaurant-style meals at your convenience or stay active by participating in the fitness programs. Staying physically active is key for good health, but the staff aims to also help you stay socially and creatively active. The purposeful activities calendar is constantly growing to cater to residents’ interests and hobbies. Activities range from lectures and art classes to social gatherings and off-site trips! Additionally, residents in memory care can benefit from activities designed to enhance and maintain their current cognitive abilities. To help residents build strong, lasting connections, the staff encourages them to gather and utilize the community’s shared spaces to bond and create lasting memories. Residents can read an enticing book in the library, enjoy a drink at the bistro, or stroll the expansive courtyard. The courtyard features lovely gardens, patios, and seating. Residents can also utilize the fitness area, salon, meeting spaces, and multiple living areas. Living Arrangements To help you feel confident when choosing Merrill Gardens at Gilroy as your home, the community offers a variety of floor plans to meet your unique needs. Residents can currently choose from 160 spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Most apartments feature full kitchens and easy access to a washer and dryer. The community also encourages you to add personal touches and bring your pets along to help you feel more at home. Care Types Offered Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) , which in the state of California is a housing arrangement for persons 60 years or older where supervision and personal care is provided based on the needs of the residents. These facilities are also known as assisted living facilities and board and care facilities . A residential care facility may provide care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Merrill Gardens at Gilroy Inspection Reports I Merrill Gardens at Gilroy Inspection Reports II Related Articles Beyond Bingo: The 50+ Best Assisted Living Activities For Seniors 4 Reasons Why Independent or Assisted Living May Trump Living Alone Memory Care Activities: How Communities Engage Seniors With Dementia