Studio
Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
$4,830/month
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9942 Highland Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
★ 4.826 reviewsvia A Place for Mom ↗
About the community
Situated in the heart of Rancho Cucamonga, traditional architecture meets modern to provide a surprisingly comforting atmosphere within this luxurious community. The community is committed to providing exceptional care with incredible amenities. Whether you prefer to relax outdoors or indoors, there are several options for both. Nearby, residents can also visit local shops and restaurants during outings. Come discover the wonders of a fun, peaceful retirement in Rancho Cucamonga! Our wonderful community is a proud member of Merrill Gardens — a family-owned company dedicated to providing freedom and flexibility in retirement. You’ve spent your life building friendships, pursuing hobbies, and accomplishing great things — that doesn’t end here. At Rancho Cucamonga, we offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care options to help accommodate every lifestyle. Community Amenities and Services The staff works hard to personalize care for each individual by providing a wide range of services. The community offers 24-hour staffing and resident call systems, enabling each individual to feel safe and lead a carefree lifestyle. The team takes care of the chores and caretaking, so residents can spend their time on what’s important to them. Daily tasks like weekly housekeeping, on-site maintenance, and scheduled transportation are all taken care of. For residents requiring additional support, the assisted living option is ideal. The compassionate care team is happy to provide assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, safety checks, and more. And for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, the community provides a memory care option in the Garden House. The unique program enables the care team to craft personalized activities by learning each individual’s personal story. Helping residents reach or maintain their optimal health is the goal. The community offers flexible dining options and an incredible wellness program. Enjoy nutritious meals in the dining room, or take them to go. Stay fit and active by participating in exercise programs. Although staying physically active is key for health, staying socially and creatively engaged is just as important. The activities calendar offers several opportunities to enable residents to keep up with their hobbies. Furthermore, residents can choose to utilize the shared spaces to relax or gather. Read an enticing book in the library, watch new movies in the theater, enjoy a drink at the wine bar, relax poolside, roam the courtyard, or simply gather around the piano! With so many spaces and activities to choose from, residents will never find themselves stuck in a monotonous routine! Living Arrangements At Merrill Gardens, it is the goal to help each resident feel at home, so the community offers several floor plans. Currently, residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Each apartment features a full kitchen to enable residents to cook when they’re feeling up to it. The community also welcomes pets and encourages visitors! Care Types Offered Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga 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 Rancho Cucamonga Inspection Reports 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
Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
$4,830/month
Schedule a visit →Assisted Living · 1 bedroom
$6,030/month
Schedule a visit →Assisted Living · 2 bedroom
$7,625/month
Schedule a visit →Memory Care · 0 bedroom
$7,120/month
Schedule a visit →Independent Living · 0 bedroom
$4,200/month
Schedule a visit →Independent Living · 1 bedroom
$5,400/month
Schedule a visit →Independent Living · 2 bedroom
$6,995/month
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August 6, 2026 at 6:40 AM PDT
Operator changed from not published to Merrill Gardens.
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★★★★★
PositiveAll office staff are friendly and helpful. The caregivers that we have worked with are very friendly and caring. Dining room staff is very friendly and so is the cleaning staff. Overall it is a very pleasant place to live/visit. They hold monthly meetings with the administrator and residents to discuss anyone's concerns. Many activities and outings are offered, convenience of a hair salon, exercise room (they offer a lot of exercise classes), and a very nice pool. The facility is very open, a lot of light and a…
Response from the communityThank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We are glad to hear that you and your mother are both happy with our team, amenities, and overall atmosphere at our community. Thank you for choosing us as your loved one's home.
January 4, 2026
★★★★★
PositiveMoved here three months ago. Great staff and employees. Excellent food. Very comfortable lifestyle ! Plenty of activities to keep busy including games, exercise , Bible studies, trips, grocery shopping , plus a special service: transportation to and from doctor appointments two days a week. Highly recommend
Response from the communityHi James, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are grateful to hear that you would recommend us to others, and that you think so highly of the team!
December 27, 2025
★★★★★
PositiveMy mother was only there for three months, as she passed away in September. During the three months she was there, the staff took great care of her. Merrill Gardens is beautiful and well maintained. Everyone who works there is caring and communicative with the family.
Response from the communityThank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are honored to have had the opportunity to care for your mother and are glad to hear that our team provided excellent care and communication during her stay. We hope your family is doing ok during a difficult time. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything.
August 2, 2025
★★★★★
PositiveWe have been looking for an assisted living facility for my parents for quite some time. We looked at many places but knew we were at home when we walked into Merrill Gardens and were greeted by wonderful staff. We had to move my dad in earlier than my mom, and they provided the extra services he needed. The place is beautiful, and we love how they decorate for the holidays. We are excited that my parents have started to get to know other people, especially other couples, and that there are so many activities they …
Response from the communityHi Tamme, it's so wonderful to hear that your parents have had such a positive experience with us! It makes us happy to hear that they are making friends and getting the care they need. We do our very best to provide top-notch service, so it's great to see we're living up to this goal.
December 23, 2024
★★★★★
PositiveI want to thank you so much for taking the time to give me a tour of Merrill Gardens. It was such a pleasure to speak with you and everyone at the facility. I appreciate your knowledge and warm welcome. I thoroughly enjoy the tour you guys are so warm and friendly.
Response from the communityHi Martha, thanks for coming by for a tour and thanks for leaving us this review. We're happy that you included us in your list of potential communities.
December 23, 2024
★★★★★
PositiveAmong other facilities I’ve looked at merrill gardens definitely has been one of my top choices! Residents seem very content with their stay and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend this facility to others.
Response from the communityHi Gio, thank you for recommending us to others and we're thrilled that we made your top choices list! Please reach out if you'd like to tour again or learn more.
December 23, 2024
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Coverage last checked August 6, 2026.