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Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga

9942 Highland Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.826 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga

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

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

$4,830/month

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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

$6,030/month

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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

$7,625/month

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

$7,120/month

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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

$4,200/month

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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

$5,400/month

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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

$6,995/month

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Price history by floor plan

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Studio$4,200 observed · tracking future changes
$4,200Aug 6, 2026

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  1. August 6, 2026 at 6:40 AM PDT

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    Operator information updated

    Operator changed from not published to Merrill Gardens.

Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 26 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Nice place to live

All 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

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Response from the community

Thank 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
AnonymousDecember 11, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Excellent place to live!

Moved 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

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Response from the community

Hi 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
James GOctober 30, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Exceptional

My 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 community

Thank 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
AnonymousJuly 1, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

So glad we found Merrill Gardens for our parents

We 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

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Response from the community

Hi 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
TammeDecember 15, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

I 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.

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Hi 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
Martha LDecember 14, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

Great facilty!

Among 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.

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Response from the community

Hi 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
Gio BDecember 9, 2024

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 6, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Private Dining Room
  • Bar or Pub
  • Café or Bistro
  • Room Service
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Incontinence Care

Services & convenience

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • English
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Gardening Club
  • Water Aerobics
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Catholic Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Other Religious Services
  • Holiday Parties
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Live Well Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Community Service Programs
  • Bible Study Group
  • Wii Bowling
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs

Outdoor spaces

  • Private Bath
  • Barber Shop
  • Library
  • Beauty Salon
  • Main Street Shops
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Swimming Pool
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outside Patio

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Full kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 6, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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