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Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park

2440 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene, OR

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.7113 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park

Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park offers a small-town feel with the conveniences of a big city. The modern community features neutral colors to provide residents a warm atmosphere. Surrounded by greenery, residents can enjoy sunbathing in the courtyard or strolling tree-lined walking paths. Currently, the community offers assisted living and memory care options. Close by, residents have a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Grab a bite to eat from a variety of global cuisines, shop big-box grocery and retail stores, golf at the Eugene Country Club, or hike the riverside trails at Alton Baker Park. The area also offers several medical offices within 15 minutes, so care is always accessible. Come enjoy a joyful, carefree retirement at Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park, today! Community Services and Amenities At Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park, you are encouraged to remain as independent as you’d like, while the 24-hour friendly staff is there to lend an extra hand whenever you need it. Each resident can benefit from assisted living services including housekeeping, laundry, home-cooked meals, home maintenance, assistance with activities of daily living, medication assistance, scheduled transportation, and more. The community also offers a secure and stimulating environment for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The memory care residence provides specialized programming and care that helps loved ones connect with their surroundings, family and friends, caregivers, and community — all within a comforting space. To help ensure proper care, Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park also has on-site registered nurses and licensed practical nurses available. With exceptional care comes exceptional lifestyle programming. The community prides itself on its vibrant, diverse calendar of events. With resident-driven activities, there’s something for every single resident to enjoy. You can participate in yoga classes, art classes, book clubs, holiday parties, game nights, lifelong learning opportunities, and so much more. Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park also offers a range of amenities for you to utilize. You can spend time exploring on your own or gathering with community members. Enjoy reading in the library, relaxing in the lounge, watching movies in the theater, strolling the courtyard gardens, playing a game of pool, or spa services in the salon. With so many amenities and activities, every day can feel special and unique. Living Arrangements The expansive community strives to help you find the ideal home, offering studio and one-bedroom apartments to help meet your individual needs. Each apartment is equipped for its care type with a resident call system. You’re also more than welcome to bring your friendly pets along to stay with you. Care Types Offered Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is an assisted living facility , which in the state of Oregon is a facility which offers and coordinates a range of supportive services available on a 24-hour basis to meet the activities of daily living (ADL), health, and social needs to six or more residents. The facility consists of fully, self-contained, individual living units. Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park Inspection Reports Related Articles Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference? Beyond Bingo: The 50+ Best Assisted Living Activities For Seniors Your Complete Guide to Assisted Living

Family and resident feedback

4.7 out of 5 from 113 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

My 1st 11 days at Merrill Gardens

The thing I like the most at Merrill Gardens (besides not having to cook or clean) is the atmosphere..it felt good the day my daughter and I visited and it still feels the same now that I’m living here.. everyone has a smile and a hello and seem to be happy…I’ve felt welcomed by staff and residents alike..only 2 complaints… my TV hasn’t worked for over a week now and I miss it! Have turned in a work order at the front desk a couple times.. the other thing is no storage in the bathroom..I’m using a storage bin..I ha

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Cleanliness
2.0 / 5
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2.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your kind words, Marilyn! We apologize for the issues with your TV and bathroom storage and assure you that our maintenance team will look to resolve them much quicker in the future. Your patience is appreciated and we're glad that overall you're happy and content with your experience here. Thank you for choosing Merrill Gardens as your home!

April 24, 2026
Marilyn EApril 8, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Definitely recommend.

The staff are amazing. They have been extremely responsive to all of our needs and concerns. Every place could use a full time doctor and 3 nurses that are "hospice care" level humans. (Think Angels) You are not going to find that at any reasonable price point. I think in general they have been great. Truly. For the money the activities and food are better than most. The bottom line is my dad loves it there and he hated the idea of leaving his house. They coddle him and the fact is he can be... well, difficult. Th

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your kind words! We are so grateful to provide a home for your dad knowing how hard it was to leave his house. Thank you for your support and trust in our team.

February 8, 2026
AnonymousFebruary 2, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park

My dad suffered a stroke 20 days in and was dehydrated although I was paying for them to take him to the dining room I don't believe they were. He had indents on his knees for being on the floor so long and took hours to call the hospital or myself to get a report thus they didn't do the stoke protocol due to the delay in reporting. The person who sold me on the placement was great but minute I signed everything was chaotic and all over the place. Feces left in the hallway I had to report to get cleaned. It was not

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Cleanliness
2.0 / 5
Friendliness
3.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
1.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are sorry to hear that your dad's memory care experience did not meet expectations. If you would like to talk about these issues any further, please reach out to our Vice President of Operations [removed email address].

November 27, 2025
AnonymousNovember 24, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Wonderful experience

The staff has been extremely helpful & communicative with us regarding our mom.

Response from the community

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.

January 4, 2026
AnonymousNovember 19, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

I am impressed with the staff. They are both friendly and anxious to help. The activities are diverse and seem to be fun for all. My daughter has made a number of new friends. My overall impression is a very positive one.

Response from the community

Hi Patricia, thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We look forward to continuing to provide a positive experience for you and your family.

November 27, 2025
Patricia NOctober 17, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Review for Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park

There are lots of activities and the staff is very warm and welcoming. We would recommend. So far so good.

Response from the community

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly!

November 27, 2025
HMOctober 16, 2025

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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 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided
  • Anytime Dining
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Room Service
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care

Services & convenience

  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Pet Care Available
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Trivia Games
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Holiday Parties
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Live Well Programs
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Stretching Classes
  • Community Service Programs
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Musical Performances

Outdoor spaces

  • Outside Patio
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Beauty Salon
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room
  • Ballroom
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Apartment & room features

  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette

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Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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