Merrill Gardens at Lafayette in Lafayette, CA, is a senior living community that offers a variety of living options tailored to meet different needs, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community is designed to provide residents with a comfortable and engaging environment, supported by a range of amenities such as chef-prepared meals, wellness programs, and pet-friendly accommodations. Residents can participate in a vibrant lifestyle enriched with social, cultural, and recreational activities. The facility is known for its attentive and caring staff, who are praised for establishing personal connections with residents, ensuring a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

In terms of care and medical support, Merrill Gardens at Lafayette provides residents with numerous healthcare and wellness services. The community ensures that residents have access to 12-16 hour nursing care, supporting various needs from ambulatory and incontinence care to more specialized services like diabetes care and medication management. The secured community offers memory care for individuals with cognitive challenges, including a mental wellness program tailored to enhance cognitive health. Residents can also benefit from hospice care when needed, allowing them to remain in familiar surroundings as their health needs change. The different levels of care available are designed to cater to each resident's evolving requirements, ensuring comprehensive support throughout their stay. Additional services such as laundry and dry cleaning, a barber/beauty salon, and engaging clubs and communities, including those for Chinese-speaking residents, enhance the daily living experience.

For transportation services, Merrill Gardens at Lafayette provides several options to accommodate various needs. Complimentary transportation is available for residents requiring travel for medical appointments, ensuring easy and convenient access to healthcare services. For non-medical purposes, residents can utilize transportation arrangements provided by the community or opt for transportation services offered at cost, enabling participation in social outings, cultural events, and personal errands. This flexibility aids in maintaining residents' independence and connectivity with the surrounding community, thereby enhancing their overall quality of life.

Costs at this community start at $3,995 and range up to $5,944. The average price in the community is $4,970, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,028. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.