Merrill Gardens at Monterey is a senior living community located in Monterey, California, offering a range of care types including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Designed to meet diverse needs, the facility caters to seniors requiring varying levels of support, from those enjoying an independent lifestyle to those needing specialized memory care. The community is equipped with 24-hour staff and develops personalized care plans tailored to each resident, incorporating support for daily activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medical supervision is supported by medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, and ambulatory care services, ensuring residents’ health needs are consistently addressed. The memory care neighborhoods are secured and designed specifically for individuals with memory loss, providing a safe environment and specialized programming for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
The facility emphasizes comprehensive wellness with a calendar of fitness and wellness programs, chair yoga, massage therapy, and both indoor and outdoor walking paths for physical activity. Residents can participate in a variety of clubs and community groups, encouraging socialization and engagement. The availability of activities and group events is complemented by amenities such as a barber/beauty salon, chef-prepared meals, and communal spaces for gatherings. The community also offers services in both French and Spanish, addressing linguistic diversity among residents.
Transportation services at Merrill Gardens at Monterey include both complimentary and at-cost options for medical appointments, personal errands, and group outings. This enables residents to access healthcare services and community events conveniently while supporting their continued independence.
Resident and family feedback highlights the facility’s warm and welcoming atmosphere, commendable staff attentiveness across departments, and dedication to maintaining a clean and well-kept environment. Culinary services and social programming are repeatedly noted as strengths, with residents appreciating meal quality and the breadth of activities available. Although there have been some concerns about staffing levels and management responsiveness, particularly in memory care, the majority of reviews describe the community as friendly, safe, comfortable, and responsive to both resident and family needs.
As of mid-2024, no major recent changes or expansions have been reported at Merrill Gardens at Monterey; the facility continues to focus on delivering established care, services, and amenities to support residents’ independence, health, and sense of community.
Costs at this community start at $3,695 and range up to $4,700. The average price in the community is $4,198, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,363. 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.
