Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is a senior living community located in Renton, Washington, providing both assisted living and independent living options for residents. The community is designed to offer personalized support to seniors, including assistance with activities of daily living such as full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as some assistance with eating. Residents can benefit from a range of amenities including housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning services, communal dining, an enclosed courtyard, indoor walking paths, and on-site barber/beauty salon services. The community also offers a variety of organized clubs, wellness and fitness programs, and supports social engagement including brain fitness activities through the Dakim program.
Care and medical support at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre encompasses a broad spectrum of services. Nursing support is available on a 12-16 hour basis, and additional clinical care includes medication management, diabetes care, ambulatory care, incontinence care, and podiatry services. Memory care is provided in a secured, purpose-designed portion of the community, featuring enhancements to support those with memory loss, such as secured environment and specialized programs. The staff also supports a mental wellness program, hospice care, and wellness and fitness routines tailored to each resident’s needs, with communication available in both Chinese and Spanish to serve a diverse resident population. The facility offers varying levels of care and is equipped to accommodate residents as their needs evolve, facilitating transitions between independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Transportation services at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre include complimentary transportation for residents, which can be scheduled for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes such as shopping and community outings. The community also helps arrange transportation as needed to ensure residents have reliable access to external services, health care, and leisure activities.
According to resident and family reviews, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is frequently commended for its compassionate and attentive staff, well-organized activities, and supportive community atmosphere. Staff members such as Shelly and Debbie are regularly highlighted for their personalized care, especially within memory support services. Reviews note positive experiences with the transition process and the ability to "age in place" as needs change. Facility strengths cited by families include a welcoming environment, good communication with staff, and quality social opportunities. However, some reviews report challenges related to maintenance response times, occasional food quality concerns, communication gaps, and costs. Overall, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is reported to foster a positive, engaging environment with a strong emphasis on resident well-being, though certain operational aspects present opportunities for further improvement.
Costs at this community start at $4,534 and range up to $6,692. The average price in the community is $5,613, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,488. 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.
