Merrill Gardens at Wright Park in Tacoma, Washington, is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its residents. The community is conveniently located just steps from the beautiful and historic Wright Park and the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, providing residents with easy access to scenic walking paths, gardens, and cultural events in the heart of Tacoma.
Residents benefit from a comprehensive range of care options, including on-site podiatry services, medication management, and round-the-clock staff assistance. Support with activities of daily living encompasses full assistance with bathing and dressing, standby supervision for eating, and full assistance with toileting, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The memory care neighborhood is specially designed to support individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, featuring secure environments and a compassionate, trained care team.
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park boasts an array of upscale amenities to promote comfort, wellness, and engagement. Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals served daily in a bistro-style dining room, featuring menus that accommodate special dietary needs. The community offers a full calendar of wellness programs, educational classes, and fitness opportunities such as yoga, strength training, and walking clubs. Social and recreational activities include live music events, art classes, gardening groups, movie nights in the on-site theater, and outings to local museums, shopping destinations, and Tacoma’s waterfront.
Accommodations at Merrill Gardens consist of well-appointed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring private bathrooms, kitchenettes, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, emergency call systems, and large windows for ample natural light. Housekeeping, laundry services, and scheduled transportation are included to support a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming residents’ small pets.
Unique features of Merrill Gardens at Wright Park include signature programs such as the “Anytime Dining” concept, allowing residents to dine on their own schedule between 7 am and 7 pm, and the “Active Living” program, which focuses on holistic wellness through physical, intellectual, and social enrichment. The beautifully landscaped outdoor courtyards, patio seating, and walking paths provide peaceful spaces for relaxation and socialization. The facility maintains enhanced safety protocols, including secure building access, emergency preparedness, and ongoing staff training to ensure resident well-being.
There have been no significant changes in development or ownership announced in the past year, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park continues to uphold its reputation for personalized care and a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere.
Costs at this community start at $5,101 and range up to $5,101. The average price in the community is $5,101, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,427. The cost of independent 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.
