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As a family-run and privately owned senior living company, Merrill Gardens offers independent living housing, assisted living, and memory care at 64 locations in more than 15 U.S. states, including Best of Senior Living Award winners, Merrill Gardens has 3,478 reviews and an average review rating of 4.3 out of 5. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Merrill Gardens recognizes that its residents want a hassle-free lifestyle and more time to live the way they want. The focus at Merrill Gardens always remains on the people who are living and working in the well-maintained communities at this fifth-generation family company.

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Turners Rock Senior Living Community

3911 E State Hwy D, Springfield, MO 65809

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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77 reviews

I have been coming to Turners Rock for over 4 years now and I come to visit friends and dine with friends. I also now really enjoy volunteering with the activities department and love working with the people...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.

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Mission Ridge

4349 South Kansas Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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52 reviews

My sister was in Assisted Living and is currently in the Memory Care Unit at Mission Ridge. The atmosphere is very welcoming and warm. The staff are great. My sister has been through a journey and everyone...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...

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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park

5 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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41 reviews

After being my husband's full-time caregiver for several years, I knew a change in lifestyle was imminent. I moved to Merrill Gardens at Wright Park to have the security and comfort of knowing others were...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Merrill Gardens at Greenville

90 Payne Street, Greenville, SC 29601

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
5
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9.8
Review Score
22 reviews

Merrill Gardens is a very good independent living facility. It's now 100% full of friendly active people. There are many activities. The food is good and employees are friendly. The parking situation is...

Provides: Independent Living

The Pines Of Newmarket

9 Grant Road, Newmarket, NH 03857

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
78 reviews

I live in a different state from my parents. The staff at the Pines is wonderful with their communication and care of my parents. I would recommend.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

The Pines Of Newmarket have served the residents of New England since 1999. At The Pines of Newmarket, our residents enjoy an array of services managed by a staff whose single goal is to help them enjoy life by creating a fun, loving and safe environment. We provide quality assisted living and...

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Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place

36 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
82 reviews

Overall 5 stars. The staff are attentive and respond quickly to requests. Food is good. The 2/2 apt is a good size for a couple. Plenty of activities and the overall cleanliness of the facility is very good....

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is a beautiful community located in a quiet, charming neighborhood, with shopping, restaurants, and local attractions just around the corner. From the beautiful sun porches, balconies, and landscaped grounds, to the fitness center, library, pool, and social...

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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

2701 Amhurst Dr, New Bern, NC 28562

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
107 reviews

The staff is well trained and friendly. Activities are appropriate and scheduled for multiple times every day. The rooms are a nice size and the facilities are very well maintained.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...

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Truewood by Merrill, West Covina

3601 East Holt Ave, West Covina, CA 91791

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
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9.5
Review Score
87 reviews

The Truewood team has been wonderful - friendly, welcoming and incredibly helpful from the start. We were truly impressed with how well kept and inviting the community is. The pricing was affordable and...

Provides: Independent Living

Bridgecreek provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of Los Angeles, you'll love our beautiful grounds, elegant facilities and the convenience of being in the middle of it all. We're close to shopping, recreation and healthcare. Our...

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Truewood by Merrill, Modesto

3420 Shawnee Dr, Modesto, CA 95350

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
79 reviews

Truewood is beautifully kept. My mother enjoys participating in bingo, crafts and chair Zumba. She also participates in their weekly outings. She says the food is good and appreciates the chef personally...

Provides: Independent Living

Truewood by Merrill, Modesto provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in the north end of San Joaquin Valley, you'll look forward to enjoying perfect weather most of the year at Truewood by Merrill, Modesto. We're conveniently close to Modesto, a charming...

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Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga

9942 Highland Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
26 reviews

All office staff are friendly and helpful. The caregivers that we have worked with are very friendly and caring. Dining room staff is very friendly and so is the cleaning staff. Overall it is a very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

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Murano Senior Living

620 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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30 reviews

My in-laws have been at the Murano for 6 months. My 95-year-old mother is moving in next month. There have been staffing shortages in the dining room but they are back to full. Management listens and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Specialized Care:Our community offers Enhanced Assisted Living in our Pearl program. We can help with rehabilitation and are trained in Parkinson's Disease Care. Our Opal program is for those needing a safe memory care environment. We focus on socialization and natural therapies to give our...

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Truewood By Merrill, First Hill

1421 Minor Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
49 reviews

First it is clean and spacious. Second as a vegetarian, I have been able to eat food that I like and plenty of it. Third the atmosphere is quiet and comfortable. And outside, the creative neighborhood is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill is perfect for those who like being near boutique shopping, theaters, concert and lecture halls and much more. This friendly retirement community is in the First Hill neighborhood, where many of Seattle's best known and highest quality medical practices are...

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Truewood by Merrill, Port Charlotte

2500 Aaron Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
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9.6
Review Score
167 reviews

My dad is happy at Grand Villa. He goes on the trips to various stores and restaurants. Enjoys the events with live music and Ice Cream Sundae days. I would recommend them to others who are searching for...

Provides: Independent Living

Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living and assisted living from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.

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Merrill Gardens at Woodstock

12730 Hwy 92 E, Woodstock, GA 30188

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
38 reviews

Staff admin - caring, empathetic, engaging. The remember you, the respect your parent, they share when there is something going on in a respectful manner. Any doable idea is welcomed. The manager is direct...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

This beautiful community outside Atlanta oozes southern charm with all the modern conveniences - including spacious apartments with washers and dryers and full kitchens in most units, a theater, wine bar style bistro and lots of cozy common areas. Relax with friends in the landscaped courtyard or...

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Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch

1935 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson, NV 89012

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8
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9.5
Review Score
27 reviews

The employees have been , helpful , caring , and all together great . The facility is very beautiful , and clean. The apartment is a perfect size and everyone is always so helpful and in great attitudes.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Our community has 88 independent retirement and assisted living apartments with a combination of one bedroom and two bedroom floor plans. Our apartments are spacious with full kitchens, central air conditioning, washer/dryer, walk-in closets, and large stall showers with seats. Each unit has...

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Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
52 reviews

My mom loves everything about the place and has only been there a month! I give them all 6's. My mom has been down sizing for about six years this was her fourth move, this is her smallest place a studio...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...

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Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale

9185 E Desert Cove Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
28 reviews

This has been a great place since I moved in a for years back. The new owners are making great changes. The food is excellent and the staff is friendly.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a beautiful place to live with a...

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Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs

1260 Ocean Springs Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
48 reviews

All of the staff and administrators have gone above and beyond to help my mom transition to her new living situation. I know she's hasn't been easy to handle. When speaking with my mom, she enjoys the food...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a premier personal care community along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It’s a community you’ll be proud to call home. Here, you can center yourself and focus on living the good life, and we will take care of the rest. We offer world-class personal care for...

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Truewood by Merrill, Boise

2600 N Milwaukee Ave, Boise, ID 83704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
133 reviews

The staff care is excellent. The med techs are very good at delivering medications. The activities are varied and creative. Our apartment is large and bright. It is cleaned once a week. The chef routinely...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Choice, independence and new friends await you at Truewood by Merrill, Boise. Our lovely two-story building lends lush courtyards, a dedicated staff and many planned activities to our residents. Our friendly licensed nurses and caregiver teams ensure every resident at Truewood by Merrill, Boise...

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Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills

52 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
72 reviews

My uncle has been very happy at Cogir. After only two months, he already feels at home and is receiving wonderful care from the staff. His studio apartment is surprisingly spacious, with a kitchenette, a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Combine amazing service, great friends, and resort-level amenities and you’ve got the perfect recipe for all the comforts of home. Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills offers Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care all in one campus for flexibility and convenience.With amenities like a...

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The Pines, A Merrill Gardens Community

500 West Ranch View Drive, Rocklin, CA 95765

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
46 reviews

The staff and care were exceptional when we first became part of this community. Unfortunately, the experience has declined over time, and I believe much of that is due to changes made by Cogir. Several...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle

263 Glen Riddle Road, Media, PA 19063

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
93 reviews

The staff has been very helpful and respectful. The apartment size is good, just right for mom's needs. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

There are assisted living facilities. And then there's Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. One reason why our community is such a special place to live is that we understand every family wants the very best for loved ones.As a company that is family-operated, our commitment is to each resident...

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Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park

2440 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene, OR 97401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
113 reviews

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...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is a beautiful place to live within the prestigious Ferry Street Bridge-area of Eugene, and it is also near Springfield. Our neighborhood offers a small-town feel with all the conveniences of big city living—world class shopping and dining, a commitment to the...

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Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

112 Andover Park E, Tukwila, WA 98188

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
Review Score
37 reviews

The apartments are beautiful and well-appointed. The staff is incredibly caring, food is tasty. Love that the dining room is open 7 am to 7 pm! The facility is kept very clean, and issues are attended to in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

You’re going to love it here. Merrill Gardens at Tukwila boasts beautiful views, engaging programming and much more. With spacious apartments, stunning common areas, and a variety of amenities to serve you, Merrill Gardens offers a wonderful place to call home.It's all about choice. Choose from...

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Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave, West Chester, PA 19380

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
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14
14 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
70 reviews

My mother is as happy as one can be in a memory care facility. [Name Removed] the activities director, is wonderful. The nurses and caregivers seem very nice as well. .om seems well cared for.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...

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View the Merrill Gardens lifestyle. From private and common living areas to activities and dining options, these virtual tours will show you how Merrill Gardens welcomes its residents home.

Truewood By Merrill, First Hill

Take a virtual tour of Truewood By Merrill, First Hill in Seattle, WA.
Take a virtual tour of Merrill, First Hill, an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community in Seattle, WA. This pet friendly senior living facility features anytime dining, a beauty salon, and complimentary transportation, offering residents a social and maintenance-free lifestyle. To schedule a live tour or to compare options, contact a local senior living advisor.

1 min March 22, 2022

Truewood by Merrill, River Park

Take a virtual tour of Truewood by Merrill River Park in Fort Worth, TX
Take a virtual tour of Truewood by Merrill River Park, a maintenance-free pet friendly Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care community located in Fort Worth, TX. To schedule a live tour or to compare options, contact a local senior living advisor.

1 min April 25, 2022

Merrill Gardens at The University

Take a virtual tour of Merrill Gardens at The University in Seattle, WA.
Take a virtual tour of Merrill Gardens at The University in Seattle, WA. This pet friendly assisted living and independent living senior living facility features restaurant style dining, a library, and intergenerational programs. To schedule a live tour or to compare options, contact a local senior living advisor.

1 min March 22, 2022

Merrill Gardens at Kirkland

Take a virtual tour of Merrill Gardens in Kirkland, WA.
Take a virtual tour of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland, an assisted living and independent living community in Kirkland, WA. This pet friendly senior living facility features grocery shopping and errands, a golf course or putting green, and karaoke. To schedule a live tour or to compare options, contact a local senior living advisor.

1 min March 22, 2022

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8.9
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2,494 reviews

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2,494 reviews
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A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 701 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens has 2,494 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.3 out of 5.

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5.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Assisted Living
January 5, 2026
Verified Review
Review for Merrill Gardens at Madison

Staff is friendly and responds quickly. Monthly Town Hall meetings allow all the residents a chance to ask questions and make suggestions. The vivacious activity director is phenomenal. It is not possible to participate in every activity because there are so many. The activities are interesting, fun, and varied. Several common areas are available with tvs, comfortable seating, and a fireplace. The theater is comfortable and includes a very large tv. Monday afternoon Happy Hour in the bistro with entertainers is always well attended. The nurses are visible throughout the day, checking in with residents and getting to know all the residents. Caregivers check in daily and respond to apartments within 15 minutes of requests. The maintenance staff is friendly and efficient, responding to requests on the same day. Housekeeping is done on the same day each week. The dining room serves made-to-order breakfast 7-10:30 and lunch/dinner 11:30-7. The on-site chef creates two main entries daily, but a menu of salads, sandwiches, burgers, etc., is also available. The apartments are roomy and lovely, with high ceilings and large windows. The bathrooms are large and attractive. The kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator and stove and many cabinets. The entire, recently renovated property is beautiful and welcoming.


5.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
January 5, 2026
Verified Review
Merrill Gardens at Greenville

What I like the most about the community is the cleanliness, the friendliness, the meals and dining and the activities. Yes, I would recommend Merrill Gardens at Greenville to other families.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Tracey T - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
January 1, 2026
Great experience so far

My dad moved into The Pines six months ago. The nurses and staff are friendly and courteous. They treat him with respect. They joke and laugh with him. They have taken special care to learn his particular needs. (He has a disability.) My siblings and I feel very comfortable with him being there, and my dad says he feels safe and comfortable there, too.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

3

Care Services

5

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
Johanne H - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 29, 2025
Frequent visitor to my mom

My mom has been a resident at the Pines for about 15 months now. Everyone is very friendly and approachable when I have any concerns or questions. The facility is very warm and clean. My mom is a little quiet but she has adjusted well and has made some friends. The nursing staff is very good to her and she seems to enjoy most of her meals. The activities program is wonderful and she loves the music!! Overall, we are very pleased with the care my mom is given & would highly recommend the Pines.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Julie McGondel - Toured community
Not Sure
December 29, 2025

I recently was on a tour of the facility and I can’t say enough about the warmth and depth of caring of all the staff members. From the administrator to the caregivers to the housekeeping staff - each resident is treated with care and as a beloved family member. There is a commitment to excellence throughout the facility, and there is an attention to detail and a constant level of engagement and awareness of how each resident is doing on that particular day. I work in healthcare and I have probably toured over 100 different facilities and this is by far one of the best facilities that I have seen.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Faye W - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 28, 2025
Happy My Sister Lives At Merrill Gardens

I am completely satisfied with the lifestyle Merrill Gardens Tukwila offers my sister. She is flourishing, enjoying all the amenities and activities at the facility. The staff are personable, friendly and caring. The facility is always clean and I tell my friends it’s like my sister lives at a 5 star hotel. I’m happy she and family chose Merrill Gardens Tukwila for her home. I love visiting her there and often join her for a tasty meal in their awesome dining room.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Fran E - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 23, 2025
Review of wonderful staff.

Whenever I have a question or request everyone is beyond helpful. I am so appreciative of the kindness and caring of [removed names] and all the staff. It is not always easy being patient with seniors. But patience is always practiced by all the staff here at Merrill Gardens in Willow Glen!,

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 23, 2025
Verified Review
A caring community!

I would recommend to others. All staff and administration are very caring , friendly and supportive. We appreciate being part of this community. All staff/ administrators have been very supportive, caring and friendly.


5.0
Christopher R Ekblom
Assisted Living
December 22, 2025
The BEST!

Pines of New Market shines love and light on all the residents through excellent care, professional staff, and quality activities. They go above and beyond to provide the best atmosphere for friends and family as well! I have had the honor of serenading all the residents with guitar music every month this year and am always impressed with the cleanliness of the dining area. As soon as you walk in, you can see residents lounging comfortably by a fire place and it always smells like fresh coffee! The caregivers are very nice and attentive to all the residents and the entire place is decorated for the holiday season. I LOVE that I get to visit them and wish every community has this level of care standards. Thank you to the entire Pines of New Market team for all you do for the residents!!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Eleanor - Family/Friend
Memory Care
December 20, 2025
Making elder years worth living

Being the youngest of a large family, I have what I'd say is "too much experience" with assisted living facilities. Thank goodness for The Pines. It's not a "facility"; it's the next best thing to "home." It tries to give a loved one's later years real worth--day by day. In doing so, it gives families as much peace as is possible. Here are a few ways: a caring, patient staff, a number of whom have worked at The Pines for years; a priority given to figuring out individual needs and addressing the inevitable situations that arise; serving delicious homemade food; an effort to create a bright and cheerful environment; reasonable cost in comparison to other area residences; well-chosen and frequent activities and celebrations. The people at The Pines definitely do their best to be "home" fo our loved one.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Todd S - Family/Friend
Independent Living
December 19, 2025
Mission Ridge!

Mission Ridge is a beautiful facility and more importantly has a first class staff that genuinely cares about not only the residents but the family members as well. I would highly recommend everyone to put it high on your priority list to check it out!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

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Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Michael O - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 19, 2025
Verified Review
Lovely facility and wonderful staff

It is a lovely facility, with friendly, courteous and professional staff.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Hannah S - Toured community
Not Sure
December 19, 2025

I recently visited The Pines of Newmarket. This is a beautifully looked after place. The staff is incredibly friendly, and is genuinely happy to be there. The director, [name removed] cares about the residents and staff like I’ve never seen. He lights up the room with infectious laughter and joy. The staff are laughing along with the residents and their coworkers. The nurses are buzzing around and interacting with the folks who live here. They know everyone and what makes them happiest. Residents have smiles and you can hear the chatter when you walk in. It gives the vibe that the people who live there own it and are really being catered too. They host fun activities and events. They had a holiday party. The residents all got gifts that they were pleased with, and an Elvis impersonator was very entertaining! This is a place that I would feel at ease knowing my loved ones get to enjoy their days there. It simply and wonderfully feels like home.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Alice D - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 19, 2025
Very impressed with visit

The Pines provides a warm and caring environment and the staff was very interactive with the residents. The residents were friendly, chatting with each other and they showed concern for each other as well. The staff appeared to know each of the residents and were engaging with them in a variety of ways. We really enjoyed our visit.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
3 Shades of Gray
Assisted Living
December 18, 2025
PINES Stand Tall Among Seniors

We have the pleasure of providing entertainment to the residents (and staff!) monthly at The Pines of Newmarket and it is always a joy to see all of the smiling faces! We sing a variety of "oldies" from the 40s-50s-60s-70s and everyone sings along and has a great time. The place is always clean, plenty of staff around assisting and smiling with the residents. [removed names] and the rest of the crew seem to truly care about each resident and their well being. We play at over a dozen senior living facilities in the Seacoast area-The Pines is definitely one I wouldn't hesitate to place my loved in!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

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Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

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5.0
Laurie P - Family/Friend
Memory Care
December 18, 2025
Mom is always good

My mom has been at Pines for almost a year now and has adjusted so very well, all thanks to the great staff at the Pines. They are caring and fun and Mom is always "good" when I visit, and by that, I mean, she is clean, smiling, and genuinely happy. That gives us so much comfort when we can't be with her all the time. Her room is nice and spacious, and it gives her the privacy she deserves when she wants it. Thank you, Pines!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Assisted Living
December 17, 2025
Verified Review
Turners Rock Senior Living Community

What we like the most about the community is the love, care, and consideration given to my mom is impeccable. They also know me by name and are happy to see me too. We would definitely recommend Turners Rock Senior Living Community to other families.


5.0
Yasmin M - Toured community
Independent Living
December 17, 2025

This retirement community provides the necessary activities, facilities, and personal assistance required for Senior Citizens. Additionally the Staff is extremely personable and attentive to individual desires. I know that this facility is an excellent place to be!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Independent Living
December 15, 2025
Verified Review
Bright and clean

Facility is bright, clean, friendly and active! The one bedroom apartment feels very spacious. Great & inviting amenities.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Lou. (Just moved in,haven’t had exposure to all that is offered.) - Resident/client
Independent Living
December 13, 2025
Proper Definition There is no Place like Home

We would prefer soft juicy hot meals. Soft and not so dry that our dentures might get sunk in a bite. Be able to choose what we want to enjoy as a delicious juicy warm to hot meal. Offering a delicious substitute for those allergic to is being served, and not going without deserts. I’m comfortable in n my pjs that are neat and clean. But not accepted , so I’ll have my meals in my room were socializing is forbidden because you’re not in proper attire and Truewood by Merril can gain more funds by charging Senior s extra. Whatever happened to living “Independently”, being happy enjoying your meals that are delicious and makes the atmosphere more socialized than making people uncomfortable with what is worn. I am finally home, in comfort and peace with making friends. Living my golden years with a value more precious than gold.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

2

Care Services

4

Activities

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Staff

5

Value for Cost

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