Merrill Gardens

i like Merrill Garden and the staff have done a great job Corona virus really trying to keep the residents safe. We chose this community because it was the nicest looking in appearance and cleanliness and the staff were knowledgeable and could answer our questions. He loves the food and they offer a good variety on the menu. I would recommend this community to other families. He loves living there and it really was the best option for him.

Every time I have visited, there is at least one of the staff that is constantly cleaning, including my mother's room. They do try to bring activities in for the residents, recognizing birthdays, and other things to make the residents to feel at home. The activities director is phenomenal, always smiling and positive! The food is adequate, although sometimes it seems like the memory care building is getting leftovers from the main building. The staff also does bring snacks around or drinks if the residents would like. In most situations, the care giving staff is doing a great job. They have really tried to make the best of my mother's situation and behaviors. We wish there was more communication from the staff regarding my mother's care, something like a regularly sent overview of my mother's health and well being.

They take the residents out but it is not really well advertised and they could offer more outing that are appropriate for all of resident's needs . The are always rushing during activities in the building . They just don't have enough staff support for activities. It's a nice residential facility. My mom is happy and the other resident seem to be fairly happy there. My mom says food is good. They have a nice outdoor patio and they offer underground parking for the residents.

I have been really please with how the community is handling the pandemic. I feel safe with my parents at Barkley Place. The food is great. My parents really like it. The room sizes are good. The community as a whole is smaller but adequate. When a room come available they redo the entire room, new carpet, paint, kitchen, all new for next resident.

Mistywood is a friendly place in a really nice setting. My sister is very happy there, she feels like it is her new home. Food is not the best, residents say the food quality has gone down. I like the layout of the community. The room sizes are good. The staff is very friendly.

I am thrilled with the way they are handling the COVID lockdown. They bring her meals to her room. They have done a good job with the overall move in process. The food is exceptional, she loves it, it's delicious. It's a great place for my mom.

This is a very beautiful, clean facility. They offer assisted living and memory care units. We were impressed with the staff, as they seem to be very attentive to the residents-even when no one is looking, and the residents seem very happy. We would definitely "drop in" (without an appt.) at a few different times of the day, just to check up, but we would do that anywhere before making a decision.

Very inviting. Staff and residents are happy and positive! Beautiful place. Too bad their assisted living med techs can’t administer insulin due to the facilities licensing.

Larger studio, current open one is on a corner w/2 windows so it would be an extra $100/month, $5600. Level of care 1-$450, 2-$900, 3-$1300, 4-$1800, 5-$2250. Has 2 closets, pretty spacious. Residents can leave doors open or closed. Not a lock down, alarm goes off on exit doors not key card access. Has been open for 20 years, added onto so some differences in rooms. Smelt a little stale (like urine) in the first section. Assisted living and Memory Care are combined together. Have a private dining room for patients who need lots of assistance for privacy. (She said she never charges the $2,250 so the max would be $7,400 plus purchase incontanace products.)

this is a very active hands on assisted living operation which also offers independent living which I am currently a participant in. The activity room and recreation services dept are excellent. There is transportation to and from appointments available but only on tuesdays and thursdays They have entertainment 2 or 3 times a week and the same with moves although they don't have a theater, it's just shown in the Grand Room. The meals are OK but menus are limited. This is a very Happy, Bright place. Everyone including the Operation manager are readily available and great you by name when they see you. They one short fall is the lack of an RN after 4 pm and weekends.

New structure. Friendly staff that tries hard. Good location with shopping, walking trails, restaurants all easily accessible.

This facility was beautiful but $1500 for a studios is ridiculous to me.

The staff was friendly. We went at 3 p.m. so the residents were out and about with various activities. The rooms were clean. This was my first tour so I am not sure how to rate the facility.

Way to expensive. A really nice place though. It deserves 5 stars, wish we could afford it. So I only gave it a 4. Tour was [date removed].

The Ackerly is a very nice facility. We were looking for a home for our mom, that would allow a simple transfer from assisted living to memory care and they could definitely do that. They have a good memory care program and the layout of that unit is really nice. We did find it to be more expensive, and they don’t accept Medicaid if you spend down your funds. Lovely facility and caring staff.

Toured facility; beautiful facility but mom felt rooms were too small for her.

So warm and friendly. Definitely a comfortable feeling and homelike atmosphere.

Upscale retirement community. Lots of intellectual pursuits and services, modern, clean design & fantastic activities will keep seniors busy and occupied. I'd give it 4 stars but it's at the high end of the price range for the area. But if it's in your budget..... it's a great place

Toured without an appointment. Staff were friendly and allowed us to tour on our own. Residents seemed happy and content.

My mom has been there for 6 months. It was a big move for her but she is all settled in and very happy. She enjoys the food and the activities. She has made new friends. Thanks to a Place For Mom for making this transition seemless.