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Merrill Gardens at Madison

121 Brookridge Drive, Madison, AL 35758
8.6
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51 reviews

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Anonymous - Child of resident/client
4.0
Overall a great place, happy with our choice

I only have a few complaints after Covid this place has been short of staff. I don't get phone calls that I'm supposed to get them. Mom was in a car accident and Merrill Gardens contacted me a day later, and it was the head nurse who called me the day after "to follow up" not knowing I had no idea mom was in a car accident.The head nurse was shocked that I was not called the day of the accident that was a little upsetting. Also, when Mom has been admitted to the hospital at times, and I didn't know she was in the hospital, but all I knew is she was not answering her phone I would call the front desk looking for Mom at Merrill Gardens.They would say they didn't know where she was and not offer any kind of help except that will try to call me back. When Mom first moved in there, it was great, but I think Covid is really damaged this place. They're going up on their prices doubling tripling. Mom has lost many friends because they had to move into their own apartments not being able to afford the prices. That might be out of their control. I don't know mom's lucky that she has the money to be able to stay there. Also, Mom is reported that they don't offer healthy menu options. It's a lot of spicy food with no other options. Maybe a side dish option high fat, lots of salt and butter. Mom won't leave because of the friends that she has made and at her age she says she doesn't have the energy to move and it's not that bad and she has figured how to cope with some of the shortcomings of Merrill Gardens. She does report that they have great activities that and she seems to be having fun with her friends. I believe that they are just struggling because of Covid they really have the best intentions It is a beautiful facility and all the residents there do seem happy and it doesn't smell bad when I go in there and like I said they have a lot of great activities.... Read more

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About the facility Merrill Gardens at Madison

If you’re looking for a warm, friendly atmosphere for retirement, look no further. Merrill Gardens at Madison aims to make each resident feel welcome and at home upon arrival. With its red brick Colonial-style exterior, the community is classically designed to offer a nostalgic, comfortable environment. With the incredible services, residents are enabled to retain their independence and lead a joyous, active lifestyle.

The gorgeous community is located in the lively city of Madison. With the prime location, nothing is ever out of reach. Residents can easily visit local restaurants, shops, and parks while also accessing health care at the neighboring hospital. Residents can choose living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care to help accommodate each and every need.

Community Amenities and Services

To personalize care to each individual’s unique needs, Merrill Gardens at Madison provides a wide variety of services. The 24-hour staffing and resident call system enable each resident to feel safe and lead a worry-free lifestyle. The supportive team takes care of daily chores and caretaking, so that residents can spend their time on what truly matters to them. They offer weekly housekeeping, on-site maintenance, and scheduled transportation.

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Senior Living Options Offered

Assisted Living
Assisted Living
Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care
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Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living
Independent Living
Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Merrill Gardens at Madison is a community within Merrill Gardens properties. See all Merrill Gardens communities.

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Amenities at Merrill Gardens at Madison

Health Care Services

Memory Care
Diabetic Care
Incontinence Care
High Acuity Care
Medication Management
Non-Ambulatory Care
Staffing & Ancillary Services

Meals & Dining

Gluten-free
Low / No Sodium
No Sugar
Vegan

Room Amenities

Wheelchair Accessible Showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
Full kitchen
Kitchenette
Ground Floor Units
Private patio, deck, or balcony

Facility Amenities

Dining

Café or Bistro
Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

Complimentary Transportation
Resident Parking Available
Transportation at Cost
Uncovered Parking

Pets

Weight limit 31-40lbs
Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed

Common areas

Outdoor Common Areas
Indoor Common Areas
Main Street Shops
Beauty Salon

Recreational areas

Arts and Crafts Center
Fitness Center
Game Room
Movie or Theater Room

Services

Housekeeping
Beautician
Grocery Shopping and Errands
Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Memory care

Secured Community
Designed Specifically to Accommodate Memory Loss
Memory Care Only Community
Enclosed Courtyard

Languages spoken

English

Activities

Devotional Activities On-Site
Devotional Activities Offsite
Visiting Chaplain or Priest
Protestant Services

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8.6

Review Score

Review Score

51 reviews

8.6

Out of 10


5 star

59%

4 star

26%

3 star

8%

2 star

4%

1 star

4%

51 reviews

A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens at Madison with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens at Madison has 51 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.

How we score communities
Cleanliness

4.5

Friendliness

4.4

Meals & Dining

4.1

Care Services

4.2

Activities

4.3

Staff

4.2

Value for Cost

4.2

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5.0
Suzy Adams - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
August 29, 2017
Happy Mom :)

Our Mom LOVES Merrill Gardens. It is wonderful that she can have her dog Benji with her. She loves sitting on her back patio full of plants and flowers. Her independence is very important to her. My sister and I feel that we made the best decision EVER, moving Mom to Merrill Gardens where she is thriving, feels very safe and is happy :)

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 11, 2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you would recommend Merrill Gardens to others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything else.


5.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Memory Care
August 17, 2017
Verified Review
I Felt Better Living Here

I like the community very much and it is very nice too. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else but here. I like the way it is set up and it is spacious all around. I liked the feeling when I toured and I knew a few people here. I would recommend the community.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 11, 2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you would recommend Merrill Gardens to others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything else.


4.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
August 8, 2017
Verified Review
A good tour

We liked this community when we visited. This is a larger community with several buildings and several stories high. The community is beautiful and the people we met were really nice. This community is a little more expensive than we were looking for.

Cleanliness

4.5

Friendliness

4.5

Care Services

4.5

Activities

4.5

Value for Cost

4.5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 11, 2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you would recommend Merrill Gardens to others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything else.


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
July 14, 2017
Verified Review
A Great, Outgoing Community

This is a great community, and my father is doing very well since his move. It has made huge difference in him. I'am very satisfied with all they have done for us. I know he is safe, and in good hands. They have a good, outgoing staff here at this community. There is a lot of social activities available for the residents. They offer tons of services for the residents. I have nothing but compliments for this community, and I would absolutely recommend this community.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 11, 2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you would recommend Merrill Gardens to others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything else.


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
May 10, 2017
Verified Review
Great for an active senior!

This community was great! It just didn't seem like a good fit for my friend who needed more assistance.It's a good option for an independent senior who prefers a private apartment and wants to be more involved in activities.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 19, 2017

Thank you for providing us with this feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your visit to Merrill Gardens. We hope that your friend finds an option that fits their needs and please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.


4.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Memory Care
May 3, 2017
Verified Review
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I toured about nine locations before I chose this location. I made up a matrix and scored each with their program , location , price, meals, fitness, and size of the apartment.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4.5

Care Services

5

Activities

4.5

Value for Cost

4.5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 12, 2017

It definitely sounds like you did your research while looking into senior living options! We are so pleased that you chose Merrill Gardens.


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
May 3, 2017
Great place to live

It took the staff a couple of weeks to figure out my mother's specific needs. Once we as a team made a plan, the staff has been very efficient.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

4

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

May 12, 2017

We are happy that you chose Merrill Gardens for your mother, and we are glad that our team has been meeting her specific needs.


5.0
Kathy - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
March 19, 2017
Good move

I have been very pleased with the service, quality of food, atmosphere, and people. The staff is very attentive and genuinely concerned of each persons health and wellbeing.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

March 31, 2017

We are happy to hear that you are pleased with so many aspects of Merrill Gardens, from the food to the atmosphere to our team members. Thank you for sharing this feedback!


2.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
December 29, 2016

This place is pretty good!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

2.5

Care Services

2.5

Activities

2.5

Value for Cost

2.5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

January 6, 2017

Thank you for leaving us this review. We noticed that your comment is positive, though the score is 2.5 stars. Please let us know what we could do to improve your experience!


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
December 19, 2016
Verified Review
My mother's care

I am very happy with the care that my mom. The staff is outstanding. She really likes the food. They do offer her a lot of activities, but at this time she is not participating. We have recommended this community to other families for great care and value that is offered here with the community.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

January 6, 2017

Thank you for sharing this great feedback with us. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with the care your mom is receiving. And thank you for recommending Merrill Gardens to other families!


4.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
December 16, 2016
Verified Review
Nice Tour

I had a pleasant tour of this community. It is a very nice place with very kind people. The community looked nice and very well maintained. It was a good experience. All the staff was nice and informative. You could tell they know what they are doing here. My tour went well.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4

Response from Merrill Gardens at Madison

January 6, 2017

We are pleased that you had a nice tour of Merrill Gardens. Our team works hard to provide a good environment for residents.


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