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My parent's moved to Merrill Gardens Tukwila back in February 2024. They were dealing with some memory issues and needed some assistance with medications, checks at night, etc. They absolutely love their new apartment with views onto the Green River. They walk the trail along the river daily, which is only steps outside the community door. They love the food, staff, other residents, events, etc. Everyone is so kind and caring. The general manager, Shane, is amazing and my parent's adore him! All the nursing staff led by [name removed] are wonderful too! Very happy!... Read more
With scenic views of the Green River, Mount Rainier, and the bustling cityscape, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila provides assisted living and memory care to older adults in delightful Tukwila, Washington. The magnificent, high-rise community features luxurious features, oversized picture windows, and large open-concept spaces. Situated near the I-5 and I-405 interchange, this community gives residents easy access to the resources of the Seattle metropolitan area.
Feel at ease knowing skilled, around-the-clock staff are available to assist all residents — no matter their level of care. Team members offer assistance with medication management and personal care activities, including dressing, bathing, toileting, and grooming. Memory care residents can age gracefully while receiving additional person-centered support through the In the Moment program. Additionally, tasty and nutritious meals are served in the bright and cheerful dining room to keep everyone healthy and energized.
At Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, you choose how to spend your time. The dedicated care team plans engaging activities and social events to keep residents stimulated and involved. Seniors are welcome to knit, play games, or simply socialize with their peers in the comfortable game room. Sit back and enjoy a favorite film in the well-appointed media room, or relax and take in...
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Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
*Prices quoted are monthly rental charges and are provided by the communities themselves. Actual prices may differ due to one-time fees, timing and care services required. Speak with your Senior Living Advisor to learn more.
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A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens at Tukwila with 9.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila has 23 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.7 out of 5.
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[name removed] got Covid there, but their doc said cause of death was Alzheimer's which he was never diagnosed with. A simple worksheet on what do do when someone dies was not provided. Communication from staff was mostly good, but sometimes very bad. Activities were not done daily. Many food items were not easy for residents to eat. I moped his room floor many times myself. The cost was less than other places but not sure that is the case now. I was told there would be gathers for resident families that never took place.
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My parent's moved to Merrill Gardens Tukwila back in February 2024. They were dealing with some memory issues and needed some assistance with medications, checks at night, etc. They absolutely love their new apartment with views onto the Green River. They walk the trail along the river daily, which is only steps outside the community door. They love the food, staff, other residents, events, etc. Everyone is so kind and caring. The general manager, Shane, is amazing and my parent's adore him! All the nursing staff led by [name removed] are wonderful too! Very happy!
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My 87 year-old mom has lived at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila (formerly Holden Southcenter) for 18 months, and it truly is a wonderful place. This review might sound a bit over-the-top with praise, but my platitudes are genuine. As you can see from the photos, the facility itself is gorgeous -- like a luxury hotel (that's actually how I describe it to friends). My mom's apartment is absolutely perfect for her: spacious, light-filled, modern, and functional. Nothing about it says "assisted living." My mom is quite independent and only utilizes the medication management service, which is very reasonably priced, but if she ever needs additional assistive care, we know it's available from well-trained and caring staff members. Speaking of the staff, the folks who work at Merrill Gardens Tukwila treat the residents like family, and that's not an exaggeration. They are absolute angels. I should also mention that there's a clear effort by management to make MGT an inclusive and welcoming co
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my experience here connects me with my past as a young mother. Our children's first set of encyclopedias, materialism speaker. Stayed in Alaska, consumer compliment section every experience has helped me to like it here and grow and smile!
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Great food! Amazing staff that give good care to my grandma. I love to visit her.
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It's all about the leadership. Shane runs the place and he is so full of love for everyone, residents, staff and families. It's rare to fine someone this gentle, caring, and thoughtful. That transcends your all the staff, who work hard, sometimes to exhaustion, to help one another and the residents. I've never seen or heard an unkind or thoughtless word or deed. I can only hope to find such a place when it's my time to choose.
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Unfortunately, my father-in-law passed shortly after we moved him into the community, so our overall experience was somewhat limited. That said, it seemed like a great place. The staff was awesome, especially under difficult circumstances. I wish he had had more time there
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Staff are personable, pleasant, welcoming, and know the residents by name making it a very caring environment.. Facility common areas are clean, comfortable, inviting and neatly kept, as well as are the residents rooms. There is No conveniently located public transportation for half a mile to a mile away as indicated in the amenities. There's a variety in choices of meals, which are well prepared and served; and the dining area is appealing. The laundry room for residents to do their personal laundry id unkempt; laudry is left in the dryers and washer way after they have cycled complte. Magnets with room numbers are to be used to identify who the loads belong to, yet they serve no purpose because they're not being used.
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The attention from staff to residents and time keeping of medication or other treatment is extremely lacking so is alertness to pushing the help button. Other then that, everyone from the top down absolutely amazing and made you feel like you were apart of there family. I would choose Holden again if ever needed because of the staff is absolutely amazing.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
January 16, 2024Thank you Justin, we appreciate your positive sentiments about the staff! We'll be sure to share your kudos with the team to ensure they're recognized. We also value your feedback and will work to address the noted areas for an even better experience in the future. Kind regards, Alison
Restaurant style dining and surprising how well dining staff know and care about residents, the feeling of family overall, the openness and welcoming upon entering, the different variety of activities, and genuine feeling of care majority of care staff gives my husband. I know he has improved so much, I feel he is safe, encouraged and welcome in the community.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
December 19, 2023Thank you for your positive review of Holden Southcenter. We appreciate your feedback regarding the services and care for your husband, and we remain committed to delivering excellent support. Your kind words are truly appreciated. Warm regards, Kathleen
The facility is top notch, very modern clean, almost like walking into a 5 star hotel. I was greeted with smiles and helpful personnel. Seemed very professional and have not had any issues. My father in law has been moved to hospice which they provide. Very clean and organized, being I'm in another state and have only been there probably 10 time's the staff seemed very nice and most importantly attentive to the patient.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
December 19, 2023Thank you for your positive feedback about Holden Southcenter. We appreciate your kind words about our hospice care, cleanliness, and organization. Your acknowledgment of our attentive and nice staff is truly rewarding. If there's anything specific you appreciate or if you have any suggestions, please feel free to share. We're here to provide the best care for your father-in-law. Warm regards, Kathleen
We picked this community because of the newness of the building, the food, the DIVERSE residents , the staff, the calender of events and the beautiful apts. (Spacious)
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
November 21, 2023We're thrilled to hear that you chose our community for its newness, diverse residents, delicious food, dedicated staff, engaging events, and spacious apartments. It's wonderful to have you here, and we're committed to providing a welcoming and enriching experience. If there's anything specific you'd like to share or if you have any questions, feel free to let us know. Thank you Mary, for being a part of our community! Kind regards, Alison
This place was very convenient as my company is just down the street and other things are also convenient. We are extremely happy with Holden.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
November 16, 2023Thank you so much for your positive review of Holden Southcenter. We will be sure to share it with our team to ensure they are recognized and celebrated. Kind regards, Alison
We were very impressed with Holden's attention to detail. The room layouts, shower design, and alert buttons all seemed designed for maximum safety and comfort.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
June 20, 2023Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback on our administrative and nursing staff. We appreciate your positive comments regarding the responsiveness of our administrative team and the cleanliness and size of the rooms. We also value your recommendation of our community to other families. -A Culture of Caring Team
We moved two sisters in together 6 months ago. The staff has been very accommodating helping them adjust to their new living conditions. The ladies like the meals and activities. The staff has also been very good at watching over them and suggesting changes in the care plans.
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
June 20, 2023Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback on our administrative and nursing staff. We appreciate your positive comments regarding the responsiveness of our administrative team and the cleanliness and size of the rooms. We also value your recommendation of our community to other families. -A Culture of Caring Team
We have had a great experience at Holden Southcenter Assisted Living and Memory Care. The staff have been wonderful to work with. My loved ones enjoy living in the community, and the staff are quick to respond to any questions the family has. Overall, this is a community I would recommend to others for their loved ones. The food is delicious and there are many food options. The Management Team truly cares about the residents, you can feel and see the kindness they have for all the residents. It really is special to witness this!
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
March 4, 2024We're delighted to hear about your great experience at Holden Southcenter Assisted Living and Memory Care. It's wonderful that your loved ones enjoy living in the community, and we appreciate your positive comments about the staff's responsiveness, delicious food, and the caring attitude of the Management Team. Thank you for recommending our community, and we're honored to be a part of your loved ones' lives. Kind regards, Alison
They've been great and we are so pleased with the care, the customer service and the facility! The only thing I'd question is the "value for the money" question. I'll spare you my rant about the exorbitant cost of LTC for the elderly by saying that [removed] in comparison to the others seems like a better deal both affordably (for us) and in peace of mind!
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Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
November 7, 2023Thank you so much, for taking time to share your review of Holden Southcenter. We value your opinion deeply and we shared your review and feedback with the team members and leadership team. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Warm regards, Alison
Our family had an in person tour and while it was a great tour experience, the staff treated us so well and its a beautiful community - there was no outdoor space for our loved one to walk around and that is something that we wanted.
Response from Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
March 4, 2024We appreciate your positive feedback on our tour experience and staff interaction. We understand the importance of outdoor space, and we'll consider your feedback as we continuously work to enhance our community. Kind regards, Alison
We love the amount of care our loved one is receiving at Holden Southcenter. The staff members there are incredible and the community overall is just awesome and we would highly recommend them to all families. Right when you walk into this community everyone is so friendly and welcoming. You have your own key to get through everything. The community is just better all around from our loved ones previous community. The food looks awesome. We have no complaints whatsoever. Everything about Holden Southcenter is just great.
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