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Merrill Gardens at Ballard

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2418 NW 56th St, Seattle, WA 98107

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Nicole
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Child of resident/client
5.0
Great community and location, gives him the freedom he deserves
Merrill Gardens has been great so far, we are happy with our decision. The location is great for our loved one, he loves to walk and he can talk to this nature area close by and sit by the water, he can walk to the store and to his doctors office. He feels very safe there and the community

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Merrill Gardens at Ballard

This charming community is located in the historic Ballard neighborhood of Seattle and offers a peaceful yet invigorating retirement. The loft-like layout features large windows allowing sunlight to cascade the walls and open up the space. The community is within walking distance from the marina on Salmon Bay, offering several dining, shopping, and entertainment options — all with a captivating view. From the famous museums and library to the park and cafes, nothing is ever out of reach. The location is also conveniently near premier medical facilities.

This robust community is a proud member of Merrill Gardens — a fifth-generation family company that understands the importance of providing a family-like atmosphere for retirement. With roots dating back to the 1890s, you can trust them to care for your loved one. Merrill Gardens at Ballard offers a variety of retirement options to meet each resident’s unique needs — including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Experience the joys of carefree retirement for yourself, at Merrill Gardens!

Community Amenities and Services

The incredible 24-hour staffing helps ensure care is catered to each individual. Whether you require minimal support in independent living or specialized support in memory care, the staff works directly with...

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Assisted Living

Memory Care

Independent Living

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Pet friendly

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Care types offered

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Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

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Amenities
at Merrill Gardens at Ballard

Healthcare Services

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

Meals & Dining

  • Guest Meals
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • International Cuisine
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Anytime Dining
  • Room Service
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Gluten-free

Room Amenities

  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Full kitchen

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Transportation at Cost

Pets

  • Pet Care Available
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Common areas

  • Barber Shop
  • Central Fireplace
  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library
  • Computer or Media Center

Recreational areas

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Game Room
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ

Services

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Art Classes
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Activities Off-site
  • Cooking Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Wine Tasting
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Tai Chi
  • Wii Bowling
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Holiday Parties
  • Birthday Parties
  • Happy Hour
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Activities On-site
  • Community Service Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Musical Performances

Reviews

for Merrill Gardens at Ballard

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3.0
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5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Merrill Gardens
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A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens at Ballard with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens at Ballard has 11 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.4
Cleanliness
4.9
Friendliness
4.9
Care Services
4.8
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.7
Activities
4.7
Value for Cost
4.9
A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens at Ballard with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens at Ballard has 11 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.
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anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
April 5, 2023
3.0
Verified Review
Great for highly independent seniors
Merrill Gardens at Ballard is a great place for highly independent seniors. It is in a location that is by a lot of restaurants and shopping. My dad was here for about 5 months and it was very poor for memory care. It would also be a poor place for individuals who have Parkinson's or any other neuro-degenerative diseases. I do think if they would have hired night time staff at the front desk, it would have helped a lot.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
March 14, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
I was impressed
I toured this facility and I was impressed with it. [name removed] was also very welcoming, no hype, just a down to Earth practical guy who believes in the quality of care.....and food there.
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
March 17, 2023
It's wonderful to see you had such a positive experience with us! We do our very best to provide top-notch service, so it's great to see we're living up to this goal. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything.
Jim C - Family/friend
Assisted Living
August 9, 2022
5.0
Verified Review
Highly recommend
It is a great place. We couldn't be happier with our experience at Merrill Gardens, Ballard.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
4
Value for Cost
5
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
August 14, 2022
Hi Jim, it's so wonderful to see you had such a positive experience with us! We do our very best to provide top-notch service, so it's great to see we're living up to this goal.
anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
July 20, 2022
1.5
Verified Review
tour review
Our family had an in person tour and we were disappointed - the tour got off to a wrong start and just had a bad impression
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
July 21, 2022
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this honest feedback. We appreciate it and will strive to learn from this.
anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
June 7, 2022
5.0
Verified Review
Tour experience
Our tour experience with Merrill Gardens at Ballard was outstanding. The facility and staff was equally as impressive as the other Merrill Gardens location that we went with. The only reason we did not choose this facility was because they did not have any income qualified apartments.
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
June 7, 2022
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it and wish you the best in your search.
Nicole - Family/friend
Independent Living
November 5, 2021
5.0
Verified Review
Great community and location, gives him the freedom he deserves
Merrill Gardens has been great so far, we are happy with our decision. The location is great for our loved one, he loves to walk and he can talk to this nature area close by and sit by the water, he can walk to the store and to his doctors office. He feels very safe there and the community is always clean. Everyone has been wonderful, and the meals were a big worry for him at first but he cannot believe just how good the meals are at Merrill Gardens.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
June 7, 2022
Hi Nicole, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.
anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 17, 2021
5.0
Verified Review
Parents are happy
We love Merrill Gardens at Ballard, my parents are very very happy here. The manager is wonderful and all of the staff are on top of everything. I would definitely recommend to others who are looking.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
June 7, 2022
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review.
Anne Olson - Resident/client
Memory Care
August 19, 2018
5.0
Verified Review
Thank you
My life at Merrill Gardens has been very pleasant. There are more than enough activities to keep me busy, the food is fantastic with many options and the freedom to eat when I wish. All this and the independence to choise what and where I wish to be involved. My dog is in heaven as there so many people who love to pat and both of us take advantage of chearful and bright public spaces. Thank you for providing us with a safe place to live an independent and and active life.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
May 3, 2017
4.0
Verified Review
My tour
When we walked into this community we knew it was not the right fit for our loved one. The people we met were nice and the community looked clean. This community did not seem to have the homey atmosphere we were looking for. This community reminded us of a hotel.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
May 12, 2017
Thank you for taking the time to write us this review. We are glad to hear that our team was nice during your visit. We hope you find the atmosphere you are looking for as you research senior living options.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
March 8, 2017
5.0
Verified Review
I am super happy with it.
I am super happy with it. The staff is amazing. The food is amazing, you can eat anytime, instead of set meal times, they have a rotating menu, the head chef is awesome, and very accommodating. I really like that they make the activities as fun as possible, they take them out on activities, and again the staff are so good. I can't say enough about the staff, they do not tolerate error. The head of nursing, [Removed], is I feel, an angel on earth. They really go the extra mile. They have really figured out the showers, and every room has a washer and dryer, and a kitchenette. The only thing it's missing is an outdoor garden. It's lovely how they have situated what they have. It's a LOT less than where we were before.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
March 22, 2017
We are so happy to read such a wonderful review. We are glad to hear that you are really enjoying the Anytime Dining program and numerous activities.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
February 22, 2017
5.0
Verified Review
Outstanding care for mom
We found this to be an outstanding community for care. A new community with great care. the staff is outstanding and goes out. The food is restaurant style and excellent. My mom is very happy with the meals. She is active with the activities. My mom is active and independent. We would highly recommend this community for great care and value for family members.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Response from Merrill Gardens at Ballard
March 3, 2017
We are so pleased to hear that your mom is enjoying Merrill Gardens! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful feedback with us.
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