Merrill Gardens at Anthem

I feel so fortunate that Merrill Gardens Is in Anthem Arizona. It is the best and exact right spot for my parents. It is independent living with some Assistance. It has a country club vibe with activities and tons of helpful resources. Initially, my parents moved in and were driving, now they are more often working with the Merrill Gardens Uber type of service. They are encouraged to go to get ready for the day and go to the dining room to eat, and it is like social hour! Of course, if they want a meal in their room, they can do that as well, and they have full kitchens in the apartments and the Casitas. I love that they connect with people at each meal. Speaking of people, the people that work at Merrill are outstanding. They care about each and every resident. You can see it in their words and actions. If have time to check out this place, you will see that it is wonderful. Highly recommend!

Our family will always be grateful for the care and compassion shown by Merrill Gardens. The facility is beautiful and there are so many fun activities and events for the residents to partake in. After moving from Washington State in 2021 to be closer to us, my mother and father-in-law spent a couple years in the independent living cottages. When my mother-in-law suffered a stroke, we made the transition to the assisted living. The support from the caregivers and staff she received there made an incredibly difficult time much more manageable. Before my father-in-law passed in December 2025, we were able to bring him back to Merrill Gardens on hospice to one of the memory care units. Although it was a short time before he passed, it allowed my mother-in-law the chance to be close to him and say her goodbyes in a familiar and caring environment. That gift is something we will never forget. The compassion and support shown our entire family during that time was truly a blessing. The staff and community didn't just care for residents, they surrounded us with kindness, empathy and understanding. After losing her husband of 67years, my mother-in-law has been navigating a very difficult new chapter. The way the entire community has rallied around her has made all the difference. Adjusting to this new normal would have been far more challenging without the love and support of Merrill Gardens staff and residents. We are deeply thankful to be part of such a caring community.

Merrill Gardens has been such a blessing to my mom and our family after several months of my mom residing there. The staff is so friendly and caring and fun! The food is great, the apartments are nice, and the property is beautiful. They have monthly meetings for the residents to give them information on the upcoming month among other things and allow the residents to ask any questions. It truly feels like a partnership and that they care that the residents have the best experience possible. I have been blown away by how wonderful Merrill Gardens is and I am so thankful we found it. I thank the staff for their hard work and dedication each and every day.

I moved my parents to Merrill Gardens last July and what a wonderful move it has been! My dad unfortunately passed away in December from advanced Parkinson’s, but my mom is so happy there!! The residents are very happy and friendly and all of the staff wonderful, it feels like a giant family and HOME❤️. I want to live there when the time comes😁