Merrill Gardens at Brentwood provides three levels of residential care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Assisted Living gives residents help with daily activities while preserving personal routines, Independent Living offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with access to staff as needed, and Memory Care is structured for residents who need cognitive support but do not have a diagnosed dementia condition. Licensed nurses monitor health status, coordinate with physicians, and manage medications for all care levels, ensuring continuity when resident needs change.

Direct personal assistance is available for common activities of daily living. Staff members can give some physical help with bathing, eating, and toileting, along with standby supervision for dressing. Transfer assistance is tailored to the individual, whether that involves guiding a resident using a walker, positioning a wheelchair, or simply providing standby supervision for steadiness. Routine health checks, emergency response systems, and on-site staff 24 hours a day reinforce the medical focus of the community.

Apartments are designed for safety and ease of movement, and routine housekeeping and scheduled laundry services are included to keep living areas clean. Floor plans vary, and not all accommodations include every feature, so it is useful to verify specific details—such as closet sizes, bathroom layouts, or balcony availability—during a tour.

Meals are prepared to a set menu that accommodates general nutritional needs while providing predictable options each day. Staff monitor meal intake for residents who receive eating assistance, and therapeutic diets or physician-ordered modifications are coordinated when required.

Residents have access to an array of amenities and services, including a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, wellness center, communal gardens, library, swimming pool, bistro café, landscaped courtyards, media room, and walking paths. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. A 24/7 emergency response system is active throughout the property, and scheduled transportation is available for medical appointments, errands, and social outings.