Based in Seattle, Washington, we’re proud to say that Merrill Gardens has been a leader in senior housing since 1993. We are a privately held, fifth-generation family company that focuses on staying connected to our residents and team member. We want everyone to feel at home.
Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.
Merrill Gardens is a respected leader in the senior living industry and a great place to grow your career.
We are thrilled to announce our newest senior living community, Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro, opening later this year! Nestled in the heart of Hillsboro’s vibrant downtown, our new development promises a blend of modern amenities and charming local culture.
With beautifully designed spaces and a prime location, Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro will offer residents a perfect place to call home. Check out these renderings and photos from recent events to get a glimpse of what's in store! Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to welcome residents to this wonderful community. 😊
#SeniorLiving#MerrillGardens#HillsboroOR#NewDevelopment#DowntownHillsboro
In a fascinating new study, researchers at the University of Chicago looked at the health outcomes of individuals residing in senior housing communities. The findings confirm what we have always known - there are health and wellness advantages for older adults who move into senior living compared to living in the greater community.
Merrill Gardens at Auburn is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Resident Care Director to join our team in Auburn, WA!
If you have an active RN or LPN license and a passion for enhancing the lives of residents, we want to hear from you!
Why join us?
- Supportive and dynamic work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Make a real difference in the lives of our residents
Apply today to be a part of a team that values excellence in care!
🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/dUNqm77F#NursingJobs#HealthcareCareers#ResidentCareDirector#AuburnWA#MerrillGardens#SeniorLiving#JoinOurTeam#RN#LPN
During our annual General Manager meeting last week, five different groups worked together to help support a variety of causes in the DC area. They had the option to choose from:
- Honor Flight: Welcoming Veterans at the memorials built in their honor
- Carpenter's Shelter: Cooking a meal for those in need
- Carpenter's Shelter: Adding a fresh coat of paint to brighten the space
- National Park Service: Garbage pickup to help keep the National Mall clean
- Capitol Building: Advocating for the senior living industry
Everyone expressed such gratitude in being able to give back while spending time together in the process. Please enjoy this video highlighting our day of service in D.C.: https://bit.ly/3UKRTZL
Meet Shaketra "Shaq" Coward, Resident Experience Partner (REP) at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern in North Carolina. On any given day, Shaq is making an impact in the lives of her residents, and she is well-known for embracing every challenge and task with incredible joy, an infectious smile, and unmatched grace.
Every year, Tana Gall, Merrill Gardens president, is tasked with the difficult choice of picking the winner of our "HERO of the year" award. This individual exemplifies everything the Merrill Family of Senior Living communities stands for: Helpful, Effective, Reliable, and Optimistic.
This year, Shaq was selected as the winner! We traveled to New Bern from Seattle, WA to surprise Shaq with a huge party complete with decorations, cake, and more. She was so surprised when Suzanne Wyse, Vice President of Operations, announced her as the winner!
In the words of Lara Williams, General Manager of Truewood by Merrill New Bern, "Shaq is a person who makes you feel good even when you don't. She exudes happiness." In March of 2022, Shaq joined the team and embraced this new role with a positive attitude, diving in to help whenever and wherever she could. Although Shaq had initially applied for a receptionist position, her personality really came through in her interview and Lara thought she would be perfect for the REP position! She does everything from greeting residents at the front desk, to making ice cream sundaes. She is the go-to person for all of our residents!
Check out this video of us surprising Shaq with this prestigious award, and hear from residents and team members on what she means to them: https://bit.ly/3UZ2scW
We had such an incredible time at our annual General Manager meeting in Washington D.C. last week. We enjoyed spending time together, giving back to the community, and forging a path together for continued success. We are already looking forward to next year! 😊
#MerrillGardens#SeniorLiving#TeamWork
International Keynote Speaker I Kindness Expert I Earl Grey Lover I Cavalier King Charles Devotee I Past President National Speakers Association (NSA) Oregon
When I first spoke for Merrill Gardens we were mid pandemic in 2021. They were one of my first, live back in-person conferences. I remember feeling a little nervous, how did I feel being in a room with 200+ people and if I wore my mask would that seem less engaged. I remember I socialized very little which was hard for me.
Last week in DC, I had the pleasure of being back with this group in person for the third annual conference. We learned and laughed, we rode scooters around the city, and I saw the first hand impact that volunteering in DC with some unbelievable service projects like Honor Flight Network meant for everyone who participated.
It was exciting to see the company's recognition for their GMs in a wide array of categories, there was cheering and support as everyone knows what it takes to run a SL community.
There were also some retirement celebrations of folks who'd been with the company for several decades. I loved seeing it done exactly as the retiree preferred. One a lot more publicly than another.
It's clear that when an organization values it's people and knows them well, they work very hard, they appreciate being noticed and acknowledged and they call their organization an extended family.
I was touched to hear De'Sandra's gratitude practice inspired by my talk last year. She said it's been a wonderful change in her life and thanked me for that invitation to practice gratitude daily herself.
Thank you to all the wonderful leaders at MSL for our work together on this Kindness Initiative. I love working with all of you.
Your intentional kindness initiatives are making a huge impact Michael QueeneMickie K. BakerBecky Mcgallagher Lisa Palm Lara Williams,#MerrillGardens#AnnualConference#EconomyofKindnessAngie ConklinShireen KlineAmanda Warren
We are so proud to be featured in this article by Senior Housing News. Our Company President, Tana, talks about how we have strategically implemented data-driven operations across our 65 communities to enhance efficiency and resident satisfaction. Read more by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4btiMYM