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Merrill Gardens is now open + welcoming new residents | Photo provided

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If you’ve been to the new 20-acre public park in The BullStreet District recently, you’ve likely noticed the dreamy rooftop and lush patios over at Merrill Gardens. Here’s everything you need to know about Columbia’s newest senior living community.

Family-owned Merrill Gardens offers residents a vibrant life in an inviting environment, with spacious, well-appointed common spaces + a variety of floor plans. Their types of care include:

Independent Living

Think flexibility, freedom, and fun for seniors, both singles and couples. Merrill Gardens takes care of the cooking, cleaning + yard work so residents can focus on all the things they love.

From private apartments (where small pets are welcome) to Anytime Dining (read: the flexibility to enjoy meals whenever) to an Active Living calendar filled with fitness classes, charity work, games + outings, Merrill Gardens promises a full, liberated life.

Apartment kitchen

Merrill Gardens offers spacious apartments with full kitchens | Photo provided

Memory Care

Garden House offers residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias a caring environment + dedicated team, which focuses on honoring every resident from day one with a family feel and positive social engagement. Learn more.

Amenities

We’ve already gushed about the rooftop + patio spaces, but there’s a lot more going on both inside + outside the walls of Merrill Gardens, including:

  • spacious private apartments + cozy common areas
  • month-to-month rental options for freedom and flexibility
  • full kitchens, plus in-apartment washers + dryers
  • bistro serving fresh, restaurant-style meals
  • concierge services + scheduled transportation
  • fitness area
  • 24-hour staffing + weekly housekeeping
  • private movie theatre and more.
Salon

Merrill Gardens’ amenities include a salon for residents | Photo provided

Rooftop terrace with grills and seating

Should we talk about the rooftop again? Because… | Photo provided

Location

Right across from the beautiful 20-acre public park in The BullStreet District, Merrill Gardens is also steps from Segra Park + a short stroll to the new REI Co-Op, the soon-to-open Starbucks, and exciting future restaurants + retailers.

That also means Merrill Gardens is just one mile from the State House + downtown Columbia. Read: For city dwellers, visiting Mom, Dad, Grandma or Grandpa is easy and convenient.

Bedroom with park views

Bedroom at Merrill Gardens ft. park views | Photo provided

Interested?

If you can see yourself or a family member loving life at Merrill Gardens, you can call (803) 234-5089 or fill out a contact form to schedule a personal tour. You can also take a virtual tour anytime.

Bonus: They’re currently offering a $99 move-in special and a 60-day guarantee. Call to learn more.

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