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Welcoming seniors and guests warmly is the outstanding senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill located in the bustling neighborhood of Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With cozy and sophisticated studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors gain a wide selection of comfortable accommodations to choose from as they transition into the community. A competent and highly qualified team delivers top-notch care and support for seniors to lead meaningful lives.
Have a fun time learning new skills and reliving past interests with enjoyable activities and exciting events. With its convenient location near local amenities and attractions, Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are within a few steps away. Eat well and feel good with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is a friendly abode where seniors can spend their best years without worries and create lasting moments by living as they prefer.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is legally operated by Mg At Bankers Hill,lp;shi-iv Merrill Gp,llc; Et Al, and administrated by David Tamo.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
9 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #398 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 398th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 90 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 9 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.4 | 2 | This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 14 | 16 | This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better Rank #654 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 654th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 410 / 435 / 455 / 483 / 592 / 617 / 641 / 661 / 950 / 970 / 1006 / 1067 / 1105 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
1.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Diego's city center to Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.03 miles to nearest hospital (US Navy Med Center-Orthopedics)
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Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is located in San Diego, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | San Diego (Scripps Ranch) | 684
Facility
684
CA AVG
103
Rank
#7 / 1657 | No |
8
Facility
8
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1975 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 4 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#569 / 1487 |
81.3%
Facility
81.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#567 / 1368 | A+ | Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Wesley Palms Retirement Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Diego (Pacific Beach) | 511
Facility
511
CA AVG
103
Rank
#20 / 1657 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1857 / 2092 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1401 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 30
Facility
30
CA AVG
13
Rank
#129 / 1487 |
65.0%
Facility
65.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1008 / 1368 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Collwood |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | San Diego (Talmadge) | 185
Facility
185
CA AVG
103
Rank
#196 / 1657 | Yes |
79
Facility
79
CA AVG
57
Rank
#451 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 4 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1369 / 1397 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
3
Rank
#895 / 1164 | 49
Facility
49
CA AVG
13
Rank
#24 / 1487 |
45.9%
Facility
45.9%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1291 / 1368 | A+ | Wg Collwood Knolls Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | San Diego (Bankers Hill) | 100
Facility
100
CA AVG
103
Rank
#698 / 1657 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
CA AVG
57
Rank
#195 / 2092 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1401 | 3 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1100 / 1487 |
83.0%
Facility
83.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#527 / 1368 | - | Mg At Bankers Hill,LP;Shi-IV Merrill Gp,LLC; Et Al | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| BayView Senior Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | San Diego (Point Loma) | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1295 / 1657 | No |
85
Facility
85
CA AVG
57
Rank
#290 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 4 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
13
Rank
#492 / 1487 |
76.5%
Facility
76.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#686 / 1368 | A+ | Bvsal, LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is in the Bankers Hill neighborhood of San Diego.
The team at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill speaks ["english"].
The legal owner and operator of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is Mg At Bankers Hill,Lp;Shi-Iv Merrill Gp,Llc; Et Al.
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to CA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill's license number is 374604405.
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill's occupancy is 83%.
David Tamo is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill.
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