Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Eugene, OR
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Eugene, OR
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
For seniors seeking a cozy, small-town feel with urban conveniences, Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is an ideal community. Located at 2440 Willakenzie Rd in Eugene, this warm and welcoming home has served occupants for 28 years and provides assisted living and memory care services. With 108 resident beds and a set of private studios, suites, and one and two-bedroom floor plans, the facility offers choice in living space.
The highly walkable neighborhood has a Walk Score of 77. This means lots of daily errands and shopping can be done on foot. Nearby establishments and parks create a vibrant setting that bolsters an active lifestyle with no need for a car for essential services and shopping. Occupants enjoy a diverse activities program: painting and art classes, gardening programs, and fitness and recreation offerings tailored to keep them engaged and healthy. Transportation services support residents wanting to explore the area or attend appointments. The home is managed by Charisa Parsons, who has been with the facility since 2004. She progressed through several roles in resident care before becoming executive director in 2014, bringing profound knowledge of assisted living and memory care operations.
108-bed community Rank #41 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 351 homes in Oregon for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
28 years in operation Rank #106 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 375 homes in Oregon for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #104 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th out of 475 homes in Oregon for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 16, 1998
CountyLane
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is legally operated by Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC., and administered by Charisa Parsons.
Total
108 units
Total beds
108 units
Smoking not allowed
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
6 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (67% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (73% below)
• Licensing violations (67% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (73% below)
Latest Inspection
August 11, 2025
1 deficiency
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 31 | This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 81% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 1.5 | 7.8 | This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1.5 vs. OR avg 7.8).↓ 81% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.2 | 4.4 | This facility has 73% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1.2 vs. OR avg 4.4).↓ 73% better |
|
Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
| 20 | 12 | This facility has 67% more licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (20 vs. OR avg 12).↑ 67% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 280 - 350 / 398 - 717 / 705 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Charisa Parsons has been with Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park since 2004, progressing through multiple roles including Medication Tech and Memory Care Administrator. She became Executive Director in 2014 and is deeply committed to the community, viewing residents as family and celebrating their stories and independence.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio
Studio
1 Bedroom
Places of interest near Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Eugene's city center to Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.
| Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park | AL MC | Eugene (Willakenzie Road) | 108
Facility
108
OR AVG
67
Rank
#41 / 351 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
OR AVG
55
Rank
#104 / 475 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
OR AVG
21
Rank
#106 / 375 | 5 | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
31
Rank
#19 / 291 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#12 / 291 | Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC | Charisa Parsons |
| Evergreen Senior Living | AL IL MC | Eugene (Bethel-Danebo) | 80
Facility
80
OR AVG
67
Rank
#105 / 351 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
OR AVG
55
Rank
#209 / 475 | Private Rooms | 27
Facility
27
OR AVG
21
Rank
#117 / 375 | 7 | 20
Facility
20
OR AVG
31
Rank
#97 / 291 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#59 / 291 | Evergreen Opco, LLC | Alisha Rocha-Hills |
| Trustwell Living at River Run Place | AL RC | Eugene | 56
Facility
56
OR AVG
67
Rank
#202 / 351 | No |
24
Facility
24
OR AVG
55
Rank
#405 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
OR AVG
21
Rank
#106 / 375 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
OR AVG
31
Rank
#4 / 291 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#4 / 291 | Eugene Al, LLC | Brodey Deborde |
| Emerald Valley Assisted Living | AL RC | Eugene (Fox Hollow) | 48
Facility
48
OR AVG
67
Rank
#237 / 351 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
55
Rank
#395 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed | 35
Facility
35
OR AVG
21
Rank
#42 / 375 | 7 | 18
Facility
18
OR AVG
31
Rank
#86 / 291 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#46 / 291 | Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC | Amanda Bowden |
| Junction City Retirement & Assisted Living | AL IL RC | Junction City | - | Yes |
59
Facility
59
OR AVG
55
Rank
#226 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed | 35
Facility
35
OR AVG
21
Rank
#42 / 375 | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is located in Eugene, Oregon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park in?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is in the Willakenzie Road neighborhood of Eugene.
Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is legally operated by Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC., and administered by Charisa Parsons.
Is Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park in a walkable area?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Yes, Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
The team at Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park can be reached at charisapa@merrillgardens.com.
Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Charisa Parsons is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park.
How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park have?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park has 108 beds.
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