Merrill Gardens
Merrill Gardens
Merrill Gardens is committed to providing care for seniors, guided by the highest standards and assisted living guidelines. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment, this community offers exceptional assisted living facilities that cater to the unique needs and preferences of each resident. What’s more, Merrill Gardens goes beyond simply offering a place to live. They understand that assisted living is more than just physical assistance—it’s about fostering meaningful connections, and promoting social engagement.
When it comes to assisted living for seniors, the home is dedicated to providing exemplary care and support. Their team of compassionate professionals is trained to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring they receive the individualized assistance and attention they deserve. The assisted living facilities are thoughtfully designed to promote independence and a sense of belonging. From well-appointed living spaces to inviting common areas, every aspect of the community is crafted to provide comfort and convenience.
Inspection Report Summary for Merrill Gardens
Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen (facility number 435202807) has consistently demonstrated a high level of compliance with California’s Community Care Licensing regulations across a series of unannounced and scheduled visits. The first inspection, conducted on 10 20 2021 by Analyst Steve Nguyen, confirmed the facility’s preparedness in all areas examined—exits, fire safety, medical storage, emergency plans, and documentation—resulting in no cited deficiencies and approving the physical plant for licensure. Subsequent visits on 11 10 2022 and 11 27 2024 by Analyst David Marrufo likewise found no deficiencies in visitor screening, food supplies, or resident amenities, and the facility maintained a clear exit, functional bathroom fixtures, and adequate staffing documentation.
During the case‑management visits in 2023 and 2024, the focus shifted to specific operational concerns. Analyst Ryker Heberle’s 05 12 2023 investigation addressed allegations of visitation restrictions during a COVID‑19 outbreak. Through email reviews, resident interviews, and a detailed log analysis, no evidence emerged that visitation was denied; the facility continued to enforce mask and distancing protocols without imposing blanket closures. Analyst Steve Chang’s 09 17 2024 visit delivered an amended complaint‑control report (26‑AS‑20220113142014) without issuing new citations, indicating that prior concerns had been satisfactorily addressed.
The most recent inspection on 12 04 2024, also by Analyst David Marrufo, uncovered a substantive deficiency in the centrally stored medication logs. Five of eight records examined lacked accurate prescription numbers, violating section 87465(h)(6)(E) and presenting a potential health risk to residents. This represents the first formal citation recorded for the facility, prompting a corrective action plan with a due date of 12 11 2024. The earlier visits’ emphasis on food supply adequacy, visitor protocols, and safety systems suggests a pattern of diligent operational management; the medication log issue points to a gap in record‑keeping practices that the administration must promptly correct.
Overall, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen demonstrates a strong baseline of safety, compliance, and resident care, with only a single identified deficiency in medication documentation. The pattern of consistent, unannounced inspections and the facility’s responsive cooperation indicate a capacity to maintain regulatory standards and address corrective actions effectively.
This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the state regulatory authority for this licensed facility.
435202807
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Current Occupancy
Shows the current occupancy rate and estimated residents versus total licensed beds.
6.7% (10/150)
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal.
LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
November 3, 2021
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
MG AT WILLOW GLEN, LP ;SHI-IV MERRILL GP,LLC;ET AL
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County
The county where the facility is located.
SANTA CLARA
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits.
24 visits
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Inspections
Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division.
2 inspections
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
11 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
27 complaints
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections.
10 citations
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Inspection Reports
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3.6 miles from city center
1420 Curci Dr, San Jose, CA 95126
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits: Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
- CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- General: Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
- CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
- Income Limits (2025):~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits:Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
- CA Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; need-based.
- CA Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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