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Situated near the bustling but cozy downtown area of Kirkland, WA, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is an excellent senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. Featuring 115 studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, the community offers a secure and comfortable residence with access to concierge services, weekly housekeeping, and on-site maintenance. Residents are also guaranteed peace of mind with 24-assistance from a dedicated team.
Fostering an active and vibrant lifestyle, the community conducts an array of enriching activities overseen by their passionate Active Living Program Director. Their diverse wellness programs and convenient services, including scheduled transportation, and restaurant-style dining, ensures residents’ overall well-being. Amenities include a well-curated library, movie theater, wine bar, salon, cozy living areas, courtyard, and piano for musical enjoyment.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 64 | 31 | This facility has 106% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (64 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 106% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 21.3 | 10.3 | This facility has 107% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (21.3 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 107% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 490 / 722 / 975 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
0.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kirkland's city center to Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.03 miles to nearest hospital (EvergreenHealth Medical Center Kirkland)
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Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is located in Kirkland, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.
The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Bonaventure of Salmon Creek |
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. | Vancouver (Pleasant Valley) | 89
Facility
89
WA AVG
82
Rank
#142 / 366 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
WA AVG
51
Rank
#516 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
70.8%
Facility
70.8%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#184 / 285 | A+ | 33 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 285 | 59
Facility
59
WA AVG
31
Rank
#249 / 285 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#35 / 285 |
| Aegis Living West Seattle |
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. | Seattle (North Admiral) | 84
Facility
84
WA AVG
82
Rank
#160 / 366 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
WA AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
81.0%
Facility
81.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#111 / 285 | C+ | 10 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
8
Rank
#205 / 285 | 41
Facility
41
WA AVG
31
Rank
#203 / 285 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#141 / 285 |
| Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake |
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. | Issaquah (Providence Point) | 80
Facility
80
WA AVG
82
Rank
#172 / 366 | No |
43
Facility
43
WA AVG
51
Rank
#387 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#47 / 285 | A+ | 6 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#119 / 285 | 35
Facility
35
WA AVG
31
Rank
#185 / 285 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#217 / 285 |
| Sunrise of Edmonds |
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.
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. | Edmonds (Westgate) | 76
Facility
76
WA AVG
82
Rank
#187 / 366 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
WA AVG
51
Rank
#128 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
88.2%
Facility
88.2%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#58 / 285 | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 285 | 15
Facility
15
WA AVG
31
Rank
#83 / 285 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#180 / 285 |
| Merrill Gardens at Kirkland |
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. | Kirkland (Moss Bay) | 40
Facility
40
WA AVG
82
Rank
#325 / 366 | Yes |
92
Facility
92
WA AVG
51
Rank
#33 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#1 / 285 | - | 5 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#119 / 285 | 64
Facility
64
WA AVG
31
Rank
#255 / 285 | 12.8
Facility
12.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#284 / 285 |
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is in the Moss Bay neighborhood of Kirkland.
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's license number is 2587.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's license expires on February 28, 2026.
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's occupancy is 100%.
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland has 40 beds.
Yes — there are 4 photos of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland in the photo gallery on this page.
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