Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga

Overlooking the picturesque scenery of Highland Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is a unique senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With its luxurious and well-designed residences including a wide array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience unrivaled comfort and security. The community goes above and beyond to deliver world-class care and assistance for seniors living without worries.

Spend your golden years in the vibrant and inviting environment of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga. Participate in a jam-packed calendar of activities and engage in fun programs to maintain an actively engaged lifestyle. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. With its stunning amenities and scenic views, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga strives to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive and enjoy every moment of their retirement.

Facility Direct Line (909) 296-3426

150-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

8 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 49 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

77%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

116 / 150

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Sensight Resident Satisfaction Award 2025

A Place for Mom 2025

The 800 Award 2025

Reputation 800 Award 2024

Great Place to Work 2025

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceOctober 1, 2018

CountySan Bernardino

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Rancho Cucamonga and Merrill Gardens, and administered by Usman Chaudary.

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Emergency Call System

Transportation

Dining

Housekeeping

Swimming Pool

Pet Friendly

Wellness Center

Starting Price$4,800 per month

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 citation 11 total visits 5 complaint visits 5 official inspections 5 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

11 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Since 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations 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
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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	11	16	This facility has had 31% fewer total inspections than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	5	13	This facility has had 62% fewer complaint visits than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 62% fewer Rank #590 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 590th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	1	7	This facility has had 86% fewer other visits than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 86% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	5	10	This facility has had 50% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 476 / 492 / 607/ 608 / 621 / 635 / 650 / 670 / 714 / 978 / 1011 / 1017 / 1023 / 1070 / 1072 / 1165 / 1179 / 1236 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

2.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Rancho Cucamonga's city center to Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General 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).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

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)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General 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.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

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.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga in?

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is in the Alta Loma neighborhood of Rancho Cucamonga.

Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga?

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Rancho Cucamonga and Merrill Gardens, and administered by Usman Chaudary.

Is Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga?

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga's occupancy is 77%.

How long has Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga been in business?

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga?

Usman Chaudary is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga.

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