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Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mt Pleasant, SC
Exterior view of Merrill Gardens with landscaped grounds Outdoor pool area with lounge seating and greenery Outdoor courtyard with seating and garden features Interior view of a bright dining room with tables

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mt Pleasant, SC
3501 Merrill Pl, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

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Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is an assisted living facility located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offering a memory care unit for residents with dementia and an independent living option. The community is part of Merrill Gardens Senior Living, a senior care company, and provides vision care to its residents. The costs at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park start at $2,040 and range up to $6,595, with the average price being $4,318, which is less than the average price in the area. The community is pet-friendly, and while South Carolina requires three meals to be provided per day, it can accommodate no or low-sodium diets.

Residents at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park are required to have a scheduled, structured activity every day, and the community offers a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. The facility is located near six hospitals, with the two closest being Mount Pleasant Hospital and East Cooper Medical Center, and has above-average reviews for the area. Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park offers 158 independent, assisted living, and memory care apartments, as well as 28 cottages, with concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community features a pool, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies.

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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 193 Rank #4 / 304Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 304 homes we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #176 / 221Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 176th out of 221 homes we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
CountyCharleston
License NumberCRC-1917
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is legally operated by New Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park LLC, and administered by Timothy Barresi.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsResident call system available.
Safety Features24-hour staffing.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Email timbar@merrillgardens.com

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,295 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 420 / 445 / 600 / 645 / 690 / 692 / 1017 / 1020 / 1113 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 9.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mt Pleasant's city center to Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.55 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Pleasant Hospital | Roper St. Francis Healthcare)

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Compare Assisted Living around Mount Pleasant

Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
193
Facility 193
SC AVG 90
Rank #4 / 304
Yes
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 34
Rank #176 / 221
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mt Pleasant
118
Facility 118
SC AVG 90
Rank #73 / 304
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 34
Rank #201 / 221
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Artisan Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
112
Facility 112
SC AVG 90
Rank #84 / 304
No
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 34
Rank #86 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at Wescott Plantation
AL
IL
MC
Summerville
105
Facility 105
SC AVG 90
Rank #100 / 304
Yes
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 34
Rank #135 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Palms of Mt. Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #269 / 304
Yes
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 34
Rank #47 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is located in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is legally operated by New Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park LLC, and administered by Timothy Barresi.

Is Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?

According to SC state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license number is CRC-1917.

When does Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license expire?

According to SC state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license expires on November 30, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?

The team at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park can be reached at TIMBAR@MERRILLGARDENS.COM.

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?

Timothy Barresi is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park.

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