Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson, NV

Q: What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch in?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch is in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Henderson.

Q: Is Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: When does Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's license expire?

According to NV state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's license expires on December 31, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's occupancy is 90%.

Q: Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch allows residents to bring their pets.

Q: Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Dawn Aragon is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch.

Q: How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch have?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch has 108 beds.

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch

Located in Henderson, Nevada, Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch is a residential care community that serves 108 residents with independent and assisted living in one- and two-bedroom apartments. Opened in September 2007, it has maintained an 18-year history of resident-centered care and currently operates at approximately 90% occupancy within a three-story setting under the management of Dawn Aragon. Moreover, its moderately walkable location, as suggested by its Walk Score of 63, allows older adults to complete some daily errands on foot.

Transportation services, a comprehensive wellness program, and flexible anytime dining to support residents’ daily routines are offered. In addition, weekly housekeeping, an on-site maintenance team, a swimming pool, and a pet-friendly environment contribute to comfort and convenience.

Licensed and inspected by the Nevada State Health Department, the recent surveys of the community have reported only minor compliance findings that have since been addressed. The community also provides an accessible option for older adults seeking community living in the Las Vegas Valley, with rates starting at $5,750 per month.

Facility Direct Line (725) 206-0615

108-bed community

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

18 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 63 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

90%

Higher than the Nevada average: 81.5%

Occupied beds

97 / 108

Average occupied beds in Nevada homes 92 beds

Great Place to Work 2024-2025

Facility TypeResidential Facility For Groups

StatusActive

IssuanceJanuary 20, 2022

ExpirationDecember 31, 2026

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch is administered by Dawn Aragon.

Independent Living

0 units

Assisted Living Beds (Low Income)

0 units

Assisted Living

108 units

Total beds

108 units

Safety FeaturesResident call system, 24-hour staffing.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Mark Heuer, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

HousekeepingYes

On-Site Maintenance

Weekly Housekeeping

Pets Welcome

Activities

Starting Price$5,750 per month

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 16 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nevada state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Nevada state average

Overall vs. NV average

Latest Inspection November 18, 2025

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NV Average	vs. NV Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	16	62	This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (16 vs. NV avg 62).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2022.	4	15.5	This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (4 vs. NV avg 15.5).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	4	3	This facility has 33% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (4 vs. NV avg 3).↑ 33% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NV Average	vs. NV Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	4	21	This facility has had 81% fewer total inspections than the Nevada average (4 vs. NV avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 81% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The November 19, 2024 inspection received a grade of A with only two deficiencies related to kitchen ventilation and missed medication review.
The November 28, 2023 inspection found 10 deficiencies including poor administrator oversight, incomplete employee training, missing TB tests, and medication management failures.
A $1500 fine was imposed in late 2023 for repeat deficiencies from surveys in 2022 and 2023, indicating ongoing compliance issues.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 712 / 739 / 1,016 - 1,339 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch

4.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Henderson's city center to Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance.


Truewood by Merrill, Henderson	AL IL MC	Henderson (2910)	116 Facility 116 NV AVG 42 Rank #49 / 321	Yes	59 Facility 59 NV AVG 45 Rank #116 / 414	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	23 Facility 23 NV AVG 14 Rank #67 / 277	46.6% Facility 46.6% NV AVG 79.3% Rank #223 / 237	-	-	33	36 Facility 36 NV AVG 62 Rank #114 / 235	1.1 Facility 1.1 NV AVG 3.0 Rank #41 / 235	Traci Hollingsworth
Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch	AL IL	Henderson (Green Valley Ranch)	108 Facility 108 NV AVG 42 Rank #54 / 321	Yes	63 Facility 63 NV AVG 45 Rank #85 / 414	1 Bed / 2 Bed	18 Facility 18 NV AVG 14 Rank #92 / 277	89.8% Facility 89.8% NV AVG 79.3% Rank #82 / 237	-	-	4	16 Facility 16 NV AVG 62 Rank #64 / 235	4.0 Facility 4.0 NV AVG 3.0 Rank #182 / 235	Dawn Aragon
Cottages at Green Valley	AL	Henderson (Green Valley North)	108 Facility 108 NV AVG 42 Rank #54 / 321	No	35 Facility 35 NV AVG 45 Rank #281 / 414	Independent Living, Assisted Living Beds (Low Income), Alzheimer's Care (108)	23 Facility 23 NV AVG 14 Rank #67 / 277	88.0% Facility 88.0% NV AVG 79.3% Rank #91 / 237	-	108 Facility 108 NV AVG 17.2 Rank #1 / 95	59	176 Facility 176 NV AVG 62 Rank #227 / 235	3.0 Facility 3.0 NV AVG 3.0 Rank #146 / 235	Julie Mason
Sunrise of Henderson	AL MC	Henderson	105 Facility 105 NV AVG 42 Rank #56 / 321	Yes	75 Facility 75 NV AVG 45 Rank #19 / 414	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	18 Facility 18 NV AVG 14 Rank #92 / 277	84.8% Facility 84.8% NV AVG 79.3% Rank #106 / 237	A+	45 Facility 45 NV AVG 17.2 Rank #10 / 95	35	47 Facility 47 NV AVG 62 Rank #138 / 235	1.3 Facility 1.3 NV AVG 3.0 Rank #52 / 235	Ashlee Jensen
Darlington Manor	AL	Henderson (Foothills)	9 Facility 9 NV AVG 42 Rank #214 / 321	No	10 Facility 10 NV AVG 45 Rank #381 / 414	Private Rooms	18 Facility 18 NV AVG 14 Rank #92 / 277	100.0% Facility 100.0% NV AVG 79.3% Rank #1 / 237	-	9 Facility 9 NV AVG 17.2 Rank #71 / 95	22	51 Facility 51 NV AVG 62 Rank #148 / 235	2.3 Facility 2.3 NV AVG 3.0 Rank #116 / 235	Faith Ramos

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Nevada Medicaid HCBW

Age 65+ or disabled

General Nevada 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).

High urban demand (e.g., Las Vegas); rural challenges.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Nevada Senior Services Program

NV SSP

Age 60+

General Nevada resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Personal Care Services (PCS)

Nevada Personal Care Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)

General Nevada resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.

Income Limits (2025) ~$967/month (individual); spenddown allowed.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Self-directed (family can be paid); statewide via DHHS.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Senior Rx Program

Nevada Senior Rx Program

Age 65+

General Nevada resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; funded by tobacco settlement.

Benefits

Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nevada Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Nevada 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).

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

Benefits

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

Nevada Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Nevada Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Nevada resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

5 AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Nevada VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Nevada 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

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

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

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch in?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch is in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Henderson.

Is Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's license expire?

According to NV state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch's occupancy is 90%.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch?

Dawn Aragon is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch.

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch have?

Merrill Gardens at Green Valley Ranch has 108 beds.

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