Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro
Situated in the historic downtown area of Hillsboro, OR, Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro is a novel senior living community, offering both assisted living and independent living options, tailored to meet the individual needs of its residents. The community features studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, ensuring a comfortable living environment. Residents can take advantage of services such as scheduled transportation, 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, and the Anytime Dining program with fresh, restaurant-style meals.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro strives to create a community that fosters connection and meets the unique needs of its residents. The community offers a range of amenities including a library, salon, fitness area, and rooftop deck with views of Mount Hood. Residents can enjoy socializing in the courtyard, bistro and wine bar, or private dining room. Additional services like a resident call system, on-site maintenance, and wellness programs ensure a safe and healthy living environment. Pets are welcome, and the community encourages interactions with families and people of all ages, enhancing the overall quality of life for seniors.
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About This Community
Pricing & Financial Information
The below pricing was updated on
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro is legally operated by Merrill Garden At Hillsboro, LLC, and administered by Nick Coale.
Anytime / all-day dining.
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
ALM Inspection Grade Unavailable
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Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
• Deficiencies per inspection (82% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 8 | 33.0 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8 vs. OR avg 33).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 8.0 | 4.4 | This facility has 82% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 82% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 8.0 | This facility has had 88% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (1 vs. OR avg 8). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 88% fewer |
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0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Hillsboro's city center to Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.32 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center)
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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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| Rosewood Memory Care | AL HOS MC RC | Hillsboro (Reedville) | 48
Facility
48
OR AVG
62
Rank
#150 / 244 | No |
75
Facility
75
OR AVG
54
Rank
#62 / 293 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 25
Facility
25
OR AVG
23
Rank
#136 / 261 | A+ | 2 | 14
Facility
14
OR AVG
34
Rank
#73 / 246 | 7.0
Facility
7.0
OR AVG
4.3
Rank
#208 / 243 | Cdr Hillsboro Trs LLC | Miriam Maciel Ramirez |
| Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro | AL IL | Hillsboro | 141
Facility
141
OR AVG
62
Rank
#10 / 244 | Yes |
93
Facility
93
OR AVG
54
Rank
#5 / 293 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
23
Rank
#258 / 261 | - | 1 | 8
Facility
8
OR AVG
34
Rank
#32 / 246 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
OR AVG
4.3
Rank
#227 / 243 | Merrill Garden At Hillsboro, LLC | Nick Coale |
| The Springs at Tanasbourne | AL IL MC | Hillsboro (Tanasbourne) | 84
Facility
84
OR AVG
62
Rank
#55 / 244 | No |
86
Facility
86
OR AVG
54
Rank
#26 / 293 | - | 18
Facility
18
OR AVG
23
Rank
#184 / 261 | - | 3 | 14
Facility
14
OR AVG
34
Rank
#73 / 246 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
OR AVG
4.3
Rank
#132 / 243 | Springs At Tanasbourne II, LLC | Heather Lucas |
| Rosewood Park Independent & Assisted Living Residence | AL IL RC | Hillsboro (Reedville) | 95
Facility
95
OR AVG
62
Rank
#35 / 244 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
OR AVG
54
Rank
#122 / 293 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
23
Rank
#64 / 261 | - | 8 | 49
Facility
49
OR AVG
34
Rank
#219 / 246 | 6.1
Facility
6.1
OR AVG
4.3
Rank
#188 / 243 | Rosewood Investors Group, L.l.c | William Fogleman |
| Cornell Estates Retirement And Assisted Living Residence | AL IL | Hillsboro | 75
Facility
75
OR AVG
62
Rank
#72 / 244 | No |
10
Facility
10
OR AVG
54
Rank
#277 / 293 | - | 35
Facility
35
OR AVG
23
Rank
#29 / 261 | - | 13 | 64
Facility
64
OR AVG
34
Rank
#231 / 246 | 4.9
Facility
4.9
OR AVG
4.3
Rank
#141 / 243 | - | Djordje Vukmirovic |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OR assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Programs that may help with care and living costs in Oregon
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro is in Hillsboro, Oregon. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care
Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care
Eligibility
- General
- People needing daily health or personal-care assistance who meet Medicaid financial and functional eligibility for long-term services and supports.
- OR specifics
- Medicaid long-term care encompasses multiple programs with distinct financial and service-priority criteria. Services may occur at home or in a facility.
What it provides
- Authorized assistance with daily activities and health-related tasks; depending on the specific Medicaid program and assessed needs.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
- Who it is for
- Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
- Income limit
- 2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
- Asset limit
- VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.
Eligibility
- General
- Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
- OR specifics
- Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.
What it provides
- Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
Oregon Project Independence (OPI)
Oregon Project Independence (OPI)
- Income limit
- State-funded Oregon Project Independence has no income eligibility limit; a sliding fee may apply. Do not confuse OPI with the separate OPI-M Medicaid expansion.
- Asset limit
- State-funded OPI has no asset limit. OPI-M has separate financial rules.
Eligibility
- General
- Adults who need in-home support to remain independent and do not receive Medicaid long-term-care benefits.
What it provides
- Assessed in-home supports may include personal care; housekeeping; home-delivered meals; transportation and support for unpaid family caregivers.
Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program
- Who it is for
- Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia
Eligibility
- General
- Family or friends caring for an adult age 60+ needing in-home care, or someone of any age with Alzheimer’s or related disorders; qualifying relatives age 55+ caring for children or financially dependent disabled adult relatives may also qualify.
What it provides
- Connections to local assistance; caregiver counseling and support groups; and respite care.
Oregon Project Independence – Medicaid (OPI-M)
Oregon Project Independence – Medicaid (OPI-M)
- Income limit
- 2026 individual gross monthly income limit: $5,320 (400% FPL).
- Asset limit
- Individual resource standard July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027: $103,645. Spouse resources and individual allowances require program assessment.
Eligibility
- General
- Adults requiring help with personal-care tasks who meet OPI-M clinical and Medicaid-related eligibility, but are not using Medicaid long-term services and supports. Financial limits are higher than ordinary Medicaid LTSS.
What it provides
- Assessed in-home supports; potentially including personal care; chores; meals; adult day services; accessibility modifications and unpaid-caregiver support. Approved services have no participant fee or estate recovery.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
- Who it is for
- Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
Eligibility
- General
- Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
- OR specifics
- QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.
What it provides
- QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Who it is for
- Income-eligible households responsible for home heating or energy costs
Eligibility
- General
- Income-eligible households with qualifying home-energy costs; the administering agency applies household-size and program eligibility rules.
What it provides
- Help with eligible low-income household heating and cooling bills through LIHEAP administered by Oregon Housing and Community Services.
Senior Property Tax Deferral Program
Senior Property Tax Deferral Program
- Income limit
- 2026 application · 2025 household income must not exceed $70,000.
- Asset limit
- Net worth less than $500,000, excluding the home under deferral and personal property; home real-market-value and reverse-mortgage restrictions also apply.
Eligibility
- General
- As of April 15, 2026, age 62+ or eligible for Social Security disability; own and generally have lived in the home for five full years, with stated exceptions and insurance/property requirements.
- OR specifics
- This is a loan secured by a property lien, accruing 6% annual interest. Taxes, interest and specified costs must be repaid when disqualified or cancelled.
What it provides
- Oregon pays qualifying property taxes to the county; the owner incurs a repayable debt and lien.
Older Americans Act Nutrition Services
Older Americans Act Nutrition Services
Eligibility
- General
- Older Americans Act nutrition programs support adults age 60+; particular meal programs may have additional eligibility and prioritization rules.
What it provides
- Congregate or home-delivered nutrition services through local programs.




