Occupancy rate
87%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Memory Care in California
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Memory Care in California
Soak in the sun with the idyllic senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette situated in the tranquil grounds of Second Street, Lafayette, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Cherish personal time within the meticulously crafted and sophisticated residences of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With care plans tailored to seniors’ needs and aspirations, the community strives to deliver top-tier care and support for them to gain meaningful experiences.
Fostering a bright and friendly environment, Merrill Gardens at Lafayette ensures seniors live an active and blissful lifestyle through engaging activities and exciting programs. Have intimate moments with friends and pamper yourself with the fabulous amenities and serene spaces of the community. Eat well and feel good with well-balanced meals available throughout the day to cater to nutritional needs and preferences. Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is a haven for seniors seeking a peaceful retirement in its beautiful campus.
100-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: 88 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
87 / 100
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 25, 2017
CountyContra Costa
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is legally operated by Shi-iii Mg Gp, Shi-iii Lafayette; Merrill Gardens, and administrated by Goo, Aubrey.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 453 / 460 / 672 / 838 / 846 / 926 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
8 Better
Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Total visits (44% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Total visits (44% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)
Latest Inspection
April 23, 2025
Annual Inspection
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 10).↓ 90% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations 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 facility (0 vs. California avg 3).↓ 100% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 4).↓ 75% better |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 9 | 16 | This facility has 44% fewer total visits than a typical California facility (9 vs. California avg 16).↓ 44% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California facility (4 vs. California avg 13).↓ 69% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California facility (3 vs. California avg 4).↓ 25% better |
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Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 4 complaint visits.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California facility (4 vs. California avg 10).↓ 60% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with only one deficiency cited for failing to address a resident’s repeated smoking policy violations over three years, which affected residents’ personal rights. The most recent inspection on April 23, 2025, found no deficiencies, and prior complaint investigations between 2022 and 2024 were unsubstantiated or dismissed. The record shows consistent compliance with safety, staffing, and infection control requirements, with no fines or immediate jeopardy findings reported.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is located in Lafayette, California.
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lafayette's city center to Merrill Gardens at Lafayette's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.95 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Assisted Living around Lafayette The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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| Atria Park of Lafayette |
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.
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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. | Lafayette | 130 | Yes | 5 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 12 | 70.0% | Wg Countrywood Lp; Atria Management Co Llc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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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. | Lafayette (Moraga Blvd) | 100 | Yes | 88 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 87.0% | Shi-Iii Mg Gp, Shi-Iii Lafayette; Merrill Gardens | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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