Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga
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.
Inspection Report Summary for Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga
Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga, a 740‑bed, 150‑capacity facility located at 9942 Highland Avenue, was the subject of five recent inspection reports. The reports, ranging from May 2022 to September 2023, were conducted by California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing (CCLD) evaluators in response to complaints received by the agency. While the facility has been praised for its staffing levels and adherence to housekeeping protocols, one complaint was found to be substantiated, leading to a formal deficiency citation and a plan of correction under appeal.
The substantiated allegation, investigated on 20 May 2022, involved the refusal to allow resident R1 to return to the facility after discharge from a hospital unless 24‑hour care could be provided. Evaluator Bernadette Allen determined that the licensee violated Section 87224(a) of Title 22 by failing to give the resident a required thirty‑day written notice and not performing a reassessment. The citation requires the facility to submit a self‑certification of compliance by 23 May 2022. This deficiency remains under appeal, with a plan of correction pending review.
All other complaints—medication handling, unsanitary conditions, inadequate assistance, improper bedding, and a claim that the facility operated without a qualified administrator—were found unsubstantiated or unfounded after thorough interviews, document reviews, and facility tours. In each case, the evaluators found no evidence of violations, and the facility was noted to have sufficient housekeeping staff, accurate medication logs, and a qualified administrator in place. Together, these findings suggest that, aside from the eviction‑procedure issue, Merrill Gardens is meeting regulatory standards, though it must address the cited deficiency to avoid potential penalties.
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Facility Overview
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Current Occupancy
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77.3% (116/150)
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Facility Type
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RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
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LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
October 1, 2018
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
SHI-III MG DEV, RANCHO CUCAMONGA; MERRILL GARDENS
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County
The county where the facility is located.
SAN BERNARDINO
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits.
11 visits
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Inspections
Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division.
5 inspections
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
1 visit
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
5 complaints
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections.
1 citation
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Inspection Reports
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What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, 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
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2.7 miles from city center
9942 Highland Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737
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Phone:+1 909-296-3426
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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).
- CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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.
- CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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.
- CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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).
CA Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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.
- CA Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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.
- CA Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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