Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Eugene, OR
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Eugene, OR
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
For seniors seeking a cozy, small-town feel with urban conveniences, Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is an ideal community. Located at 2440 Willakenzie Rd in Eugene, this warm and welcoming home has served occupants for 28 years and provides assisted living and memory care services. With 108 resident beds and a set of private studios, suites, and one and two-bedroom floor plans, the facility offers choice in living space.
The highly walkable neighborhood has a Walk Score of 77. This means lots of daily errands and shopping can be done on foot. Nearby establishments and parks create a vibrant setting that bolsters an active lifestyle with no need for a car for essential services and shopping. Occupants enjoy a diverse activities program: painting and art classes, gardening programs, and fitness and recreation offerings tailored to keep them engaged and healthy. Transportation services support residents wanting to explore the area or attend appointments. The home is managed by Charisa Parsons, who has been with the facility since 2004. She progressed through several roles in resident care before becoming executive director in 2014, bringing profound knowledge of assisted living and memory care operations.
108-bed community Rank #41 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon 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 Oregon 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
28 years in operation Rank #109 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #103 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon 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 Oregon 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 16, 1998
CountyLane
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is legally operated by Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC., and administered by Charisa Parsons.
Total
108 units
Total beds
108 units
Smoking not allowed
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
These figures come from state-published inspection data.
6 deficiencies
5 inspections
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.
Since 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (73% below)
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (73% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 31 | This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 81% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.2 | 4.4 | This facility has 73% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1.2 vs. OR avg 4.4).↓ 73% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 280 - 350 / 398 - 717 / 705 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Charisa Parsons has been with Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park since 2004, progressing through multiple roles including Medication Tech and Memory Care Administrator. She became Executive Director in 2014 and is deeply committed to the community, viewing residents as family and celebrating their stories and independence.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Eugene's city center to Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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 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.
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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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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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| Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park | AL MC | Eugene | 108
Facility
108
OR AVG
67
Rank
#41 / 350 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
OR AVG
56
Rank
#103 / 462 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
OR AVG
22
Rank
#109 / 375 | - | - | 5 | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
31
Rank
#22 / 283 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#22 / 283 | Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC | Charisa Parsons |
| The Springs at Greer Gardens | AL IL MC | Eugene | 100
Facility
100
OR AVG
67
Rank
#48 / 350 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
OR AVG
56
Rank
#417 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
OR AVG
22
Rank
#294 / 375 | - | A+ | 9 | 46
Facility
46
OR AVG
31
Rank
#237 / 283 | 5.1
Facility
5.1
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#170 / 283 | Hsre - Springs IV Trs, LLC | Frances Whittle |
| Evergreen Senior Living | AL IL MC | Eugene (Bethel-Danebo) | 80
Facility
80
OR AVG
67
Rank
#104 / 350 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
OR AVG
56
Rank
#208 / 462 | Private Rooms | 27
Facility
27
OR AVG
22
Rank
#121 / 375 | - | - | 7 | 18
Facility
18
OR AVG
31
Rank
#96 / 283 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#66 / 283 | Evergreen Opco, LLC | Alisha Rocha-Hills |
| Ascot Park Senior Living | AL MC RC | Eugene | 66
Facility
66
OR AVG
67
Rank
#156 / 350 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
OR AVG
56
Rank
#134 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
22
Rank
#83 / 375 | 65.2% | - | 12 | 47
Facility
47
OR AVG
31
Rank
#245 / 283 | 3.9
Facility
3.9
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#119 / 283 | Sabra West Coast Operations II, LLC | Anita Rodney |
| Emerald Valley Assisted Living | AL RC | Eugene (Fox Hollow) | 48
Facility
48
OR AVG
67
Rank
#236 / 350 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
56
Rank
#394 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed | 35
Facility
35
OR AVG
22
Rank
#43 / 375 | - | - | 7 | 13
Facility
13
OR AVG
31
Rank
#53 / 283 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#39 / 283 | Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC | Amanda Bowden |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is located in Eugene, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park is legally operated by Mg Eugene Subtenant, LLC., and administered by Charisa Parsons.
Is Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park in a walkable area?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park been in business?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Yes, Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
The team at Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park can be reached at charisapa@merrillgardens.com.
Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park?
Charisa Parsons is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park.
How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park have?
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park has 108 beds.
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