Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro

03/12/2026

Our Tea Party was a wonderful success! ☕️ Thanks to seamless collaboration across departments, residents and prospects experienced firsthand what makes our community special. Residents enjoyed connecting over a warm cup of tea and new conversations. 🌸

03/09/2026

Transitioning to senior living can be a challenging process. To gain insight into the best fit for you or your loved one, please take our brief four-minute survey. Your input will help us provide a personalized plan to support you during this transition and ensure that you feel comfortable and confident with your decisions.

Click here to take the four-minute survey: https://tools.roobrik.com/merrillgardens/hillsboro/seniorliving/start?utm_campaign=merrillgardens-roobrik&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=hillsboro

03/05/2026

Our residents enjoyed a exciting day at Illani's Casino! 🎰 From trying their luck on slot machines to fun at the card tables, everyone had a great time. The day wrapped up with a delicious lunch at the casino’s huge food court.😊

03/04/2026

Thinking about moving to a senior living community can feel overwhelming. There’s the grief of leaving what’s familiar, but also the possibility of something new and meaningful.

Pat, a Merrill Gardens resident, put those feelings into words through her poem, “Bloom Where You’re Planted.” Her story captures the real emotions behind this transition—and the comfort that comes from finding connection and community again.

If you or someone you love is exploring senior living, Pat’s journey may offer some reassurance that growing roots in a new place can be beautiful.

Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/4cPkSpG

02/28/2026

Celebrating Creativity in Hillsboro! We will be featuring local artists along with our residents to showcase their work. Are you an artist of any sorts? Sculpture, painter, photographer, quilter, author, or mixed-media artist, we would love to showcase your hard work and passion. Please email elizabethtuo@merrillgardens.com. This event will be open to the community, residents and families.

02/26/2026

Calling all Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro residents! Have you heard of our Good Friends Make Great Neighbors program? It’s the ultimate win/win — you refer a friend who moves in and the two of the split $2,000! Call (971) 396-1300 today to learn more.

02/19/2026

Our residents had a blast celebrating Valentine’s Day with a fun Western-themed party! 🤠🎉 From cowboy hats to western decor, everyone was dressed to impress. The highlight? A delicious fondue fountain that everyone loved to dip into! Thank you all for joining us and making it a memorable day together. 💖✨

02/18/2026

Budgeting for senior living can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. From monthly costs to future care needs, our new blog walks through the key conversations that can help families plan with clarity and confidence. Click here to learn more:

Get tips on budgeting for senior living, including monthly costs, evolving care needs, initial fees, income sources, and financial strategies for a smoother transition.

02/17/2026

Our residents expressed their gratitude to our team members with an appreciation event! 🎉 Thank you to the Resident Council and Resident Ambassadors for organizing, decorating, and making the day special. There were delicious bundt cakes for folks to take home and plenty of time for visiting and connecting with one another. 🍰😊

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro! 💕 Wishing residents, families, and team members a day filled with love, kindness, and smiles.

02/10/2026

We’re proud to announce that Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro has earned the Resident Satisfaction Five Star Award from Sensight Surveys! ⭐️ This recognition is based on feedback from our residents and reflects what matters most to us — creating a place people are happy to call home, would gladly recommend to others, and truly enjoy living in.

A heartfelt thank you to our residents for sharing their voices, and to our dedicated team for making our community such a special place to live every day! 💙

02/05/2026

Our community's Rolling Library continues to thrive, thanks to our resident volunteers! 📚 Shirley and Chris are passionately helping neighbors trade and share books, fostering connection and purpose.