Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

12/14/2025

Our residents created charming beaded holiday wreaths, bringing festive color and joy to their doors! 🎄✨

12/13/2025

Cheers to holiday cheer! 🎄🥂 Our tree trimming party was a success, thanks to everyone’s help. Eggnog & cookies made it even sweeter!

12/12/2025

Socializing is important for all ages and can be especially important for older adults. Strong social connections have been shown to increase mood and help maintain mobility and independence, while lowering the chance of mental disabilities. We created an infographic to help demonstrate.

We also have a great blog post all about preventing isolation. Tips like making community a priority, joining a group hobby or club, and communicating your needs can help. Click this link to read the blog: https://bit.ly/4pXISua

12/08/2025

The holiday season is a great time to explore senior living options. 🎄🏡 Schedule a tour today to see how Merrill Gardens at Lafayette can be a perfect fit for you or your loved one.

Discover the benefits of holiday visits in our latest blog:

Explore how holiday senior living tours can bring clarity and comfort for families considering extra support for loved ones. Learn tips for making the most of your visit.

12/07/2025

Congratulations to Ruthanne and John on celebrating 23 years of love and partnership! 🎉✨ Here's to many more memories together.💖

12/06/2025

We were grateful to have you with us! Thank you for joining our Thanksgiving Brunch. Your presence made our community feel special. 🍁✨

12/05/2025

Our residents had a wonderful day exploring the San Francisco Legion of Honor, viewing stunning works by Manet, Morisot, and more! 🎨✨

12/04/2025

Our pie eating contest was such a hit! 🥧🎉 The camaraderie our community has is so special.

12/03/2025

Congratulations to Juliane for winning our Annual Pie Eating Contest! 🥧🎉 Sarah secured 2nd place, and Laurie finished 3rd. Our residents cheered everyone on as we challenged ourselves to eat as much as we could in just 5 minutes. 🍒🥧

11/27/2025

Wishing you a day filled with gratitude, joy, and togetherness. From all of us at Merrill Gardens at Lafayette, Happy Thanksgiving! 💛🦃🍂

11/25/2025

Our team shared a special Thanksgiving blessing snack mix with our community friends! We’re grateful for our wonderful residents who make every day meaningful. Spread the love this holiday season!

11/24/2025

What makes senior living feel like the right fit? Merrill Gardens President Tana Gall and broadcaster Eric Johnson sit down to talk about it, including Eric’s perspective as a family member whose mom lived at Merrill Gardens for seven years.

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Merrill Gardens President Tana Gall sits down with longtime broadcaster Eric Johnson for a conversation about senior living. Eric brings great insight - his...