Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

02/10/2026

We’re proud to announce that Merrill Gardens at Lafayette 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! 💙

02/07/2026

Happy 102nd birthday to the incredible Melba! 🎉👏 She continues to inspire us all with her energy—going on outings, enjoying exercise classes, and playing bingo and rummikub. Here’s to many more wonderful years! 🎂💖

02/06/2026

We crafted charming cork Valentine hearts!💖💌

02/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Kendra Marcus for launching our first Low Vision Support Group! 🤝 Together, residents and community friends are forging a supportive space to navigate vision changes. Sharing experiences and encouragement makes all the difference.

02/01/2026

February is Black History Month—a time to honor the history, culture, and lasting contributions of Black individuals and communities. At Merrill Gardens, we value diversity, inclusion, and the stories that help shape who we are. This month, we encourage reflection, learning, and meaningful conversations as we recognize the impact of Black history on our shared experience.

01/31/2026

Downsizing doesn’t have to be overwhelming — it can be a fresh start. 🧹✨ From sorting with intention to preserving special memories, our latest blog shares simple tips to help you simplify and prepare for what’s next.

Read more here:

Get practical tips for downsizing your home with ease. Learn how to sort, donate, and plan for a simpler, more manageable living space.

01/29/2026

Our residents had a delightful bread-making demo with Chef Sara, a former Bourdin Bread Company expert. She crafted adorable baby turtles, alligators, and teddy bears for everyone to enjoy—so tasty! Inspired by her Grandma Anderson, Sara has been sharing her baking skills since childhood, passing down a cherished family tradition. 🍞🦆🐻

01/28/2026

Discover the vibrant lifestyle waiting for you at Merrill Gardens at Lafayette! 🌟 Explore all that our community has to offer and see why so many choose to call us home. Click the link to watch this short video and experience the charm firsthand:

Enjoy this video to get an idea of the incredible lifestyle that Merrill Gardens at Lafayette provides!

01/25/2026

Julia is one of our amazing residents and she shared her inspiring journey from life in the Soviet Union to calling America home. Through family hardships and resilience, she now celebrates her blessings every day. 🌟✨

01/25/2026

We cheered for the 49ers with a football-themed party! 🏈✨ Even though we lost, it was still fun to munch on tasty snacks and watch football. We'll get 'em next year!

01/23/2026

A heartfelt thank you to General Manager, Kamal, for her inspiring leadership and friendship. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors! 🌟 Your positive impact truly resonates with us.

01/22/2026

Our residents had a blast with line dancing classes! 💃🕺