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Merrill Gardens At Madison

121 Brookridge Drive, Madison, AL 35758

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(256) 850-3328

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,577
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,766
Two Bedroom
Estimated $7,091

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,428
  • Average State Price: $3,917
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Merrill Gardens At Madison Description

    Merrill Gardens At Madison is a very large 160 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is about 3.5 miles outside the town of Madison, Alabama and is part of the Merrill Gardens network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.5
    Merrill Gardens At Madison
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 102 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 9 communities in Madison
  • Ranking in State: 191 out of 439 communities in AL
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.9
    Merrill Gardens
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 703 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Alabama

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Residents and their families have praised the staff for being wonderful, happy, and accommodating, ensuring that residents' needs are met with a smile.
    • The environment is described as bright, cheery, and beautifully designed, with tall ceilings, lots of windows, and comfortable, beautiful places to sit and socialize.
    • There are plenty of activities to keep residents engaged, including games, movies, happy hour, outings, and exercise classes.
    • The food receives high marks for being delicious, with a wide selection available from 7am to 7pm, and the ability to prepare almost anything requested.
    • Many residents have expressed that they wouldn't want to be anywhere else, highlighting the sense of community and the facility's resort-like atmosphere.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review expressed dissatisfaction with the memory care unit, stating that the staff were not properly equipped and trained for caring for dementia patients, leading to inappropriate responses to aggressive behavior.
    • Another review criticized the facility for appearing warm and inviting but failing to prioritize residents' care, citing instances of theft and neglect at a high cost.

    Overall:

    Merrill Gardens receives predominantly positive reviews for its staff, facilities, activities, and food. Residents and their families appreciate the caring environment and the variety of amenities and services offered. However, there are concerns regarding the memory care unit's handling of dementia patients and some instances of neglect and theft. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to consider these reviews to make an informed decision.


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    Health

    Medication management

    Safety checks

    Wellness center

    Wellness program


    Services

    Bathing

    Dressing

    Grooming

    Concierge services


    Activities

    Active Living program

    Fitness classes

    Games

    Outings

    Daily activities

    Recreation


    Community Amenities

    Cozy common areas

    Landscaped courtyard

    Salon

    24-hour staffing

    Front porch

    Living areas


    Room Amenities

    Private apartments

    Generous living spaces

    Choice of floor plans

    Kitchenette

    Central air

    Washer/dryer


    Dining

    Anytime Dining

    Restaurant-style dining room

    Bistro

    Formal dining room


    Transportation

    Transportation options

    Scheduled transportation


    Pet

    Pets welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Madison which is 3.5 miles away and has a population of 46,962 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $102,489, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 82
      • Low Temperature: 43
      • Average Temperature: 64.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 177 days of rain, 5 days of snow and 181 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.8 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 134.0, Moderate Days 47.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.7 miles away
    Aldi
    1.4 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    1.9 miles away
    Publix
    2.0 miles away
    Far East Market Madison
    2.5 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Progress Bank
    0.1 miles away
    National Bank of Commerce
    0.3 miles away
    BB&T
    0.4 miles away
    CB&S Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Regions Bank
    0.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Madison Hospital
    0.2 miles away
    Huntsville Hospital
    10.2 miles away
    Crestwood Medical Center
    11.2 miles away
    Athens-Limestone Hospital
    12.9 miles away
    North Alabama Speciality Hospital
    13.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.1 miles away
    Publix Phamacy
    2.0 miles away
    Kroger Pharmacy
    2.8 miles away
    Kroger
    2.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Pignataro Dental
    0.8 miles away
    Bryant Dental
    1.7 miles away
    Eastview Family Dentistry
    3.6 miles away
    Complete Dental
    4.7 miles away
    Family Dentistry
    4.7 miles away

    Parks

    Madison
    0.2 miles away
    Spencer Park
    1.1 miles away
    Seven Oaks Park
    1.1 miles away
    Mossy Brook Park
    1.2 miles away
    Rainbow
    1.4 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Parkway Place Mall
    10.1 miles away
    Bucks Family Restaurant, Phillip Gibson: Allstate Insurance
    14.4 miles away
    CH PC Repair, Free Spirit Tattoos
    15.0 miles away

    Culture

    Outdoor Amphitheater
    6.4 miles away
    Union Grove Gallery and Meeting Hall
    6.8 miles away
    Charger Union Theater
    7.0 miles away
    Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment
    9.5 miles away
    Flying monkey theater
    9.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Taziki's
    0.1 miles away
    Buenavista Mexican Cantina
    0.2 miles away
    I Love Sushi
    0.4 miles away
    Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill
    0.6 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    0.7 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AL. It is a very large-sized community with 160 total beds.

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