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The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community

3675 S Rome Street, Gilbert, AZ 85297

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

To Reach a Resident

(602) 892-1692

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,359
One Bedroom
Estimated $2,971
Two Bedroom
Estimated $3,654

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,170
  • Average State Price: $3,342
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community Description

    The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community is a very large 142 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is about 5.3 miles outside Gilbert, Arizona 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, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 making it the 17th highest rated community in the city out of 24 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

    8.3
    The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 169 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 16 out of 25 communities in Gilbert
  • Ranking in State: 555 out of 926 communities in AZ
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    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 Arizona

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff A



    Review Summary

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

    The Oaks has received a variety of reviews from residents, their families, and even staff members. Many highlight the exceptional care, beautiful facility, and the compassionate and communicative staff. Residents and their families appreciate the engaging activities, excellent food, and the overall atmosphere that feels like home. The staff, including caregivers and administrative personnel, are praised for their professionalism, kindness, and dedication to the residents' well-being.

    Several reviews specifically commend the facility for its ability to make transitions smooth and for providing a sense of security and comfort to both the residents and their families. The memory care unit receives special mention for its caring approach and the staff's efforts to ensure residents are actively involved and well-cared for.

    However, not all feedback is positive. Some reviews express concerns over care levels, organization, and professionalism. There are mentions of dissatisfaction with the handling of specific situations, including communication issues and concerns about resident care. A few reviewers advise caution based on their personal experiences or observations.

    Despite the few negative comments, the majority of reviews express gratitude and satisfaction with The Oaks, highlighting it as a caring and welcoming community for seniors in need of assisted living or memory care. The staff's friendliness and the facility's amenities are frequently mentioned as reasons for recommending The Oaks to others.


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    Health

    Wellness program

    Medication management

    Personal care services

    Safety checks


    Services

    24-hour staffing

    On-site maintenance

    Weekly housekeeping

    Resident call system

    24/7 on-site team

    Grooming


    Activities

    Fitness classes

    Games

    Daily activities

    Enriching activities

    Outings

    Lectures


    Community Amenities

    Fitness area

    Library

    Meeting spaces

    Movie theater

    Piano

    Salon


    Room Amenities

    Air conditioning

    Kitchen/kitchenette

    Living areas

    Patio/balcony

    Washer/dryer

    Spacious rooms


    Dining

    Anytime Dining

    Restaurant-style dining

    Bistro

    Cafe

    Dining area


    Transportation

    Transportation options

    Parking


    Pet

    Pets welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Gilbert which is 5.3 miles away and has a population of 247,542 (small city).
    • The average income is $108,066, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 94
      • Low Temperature: 55
      • Average Temperature: 75.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 61 days of rain and 303 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.6 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 33.2 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 4.37% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 9.91% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 3% Black or African-American, 13% Hispanic or Latino, and 73% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.75 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.75 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.79 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.72 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    WinCo Foods
    0.7 miles away
    ALDI
    0.8 miles away
    Costco
    0.8 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.4 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    1.4 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    School Dropoff/Pickup
    1.9 miles away

    Banks

    Alliance Bank of Arizona
    0.8 miles away
    Unison Bank
    0.8 miles away
    National Bank of Arizona
    0.8 miles away
    Desert Financial Credit Union
    0.9 miles away
    MidFirst Bank
    1.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
    0.1 miles away
    Dignity Health AZ General Hospital Emergency Room
    2.4 miles away
    Passport Health Gilbert Travel Clinic
    3.7 miles away
    Banner Ocotillo Medical Center
    6.1 miles away
    Arizona Spine & Joint Hospital
    6.6 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Mixtures Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.7 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.3 miles away
    Fry's Pharmacy
    2.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Dental Specialty Associates
    1.2 miles away
    Pospisil Dentistry
    1.2 miles away
    Breeze Dental
    1.3 miles away
    Copper Canyon Dental
    1.3 miles away
    Spectrum Oral & Facial Surgery
    1.4 miles away

    Parks

    Discovery Park
    0.7 miles away
    Gilbert
    0.7 miles away
    Azul at Spectrum
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
    10.1 miles away
    Roosevelt community church
    22.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Power Square Mall
    7.4 miles away
    Chandler Fashion Center
    8.6 miles away
    Fiesta Mall
    9.6 miles away
    The TV Outlet
    13.2 miles away
    Tempe Marketplace
    13.2 miles away

    Culture

    Discovery Park Amptheatre
    0.9 miles away
    Baker - Music, Dance, Drama
    2.0 miles away
    Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center
    2.8 miles away
    Higley Center for the Performing Arts
    2.9 miles away
    Art Intersection
    5.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Egg N' Joe
    0.9 miles away
    Big Island Hawaiian BBQ
    0.9 miles away
    Ahipoki
    0.9 miles away
    Noodles & Company
    0.9 miles away
    Cafe Rio
    1.0 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AZ. It is a large-sized community with 142 total beds.

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