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Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
2567 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92103
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
2567 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92103
Open Doors to New Experiences at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
From the gorgeous rooftop terrace and the piano lounge to the chef-prepared food and laid-back coffee bistro, Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill has everything seniors need to live life to the fullest. And the robust activities calendar makes every day fresh and exciting. Seniors here spend their days learning to swing dance, doing pet therapy (with alligators!), tending to the community garden, and attending themed happy hour socials (think National Truffle Day snacks and drinks).
Located in San Diego’s most desirable neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is close to a wide variety of cultural and natural attractions. Balboa Park—which boasts the world-famous San Diego Zoo, the Japanese Friendship Garden, and the San Diego Natural History Museum—is just four blocks away. Downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter are less than 10 minutes away, and Bankers Hill’s incredible shops and restaurants are right outside the door.
Open Doors to New Experiences at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
Across the independent living and assisted living programs at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill, there are 11 different floor plans, including studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedroom, two-bath homes up to 1,100 square feet. Many of these residences come with full kitchens, walk-in closets, private verandas, and in-unit washer/dryers. Rates also include everything residents need to live a chore-free lifestyle, including housekeeping, maintenance, and Anytime Dining, which allows seniors to stop in for gourmet meals at any time. Pets are also welcome, so older adults can bring their favorite furry friends.
In the assisted living program, independence is essential. Staff is here 24 hours a day to provide discreet support for things like bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication management, whatever residents need to feel autonomous.
Use the links above to learn more about the comprehensive independent and assisted living programs at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill. They’ll let you request more info, see how much care might cost, and schedule a community tour.
From The Community
Our community is in the middle of it all in the prestigious Bankers Hill neighborhood. Enjoy all the best of sunny San Diego from our ocean view roof top deck or venture out to explore fine dining, shopping, Victorian homes, Symphony Hall, the Civic Theater, and world famous Balboa Park.
There are 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill. The two closest hospitals are Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest – Hillcrest Med Ctr which is 1.6 miles away and Rady Children’S Hospital – San Diego which is 4.6 miles away.
Some of the key amenities available at Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill are:
- Pet Friendly
- Beauty & Barber
- Washer & Dryer in Unit
- Pool
- Social Outings
Services and Amenities
Services
- Housekeeping
- Assisted Living
- Independent Living
- Memory Care
- Respite
- Chinese
Activities & Fitness
- Activity Center
- Fitness Programs
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Live Entertainment
- Arts and Crafts
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
Dining & Nutrition
- All-Day Dining
- Healthy Snacks
- Meals Included
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- International Cuisine
Accommodations
- Outdoor Areas
- Library & Computer Lounge
- Nearby Shopping
- Parking
- Salon / Barbershop
- Outdoor Walking Paths
Care
- Stroke Care
- Dental Care
- Nurses
- Laundry / Dry Cleaning
- 12-16 hour nursing
- Medication management
Neighborhood
- Restaurant Style Dining
Merrill Gardens is a nice place with mostly kind staff. The food is fine but could use a better presentation and more variety. Front desk is empty after 7pm which seems too early especially when it’s still light outside. ADL’s ie. serviced not included are all available but be aware they can rea...
Merrill Gardens is a nice place with mostly kind staff. The food is fine but could use a better presentation and more variety. Front desk is empty after 7pm which seems too early especially when it’s still light outside. ADL’s ie. serviced not included are all available but be aware they can really get very expensive every month. General manager is a gem.
Read moreI am breaking my no-review policy to review Merrill Gardens because I want to acknowledge their excellence. My mother has been a resident for about two years and began her stay in Independent Living. I appreciate Merrill Gardens for the many and varied social activities, the appealing food offerings...
I am breaking my no-review policy to review Merrill Gardens because I want to acknowledge their excellence. My mother has been a resident for about two years and began her stay in Independent Living. I appreciate Merrill Gardens for the many and varied social activities, the appealing food offerings, as well as the caring staff and genial residents. The facility is clean and welcoming. Merrill Gardens makes a point to celebrate holidays and special events in grand style. Their decorations are amazing, and special food is prepared to match the holiday being celebrated. Staff is attentive and responsive to the needs of their residents. Recently my mother has needed Assisted Living care. She has told me that the staff is very good to her. She really appreciates their cheerfulness and willingness to help. I feel great comfort in knowing that she is being so well cared for. Lori Hansen, the General Manager does an excellent job of managing the facility. Without hesitation, I recommend Merrill Gardens for Independent Living as well as Assisted Living.
Read moreMerrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is truly an amazing place. I moved my 89 year old mother there in June. She was living alone and independent but I wanted her to be with other people, participate in games, art classes, events, field trips, etc. The facility is like a resort. The food is extremely goo...
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is truly an amazing place. I moved my 89 year old mother there in June. She was living alone and independent but I wanted her to be with other people, participate in games, art classes, events, field trips, etc. The facility is like a resort. The food is extremely good, there are lots of nice bright open areas to relax, listen to the piano or read a book in the library or go up to the garden overlooking San Diego bay. Lori, the director, is the nicest person you’ll ever meet. She treats all her residents as family. All of the staff truly cares about everyone there. Soon after moving in she fractured a vertebrae in her back and had to have a surgical procedure. I was out of the country so Lori went to the ER and stayed with her. After she returned from the hospital my mother needed full assistance for a couple of weeks while she recovered. Their care staff are absolutely the best in every way. They brought her meals, helped her eat, bathed her, gave her all her medications 3-4 times a day and kept me updated. Physical therapist came in to her apartment and worked with her regularly until she was better. Soon she was better and enjoying all the amenities at Merrill Gardens. Unfortunately after only 6 months she fell and suffered a severe head injury. After spending 9 weeks in hospitals and rehabs she passed away but we were able to get her back to her apartment for her last week on hospice. Again the care staff were outstanding. They worked with hospice to make sure she was comfortable as possible. We couldn’t recommend Merrill Gardens enough. Lori, Lupe, Alicia, and all the other staff are so nice and caring. Thank you.
Read moreAn enterprise that continuously celebrates Quality of Life in all regards for its senior residents. Highly skilled, extraordinarily caring Care Givers and Management. Super comfortable setting and innumerable conveniences! Could not be better!
The community overall is very nice. I was extremely impressed with the kitchen and the food.
The community is in a beautiful neighborhood, and the community is beautiful also. The director is amazing and very caring. The staff is amazing and I can't say anything bad about this community. I would recommend this community to others