Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen

1420 Curci Dr, San Jose CA, 95126


Resident Review Score
8
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Loved

Starting price

$3,250

For this area
$$$
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Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen is an assisted living facility in San Jose, California. This community offers a memory care unit for residents with dementia and provides an independent living option. This facility may offer respite or short-term stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. The community provides some additional programs to ensure the health and well-being of its residents. A mental wellness program is included in this community. Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen offers dental care to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $5,944 and range up to $8,695. The average price in the community is $7,320, which is higher than the average cost of assisted living in the area of $5,645. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care.

This community is pet-friendly. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. To ensure the safety of all residents, the facility provides an emergency call system. Special diet meals are not always available, but some can accommodate residents' dietary requirements. This community provides no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including arts & crafts and clubs & communities. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are 16 hospitals within 25 miles of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. The two closest hospitals are Santa Clara Valley Medical Center which is 1.1 miles away and O'Connor Hospital which is 1.9 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen are:

  • Beauty & Barber
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Social Outings

Welcome to Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen, an assisted living community located in San Jose, California. Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen also offers other services at this location including independent living and memory care.

Make Every Day Bright at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen

Everything at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen is designed to make every day bright, from the light-filled common areas and resort-style amenities to the packed events calendar. Residents enjoy beautiful courtyards, a comfy theater room, a fitness center and a game room with a billiards table. The monthly calendar makes good use of these spaces; seniors take art classes, join book clubs, get together for live entertainment, and meet friends at themed happy hours. 

Willow Glen offers a small-town feel, with shops, restaurants, and coffee shops, but it's less than 10 minutes from downtown San Jose and all the advantages the city offers. Seniors at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen enjoy the San Jose Museum of Art, the Hammer Theater Center, the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, and Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, which offers a petting zoo, walking trails, and an amphitheater. The community isn't far from great healthcare options, either. Regional Medical Center of San Jose, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center are all within 15 minutes. 

Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen: Leave Home Maintenance Behind

Break free from the burden of home maintenance at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. Housekeepers will tidy up and do the laundry, maintenance people will knock out those not-so-fun tasks, and chefs will prepare restaurant-style meals from 7 am to 7 pm through the Anytime Dining program. The support staff will be there 24 hours a day to take care of everything else, from medication management to assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and more.

The apartments here are designed with modern luxuries but traditional comfort. Residents can choose from three different models: a spacious studio, a one-bedroom, and a two-bedroom suite. Residences include amenities like resident call systems, balconies with incredible views, and complete kitchens for entertaining friends and family. 

Feel like Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen could be an excellent fit for yourself or a loved one? Connect with an advisor to get more information, see pricing details and schedule a community tour.

There are 16 hospitals within 25 miles of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. The two closest hospitals are Santa Clara Valley Medical Center which is 1.1 miles away and O'Connor Hospital which is 1.9 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen are:

  • Pet Friendly
  • Beauty & Barber
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Social Outings


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 661-2445 or reach the community directly at(408) 457-7315

Room Pricing
assisted-living
Two BedroomStarting at$5,895
One BedroomStarting at$4,400
StudioStarting at$3,250

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

Looking for Medicaid Options?

If you are using Medicaid to pay for senior living, your options are likely different.


Resident Review Score
8
|
Loved
#7 in San Jose, CA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved5
Loved6
Good3
Average1
Below Average0

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

Many reviewers praised the facility for its friendly and professional staff who made it a priority to recognize residents by name, enhancing the feeling of a home-like atmosphere. The quality of services such as housekeeping and laundry were also highlighted positively, with some residents opting for extra services. The food received overall positive feedback, even from relatives who had joined for meals.
The facility received high ratings for its effective communication with family members, particularly in situations where residents needed medical care, which was viewed as a facilitator of smoother transitions for families and their loved ones. The facilities were appreciated for their layout, with bathrooms set up with handrails and easy shower access, particularly for those requiring mobility aids such as walkers. Some residents mentioned that the community was clean, comfortable and safe, with enough staff for a responsive service.
The various activities available received mixed responses, with one reviewer comparing the community to a family environment. Other reviewers also praised the condition and size of the apartments, the location of the facility, and features like full-size refrigerator and stove in the unit. There were compliments for the outdoor patio and availability of covered parking for residents. Furthermore, residents and their families acknowledged the friendliness of the community and credited their tour experiences at the facility as being detailed and professional.
Some reviewers mentioned challenges with pricing, while others felt that compared to other places, the cost was justified given the level of care and services. Despite the concerns about price, it was widely agreed that Merril Gardens provided what they promised and that the majority of residents appeared contented and happy.

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Amenities

Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen


Pet Friendly
Beauty & Barber
Parking
Pool
Social Outings

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

BBQs or Picnics

International Cuisine

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

Professional Chef

Restaurant Style Dining

Special Dining Programs

Vegetarian Available

Diet Modifications/Managements

Food - On-Order

Food - Set Menu

Snacks Available

Accommodations


Wifi

Independent Temperature Controls

Internet Access

Kitchenette

Air Conditioned

Balcony, Terrace or Patio

Billiards Lounge

Cable

Cable of Satellite TV

Cats Allowed

Computer or Media Center

Deck

Full Kitchen

Ground Floor Units

Kitchenettes

Landscaped Grounds

Library & Computer Lounge

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Outdoor Walking Paths

Parking

Pet Friendly

Phone

Private Bathroom

Private Patio

Resident Parking

Studio / Efficiency

Can Paint/Decorate Room

Care


12-16 Hour Nursing

Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Dentist

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Enclosed Courtyard

Hospice

Incontinence Care

Independent Living

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Wellness Center

Wellness Program

Podiatry

Occupancy


150 Total Units

Activities & Fitness


Activities On-site

Activity Centre

Art Classes

Arts & Crafts

Clubs & Communities

Dances

Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning

Exercise Room

Fitness Programs

Health And Wellness Programs

Holiday Parties

Live Music

Piano

Swimming Pool

Social Outings

Wii Bowling

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Grocery Shopping and Errands

Housekeeping

Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Maintenance

On-site Maintenance Personnel

Transportation Arrangement (non-medical)

Transportation At Cost

Weekly Housekeeping

Close to Public Transportation

Transportation

Housekeeping for IL

Laundry for IL

Med Mgmt Monitoring for IL

Monthly Meal Plan for IL

Pets Allowed

Barber/Beauty Shop

Communal Gardens

On-Site Religious Services

Smoking Allowed Outside

Wheelchair Accessible

Additional Features


Chinese

Dogs Allowed

Filipino

Safety


Emergency Call System

Secured Community

Neighborhood


Nearby Shopping

Hospitals


Crestwood San Jose Psychiatric Health Facility

1425 Fruitdale Ave, Suite A

Distance: 0.3 miles

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

751 South Bascom Avenue

Distance: 1.1 miles

O'Connor Hospital - San Jose

2105 Forest Avenue

Distance: 1.9 miles

Churches


Source of Faith Church Praise and Power

990 Meridian Avenue, San Jose

Distance: 0.1 miles

Community of Christ

990 Meridian Avenue, San Jose

Distance: 0.1 miles

IFFAP

990 Meridian Avenue, San Jose

Distance: 0.1 miles

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