Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave., West Chester PA, 19380


Resident Review Score
8.4
|
Loved

Starting price

$2,650

For this area
$$$
Preferred Provider

Merrill Gardens at West Chester is an assisted living facility in West Chester, Pennsylvania. This community offers a memory care unit for residents with dementia and provides an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $4,895 and range up to $4,925. The average price in the community is $4,910, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,292. The cost of assisted living in this area is greater than the state average. 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. 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 musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are 33 hospitals within 25 miles of Merrill Gardens at West Chester. The two closest hospitals are Chester County Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and Main Line Hospital Paoli which is 5.7 miles away.

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

Some of the key amenities available at Merrill Gardens at West Chester are:

  • Activity Center
  • Fitness Programs
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Restaurant Style Dining

Welcome to Merrill Gardens at West Chester, an assisted living community located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Merrill Gardens at West Chester also offers other services at this location including independent living and memory care.

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Arbour Square is minutes from Fernhill Lake, West Goshen Park, and Fern Hill Medical Campus. Brandywine Regional Airport, the American Helicopter Museum & Education Center, and QVC Studio Park are around the corner. Chester County Hospital, West Chester Golf & Country Club, and downtown West Chester are less than ten minutes from the community.

Not sure if independent living or personal care at Arbour Square is right for you? Follow the links on this page to find out more or to schedule a personal tour.

There are 34 hospitals within 25 miles of Merrill Gardens at West Chester. The two closest hospitals are Chester County Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and Main Line Hospital Paoli which is 5.7 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Merrill Gardens at West Chester are:

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Activity Center
  • Fitness Programs
  • Restaurant Style Dining


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(484) 401-9800

Room Pricing
memory-care
StudioStarting at$8,000
independent-living
Two BedroomStarting at$4,750
One BedroomStarting at$3,300
StudioStarting at$2,650
assisted-living
One BedroomStarting at$5,750
StudioStarting at$4,750

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
8.4
|
Loved
#3 in West Chester, PA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved52
Loved11
Good3
Average1
Below Average11

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community receives high praise for its attentive and friendly staff, with many reviewers mentioning staff members by name as being particularly helpful, warm, and efficient in their roles. The living facilities, including studio and apartment options, are described as well-kept, clean, and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to a positive living environment for residents. A recurring commendation is the breadth of amenities and activities available, such as movie theaters, diners, salons, pubs, and a variety of recreational areas including an observation deck overlooking an airport, which seems to be a unique and popular feature among residents. The food receives mixed but mostly positive reviews, with some noting it as excellent and others seeing room for improvement.
However, there are some criticisms. A few reviewers point out issues such as the size of the apartments being too small and the community's response to certain problems not being as fast or effective as desired. Pricing concerns are mentioned, with a suggestion that the community is somewhat expensive. There seem to be instances of miscommunication, and a few reviewers have noted a need for improvement in areas such as room cleaning frequency and activity management. Despite these points, the overarching sentiment is that this is a highly recommended community, boasting a supportive and caring staff, a range of activities and amenities, and a clean and comfortable living environment.

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Amenities

Merrill Gardens at West Chester


Pet Friendly
Pool
Activity Center
Fitness Programs
Restaurant Style Dining

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

Gluten-free

Guest Meals

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Organic

Professional Chef

Restaurant Style Dining

Vegetarian Available

Diet Modifications/Managements

Food - On-Order

Food - Set Menu

Snacks Available

Accommodations


Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Independent Temperature Controls

Internet Access

Kitchenette

Air Conditioned

Balcony, Terrace or Patio

Cable

Central Fireplace

Deck

Handicap Accessible

Kitchenettes

Outdoor Areas

Parking

Pet Friendly

Piano or Organ

Private Bathroom

Resident Parking

Furnished

Activities & Fitness


Activity Centre

Allowed Outdoors

Birthday Parties

Clubs & Communities

Dances

Exercise Room

Fitness Programs

Happy Hour

Karaoke

Library & Computer Lounge

Live Music

Movie Room

Outdoor Walking Paths

Swimming Pool

Raised Garden Beds

Social Outings

Yoga / Chair Yoga

Care


Ambulatory Care

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Massage Therapist

Medication Coordination

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Wellness Center

Accepts Psychiatric Issues

Podiatry

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Courtesy Transportation To Medical Appointments

Housekeeping

Transportation At Cost

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


Dogs Allowed

English

Visiting Chaplain or Priest

Neighborhood


Nearby Shopping

Safety


Secured Community

Hospitals


Chester County Hospital

701 East Marshall Street

Distance: 1.5 miles

Lifecare Hospitals Of Chester County

400 East Marshal Street

Distance: 1.7 miles

Main Line Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital

414 Paoli Pike Po Box 3007

Distance: 3.3 miles

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St George Greek Orthodox Church

30 East Forge Road, Media

Distance: 8.2 miles

The Church Has Left the Building Ministries

535 North Old Middletown Road, Media

Distance: 8.4 miles

Middletown Preparative Meeting

513 North Old Middletown Road, Media

Distance: 8.5 miles

Resident Review Score
9.3
|
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