Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

We've been here for over 3 years and love it. It's a homey and neighborly place. The staff are absolutely wonderful: kind, attentive, and appreciative of each other. The new Senior Manager, Jill Johnson, is a genuine people person, top-notch communicator, and experienced administrator. The common areas have been refreshed and the 4th floor patio is due for a million dollar refresh and extension. The food is great and varied. I'm a vegetarian (some fish) and I find it very easy to work with the offerings and menus. Aaron, the Executive Chef, is very effective and responsive. He ought to receive an award for the spectacular improvements he has made in the menus and the availability of healthy options while preserving traditional "comfort food" options. Being blocks away from Balboa Park is great: miles of trails for walking and hiking. The tours and events are first class. The residents are varied but the overall ambience is positive and caring. We've made many friends here and people are generally good humored, honest, and authentic.

A friend of mine just moved here. It has been a pleasant experience all around, no complaints at all. Best turkey burger I’ve ever had!

My father has been at Merrill for several years now. The staff here go out of their way to make him feel so comfortable. Special kudos to Alyy and Marnee, who offer exceptional kindness and professional courtesy. We love Melinda and Gerald, too (we miss Angie!). Carmen holds the fort in the front with grace and humor!! OG Lupe (!) was just so wonderful when my mom was in hospice here. We felt so taken care of. Every staff person is so nice to Dad and makes him feel so special.

Merrill Gardens Bankers Hill (MGBH) is a wonderful senior living place. One of my dinner pals is Joyce and she is 99! The meals are great and so are the people. You need to visit to see and confirm my statement. Residents, Staff, Servers, and Caregivers treat each other with respect. I have lived here for almost 3 years. Dan McNulty

As the owner of ComForCare Home Care San Diego & La Jolla, I have had the pleasure of visiting Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill on multiple occasions to host resident engagement events including Jeopardy trivia and other fun programming. Every single time, the experience has been warm, welcoming, and well organized. I want to specifically acknowledge Dayna Farris, the Community Relations Director. Dayna is the kind of professional who makes collaboration effortless. She is responsive, genuinely cares about the residents, and goes out of her way to make sure events run smoothly. It is clear she takes real pride in the community she helps lead. Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is a beautiful property and the staff reflects the same level of care and attention you see in the building itself. If you are looking for a senior living community in the Bankers Hill area of San Diego that truly prioritizes the wellbeing and engagement of its residents, this is a place worth serious consideration. Hasan Ali, President, ComForCare Home Care San Diego & La Jolla

My husband and I moved in here six months ago and we’re giving it five stars because we’re so happy with the community. The apartments are very pretty. Everyone is very nice and the food is very good. We love the convenience of the location!!

I’ve lived at Merrill Gardens for the past seven years. I’m very happy here the ability to feel 100%!! They have fun activities, social events and the food is outstanding!!! Come join us

The food is good. The help is nice. I don’t like the raise in rent.

My husband and I visited many senior residences in San Diego County several years in advance of our careful decision to choose Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill "when the time came". It is clear that our grown children are grateful for our leadership in the important adventure that would ultimately include and support them and their children. When friends ask what living in Merrill Gardens is like, after I report the key life-lifting features, they usually nod their heads in understanding when I respond "It's a combination of magical ocean cruise and best-ever summer camp." The success of the Merrill Gardens corporation is based on sound understanding of the importance of balancing expected needs and bonus blessings related to aging. All levels of staff are clearly well-matched to the mission as well as generous in all manner of commitment to meet needs of residents and maintain respectful support to fellow staff members.

Everyone on staff was helpful. Phyllis Pilgrim made a special request to the kitchen so that we could enjoy tea together. They made it totally possible.