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Pet-friendly senior living at Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community in Santa Cruz, California

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Memory Care
A Comfortable, Supportive Home

Garden House is our dedicated memory care area at Sunshine Villa, created around the unique needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Using a heart-centered approach, we focus on the life skills that each resident is capable of as we continue to support independence. At Garden House, your loved one will enjoy a comfortable, fully supported environment with help from a compassionate care team.

Whether inside your loved one’s home or out and about in the community, you’ll find well-secured spaces and a relaxed setting. Our highly trained team is available for care and supportive, on-site services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community's
Inspire Connection Program

We celebrate each Garden House resident as a whole person – not only for who they were when they were younger, but for who they are today.

Our Inspire Connection program embodies what is important to you and your loved one. We are committed to people, place, and purpose. With our special approach designed for memory care, we create an atmosphere where residents continue to enjoy life one moment at a time. If you would like more information, contact us to schedule a personalized tour.

Memory Care A Comfortable, Supportive Home

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community's Inspire Connection Program

A Life Defined by Possibilities, Not Limitations

Memory Care
A Comfortable, Supportive Home

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community's
Inspire Connection Program

A Life Defined by Possibilities,
Not Limitations