Our community offers a variety of apartment options for Independent Living and Assisted Living residents, designed for comfort, privacy and convenience. Apartments include studios, one and two bedrooms.

Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro
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Living Accommodations
Yes. Residents are encouraged to bring personal furnishings, decor, and belongings to make their apartment feel at home.
Apartment features vary by floor plan and are designed to support comfort, independence, and daily living needs. Please contact the community for current apartment options and availability.
Yes. Our community is designed to support older adults with accessible living spaces and community areas that promote ease of mobility.
Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping and maintenance services, giving them more time to do the things they want to do.
Dining and Food Services
Residents enjoy freshly prepared restaurant-style meals with our Merrill Gardens signature Anytime Dining program, which allows residents to dine on a flexible schedule rather than fixed meal service times. Residents can visit the restaurant as often as they would like to enjoy meals during the available dining hours.
Yes. The dining team works to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual nutritional needs whenever possible.
Our dining experience is social, welcoming, and designed to bring residents together while they enjoy a variety of nutritious, chef-prepared meals.
Community and Lifestyle
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro offers a warm, modern, active, welcoming and community-focused environment built on dignity, respect, compassion, and strong connections with residents and families. Located in historic downtown Hillsboro, our community allows residents to stay connected to local shops, restaurants and community events. The community combines the comforts of home with quality care and an engaging lifestyle.
Residents can participate in community-sponsored social events, wellness programs, educational opportunities, and recreational activities designed to promote joy, connection, and intellectual stimulation.
Take a look at our current calendar!
Yes. Residents have access to organized events, clubs, outings, and shared gathering spaces designed to encourage community involvement and create opportunities for residents to build friendships and stay connected.
Amenities include landscaped grounds, shared courtyards, and a beautiful rooftop sky lounge with stunning views. There are many comfortable gathering areas as well, such as a gaming room, computer center, beauty salon, multiple dining spaces, activity opportunities, and a fitness center which hosts wellness-focused programs that support an active lifestyle.
Transportation services are available to help residents attend appointments, run errands, and participate in community outings.
Visitation and Pets
Friends and family are always welcome. Residents should treat Merrill Gardens as their home, inviting guests to visit and experience what we have to offer.
Yes! Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro is pet friendly. We can provide specific details based on your individual pet.
Safety and Staffing
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro features a 24-hour call system, staff supervision, controlled visitor sign-in procedures, and emergency response protocols.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro follows Oregon licensing and employment requirements.
Our experienced care team is on-site 24 hours a day. Team members regularly observe residents, communicate with families, and adjust care plans as needed to support changing health and wellness needs.
Financial and Administrative Matters
Residents can enjoy a variety of services and amenities included in their monthly rent, such as Anytime Dining, weekly housekeeping, scheduled maintenance and transportation, a robust activities program, and more.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro starts at approximately $3,800 per month though actual costs vary depending on apartment type, care level and services selected. Pricing is subject to change; please contact the community for current details.
Move-in fees and deposits vary. Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro is proud to offer a month-to-month rental option with no long-term commitment. The community can provide current pricing and specific financial details.
Residents and families may explore long-term care insurance, veterans' benefits, and other financial resources. Community representatives can provide guidance and referrals.
Families should contact the community directly to discuss available resources and eligibility requirements for outside assistance programs.
The community supports residents throughout the transition, including apartment selection, move-in preparation, and settling in. Please contact the community for current move-in requirements and move-out notice details.
Care and Health Services
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro offers Independent and Assisted Living services. Residents receive personalized support based on their individual needs while enjoying a welcoming community lifestyle.
Our care team works closely with residents and families to understand individual needs and create personalized care plans. Care is reviewed regularly and adjusted as needs change, helping ensure residents receive the right level of support over time.
Residents receive assistance with personal care, daily living activities, medication management, wellness monitoring, and coordination of care services. Trained team members help residents maintain health, comfort, and dignity.
Care staff are available around the clock to assist residents and respond to needs. Staffing levels are designed to support residents' care requirements, though specific staff-to-resident ratios may vary.
The community has emergency response procedures in place, with trained team members available to respond quickly and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
Medication management services are available through trained staff, helping residents take medications as prescribed and according to their individualized care plans.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro offers a smooth transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living as support needs increase. Care plans are adjusted as needs evolve, allowing residents to age in place whenever possible.
Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro offers a residential setting focused on comfort, engagement, and personalized support rather than a clinical environment. Residents enjoy private apartments, social opportunities, restaurant-style Anytime Dining, engaging activities, and support that helps them live active, purposeful lives.
Emotional and Social Considerations
Residents benefit from meaningful activities, social engagement, personalized care, and supportive relationships that foster purpose, belonging, connection, and emotional wellness.
Yes. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to schedule a personalized tour to meet the team, explore the community, and learn more about available services. You can also call to speak with a member of the sales team directly.
Families frequently highlight the caring and attentive staff, welcoming atmosphere, personalized attention, and commitment to dignity and respect as strengths of the community. In addition, what is often mentioned is the beautiful state of the art community in a convenient downtown location, spacious apartments, and an excellent restaurant-style dining program as well as a robust activity program.
The team partners closely with residents and families during the transition process through individualized support and a welcoming team that enjoys helping new residents build connections, participate in engaging activities and social opportunities, and move-in coordination services designed to help new residents feel comfortable and supported in their new home.