Merrill Gardens at Sherwood sits in the quiet Edy Ridge neighborhood, tucked away in the scenic Tualatin Valley, and you can tell they've built this new community with seniors in mind, using bright colors, lots of windows, and peaceful, landscaped grounds with enclosed courtyards that make walking outside safe and pleasant. The building feels modern but comfortable, and there's a focus on keeping things lively, with programs like Five-Star Fun every day, regular shopping outings, and day-long excursions, plus transportation is free for trips within ten miles. They offer different levels of care-independent living for those who want to stay active on their own, assisted living services with help for bathing, dressing, grooming, and taking medicine while residents keep as much privacy as they want, and memory care for seniors with Alzheimer's or other memory problems, where the staff is specially trained and always on site, and the whole memory care area called the Garden House is built to feel safe, with comfy, small rooms, features to help prevent confusion and wandering, and gardens that are secure but pleasant to be in.
What stands out about their memory care is the Montessori approach and the Inspire Connection Program, which encourage residents to take part in daily routines, roles, and activities, so they feel like they belong, and the team works hard to see each person for who they are now, not just focus on what memory they've lost. The place is set up so families can be involved, and the care plans are tailored to what each person needs, not just what's easiest for staff. With 109 beds, they've got space for many, but the design keeps things from feeling too big or overwhelming.
Residents have a lot of amenities-pet-friendly rules, easy access for wheelchairs, strong Wi-Fi, and a restaurant-style dining room where you can eat when you want instead of on a set schedule, plus meals are made to be good for you, packed full of vitamins and minerals. There's an Active Living program to keep bodies and minds moving, and the social environment is busy for those who want it, but also private if you'd rather keep to yourself. Families and residents can take personalized tours before moving in. The community welcomes adults with a range of needs, whether they're keeping busy on their own, need a bit of help each day, or are living with dementia or Alzheimer's, and they also provide skilled nursing, home care, hospice, and respite care for those who need extra support. Memory care is licensed (MC License #0000000284), so families know the program meets state requirements for safety and care.
The staff have a reputation for being kind and understanding. Residents, families, and community reviewers have given Merrill Gardens at Sherwood a solid review score of 9.2 out of 17 reviews. Living here means seniors can keep up with friends, family, and hobbies, while getting the support they need-all in a calm, purposefully-designed setting that tries to make each day enjoyable and safe.
