Merrill Gardens at Anthem sits in the Anthem neighborhood near Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by parks, community centers, and places to shop or eat, and the community's designed so seniors don't have to worry about home upkeep. The building's got a modern stone look and inside you'll find spaces like a bistro, a big dining hall, a library, business center, and movie theater, all with easy chairs and plenty of light, and there are spots to play chess and gather for community events. Outside, there's a shaded patio, a courtyard with a water feature, and a large swimming pool and hot tub if you want to relax or get your exercise, and the whole place sits close to medical offices and hospitals for peace of mind about health care needs.
The community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, so folks can choose how much help they want now and get more support if things change later, and these tiered programs mean you don't have to move away if you need more care. For those dealing with dementia, there's a secure Memory Care wing with trained staff, personalized support plans, and even hospice care if it gets to that point, and staff are known for being friendly and going out of their way to help both residents and their families. You'll find help with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication, and safety checks in Assisted Living, but the staff try to keep your privacy and independence front and center.
The apartments come in studio, one, and two-bedroom setups, all with full kitchens, private patios or balconies, and their own washers and dryers, and some cottages too, so there's enough variety to make things feel like home and give options to fit different needs and tastes. High-speed internet and Wi-Fi go through the property, pets are welcome, and pet therapy is there for those who need it. Residents can join exercise classes, use transportation for errands or doctor visits, and take part in a big calendar of activities planned by the Activities Director, ranging from games and movies in the theater to educational, social, and devotional programs both on and off-site.
Dining is flexible with the Anytime Dining program, so you can eat on your own schedule, and there's a well-lit dining room for shared meals or a bistro for a more casual bite. Seniors can use common spaces like the salon, community lounge, indoor and outdoor seating areas, and a secured courtyard. The Business Center lets folks check emails or play games, and the place is wheelchair-accessible and easy to get around in. The staff can help with daily needs as they come up, and there's support for spiritual well-being through devotional services. Merrill Gardens at Anthem tries to help people keep up with longtime interests or find new hobbies, and the whole setup-inside and out-is made to be comfortable and straightforward, with the needs of seniors at the heart of the design.
