1220 Suey Road
Santa Maria, CA 93454
330 beds • Est. 2021 (5 years) • Get directions
1 serious and 1 minor state citations across 16 state inspections, with 3 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in September 2026.
From ~5 years of state inspection records, as of October 2026. How the score works · Report a data error
Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a 330-bed assisted living community in Santa Maria, making it the largest Merrill Gardens location in California. Situated in the Central Coast's agricultural and wine country, it offers the full breadth of programming and services that only a community of this scale can provide.
Solid safety record
A mostly clean inspection record: 1 serious and 1 minor citations across 16 state inspections, with 3 verified complaints. Nothing here stands out as a red flag, though it's still worth asking how any past issues were resolved.
Three care levels, one address
Independent living, assisted living, and memory care are all offered on campus — residents can move to a higher level of support without relocating to a different facility.
On-site swimming pool
A pool is listed as a community amenity — uncommon in assisted living settings. Ask specifically about access for assisted living residents during your tour.
Anytime Dining
Residents eat on their own schedule in a restaurant-style bistro rather than fixed meal windows. The facility names this as a distinct program.
Family-owned operator
Merrill Gardens describes itself as a family-owned company — a structural distinction from large institutional chains that run many similar-sized communities.
Large 330-bed campus
At this scale, ask specifically about staff-to-resident ratios and how the individually tailored service plan is actually managed day-to-day.
Advertised vs. verified AL pricing
The website lists 'Starting at $3,300,' but verified assisted living pricing starts at ~$4,300. The lower figure likely reflects independent living rates — confirm which applies before budgeting.
Medical proximity unspecified
The site references 'qualified medical facilities nearby' without naming them. Confirm which hospitals and specialists are accessible, especially if your loved one needs regular appointments.
Est. starting from $4,300/mo
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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