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Merrill Gardens at Brentwood

2600 Balfour Rd

Brentwood, CA 94513

150 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.0 Fair

3 citations in the last 2 years and 7 older across 28 inspections, plus 7 substantiated complaints. We'd recommend reviewing the full state record before visiting. Last inspected in December 2025.

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Why we like it

Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is a 150-bed assisted living community in Brentwood, in eastern Contra Costa County. Part of the Merrill Gardens chain, it brings corporate-level resources to a growing suburban area.

However, its safety record falls below what families should expect from a national operator.

  • Merrill Gardens brand

    Part of a well-known national chain with standardized operations, staff training, and corporate oversight. Merrill Gardens communities are generally well-maintained.

  • Large community

    At 150 beds, has the scale for diverse programming, dining options, and dedicated care staff.

  • Growing suburban area

    Brentwood is one of the East Bay's newer suburbs with modern shopping, medical facilities, and a family-oriented community feel.

  • Below-average safety record

    FYI Safety Score of 5.0 out of 9.9 is notably low for a Merrill Gardens location. This is an outlier within the chain — families should ask specifically about this community's inspection history and what corrective steps have been taken.

  • East Contra Costa remoteness

    Brentwood is relatively far from the Bay Area core. Families commuting from Oakland, San Francisco, or the Peninsula should factor in drive time for regular visits.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$3,500/mo

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Where you'll live

2600 Balfour Rd, Brentwood, CA 94513

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Garden
Courtyard
Swimming Pool
Pet Friendly

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
079201165
Capacity
150 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
May 25, 2022 (3 years)
Licensee
Hsvi Gp, Llc, Merrill Gardens Llc
Administrator
Shields, Jeryl
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(925) 297-6841
Address
2600 Balfour Rd, Brentwood, CA 94513

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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