1055 Montebello Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020
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State licensedAssisted Living
Merrill Gardens At Gilroy
Gilroy, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 24, 2026, 26 citations since 2022
About Merrill Gardens At Gilroy
Merrill Gardens At Gilroy brings personalized assisted living to the heart of California's South Valley. Our compassionate team supports residents with daily activities, medication management, and meaningful engagement, allowing your loved one to maintain independence while receiving the care they need.
Community at a glance
Capacity
214 residents
State license
#435202806, Licensed
Location
Gilroy, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
7610 Isabella Way, Gilroy, California 95020
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Merrill Gardens At Gilroy. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Merrill Gardens At Gilroy on September 24, 2026.
Since April 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 24 complaint visits and 24 other visits.
Inspectors issued 21 Type A citations and 5 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 20 complaints, and found 13 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 24, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
21
Type B citations
5
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 24 | 10 | 1 |
| Other visits | 24 | 11 | 4 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 24, 2026, Sep 25, 2025, Sep 19, 2024, Sep 19, 2022.
Complaints
- September 25, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- June 6, 20251 unfounded
- April 9, 20253 unsubstantiated
- December 19, 20242 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- December 19, 20241 unfounded
- December 19, 20242 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
- December 6, 20244 unfounded
- December 6, 20244 unsubstantiated
- October 29, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
- October 29, 20241 unsubstantiated
- October 7, 20242 unsubstantiated
- October 7, 20243 unfounded
Showing the 12 most recent of 20.
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 435202806
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 214 residents
- Licensed since
- September 10, 2021
- Licensee
- Mg at Gilroy, Lp ; Shi-Iv Merrill Gp, LLC ; Merril
- Administrator
- Billy Mitchell
Location
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7610 Isabella WayGilroy, CA 95020
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Merrill Gardens At Gilroy had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Merrill Gardens At Gilroy 21 Type A citations and 5 Type B citations since April 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Merrill Gardens At Gilroy last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 24, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Merrill Gardens At Gilroy?+
The state investigated 20 complaints since April 2022. Of the allegations, 13 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 18 unsubstantiated and 13 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.