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Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria

(805) 928-2662

About Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria

Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria offers compassionate assisted living for seniors who value independence with reliable support. Our Santa Maria, California community provides personalized care plans, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment where residents maintain dignity while receiving help with daily living needs.

Community at a glance

Capacity

330 residents

State license

#425850140, Licensed

Location

Santa Maria, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, California 93454

(805) 928-2662

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria on September 23, 2026.

Since May 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 6 complaint visits and 5 other visits.

Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 1 Type B citation. 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 5 complaints, and found 3 allegations substantiated.

Last visit

Sep 23, 2026

Routine inspections

5

Type A citations

1

Type B citations

1

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections500
Complaint investigations601
Other visits510

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 22, 2026, Sep 17, 2025, Aug 27, 2024, Aug 22, 2023, Aug 24, 2022.

Complaints

  • September 10, 20251 unsubstantiated
  • May 7, 20252 unsubstantiated
  • January 25, 20241 allegation substantiated
  • August 22, 20231 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated
  • May 12, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
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
425850140
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
330 residents
Licensed since
September 10, 2021
Licensee
Mg at Santa Maria, Lp ; Shi-Iv Merrill Gp, LLC ; M
Administrator
Michael Easbey

Location

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1220 Suey RoadSanta Maria, CA 93454

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Santa Maria

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria 1 Type A citation and 1 Type B citation since May 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 Santa Maria last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on September 23, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria?+

The state investigated 5 complaints since May 2022. Of the allegations, 3 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 5 unsubstantiated and 0 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.

Senior living in Santa Maria Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026