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Merrill Gardens At West Covina

(626) 587-4318

About Merrill Gardens At West Covina

Merrill Gardens At West Covina offers assisted living for seniors who want supportive care without sacrificing independence. Our West Covina, California community combines daily assistance with the comfort of a real home, designed for families who value quality care and meaningful connections.

Community at a glance

Capacity

150 residents

State license

#198603348, Licensed

Location

West Covina, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

1400 West Covina Pkwy, West Covina, California 91790

(626) 587-4318

California inspection record

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

State inspectors last visited Merrill Gardens At West Covina on August 4, 2026.

Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 6 routine inspections, 6 complaint visits and 3 other visits.

Inspectors issued 1 Type B citation. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.

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 6 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.

Last visit

Aug 4, 2026

Routine inspections

6

Type A citations

0

Type B citations

1

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections600
Complaint investigations601
Other visits300

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 4, 2026, Sep 11, 2025, Sep 10, 2024, Oct 6, 2023, Feb 17, 2023, Oct 7, 2021.

Complaints

  • March 24, 20262 unsubstantiated
  • November 9, 20231 unsubstantiated
  • September 18, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
  • August 11, 20233 unsubstantiated
  • June 29, 20232 unsubstantiated
  • December 27, 20221 unsubstantiated
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
198603348
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
150 residents
Licensed since
October 1, 2020
Licensee
Shi-Iii Mg Dev Gp, LLC; Merrill Gardens, LLC
Administrator
Fischer, Sherry

Location

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1400 West Covina PkwyWest Covina, CA 91790

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near West Covina

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Merrill Gardens At West Covina had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Merrill Gardens At West Covina 0 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation since October 2021. 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 West Covina last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on August 4, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Merrill Gardens At West Covina?+

The state investigated 6 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 9 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 West Covina Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026