Residential care
Merrill Gardens At Brentwood
Residential care in Brentwood, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 2600 BALFOUR RD |
| City | Brentwood |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 94513 |
| County | CONTRA COSTA |
| Phone | (925) 297-6841 |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/ca/brentwood/merrill-gardens-at-brentwood |
| License number | 079201165 |
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) — California's assisted living license |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Licensed since | 5/25/2022 |
| Licensee | HSVI GP, LLC, MERRILL GARDENS LLC |
| Capacity | 150 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. |
Merrill Gardens At Brentwood is in 2600 BALFOUR RD, Brentwood, CA 94513. Phone: (925) 297-6841. Ownership: not stated in the source file. It holds California RCFE license 079201165 (status LICENSED, first licensed 5/25/2022, capacity 150). In California, assisted living is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
More about this provider
| The official page says Merrill Gardens at Brentwood offers high-quality independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Brentwood, California, with luxury studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartments, extensive services including weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, and 24-hour staffing, fresh restaurant-style meals through Anytime Dining, and amenities including a theater, library, and community pool, in a pet-friendly community. | |
| Services and programs | Independent living, assisted living, and memory care in studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartments; services and amenities listed: 24-hour staffing, resident call system, transportation options, Anytime Dining, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, fitness area, pets welcome, wellness program; pet-friendly community with theater, library, bistro, and large outdoor community pool; Active Living Program with a calendar of activities |
| Who it serves | Residents in independent living, assisted living, and memory care |
| Accreditation | Awards/credentials shown on the page: Accushield Safest Places To Live 2026; The Reputation 800 Award 2026; Montessori Inspired Lifestyle Credentialed Community 2026; Seniorly 2024 |
| Visiting and contact details | Merrill Gardens at Brentwood, 2600 Balfour Rd, Brentwood, CA 94513; phone 925-297-6841; Email Us link; Hours: Mon-Sun 00:00-23:59 as listed on the page |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/ca/brentwood/merrill-gardens-at-brentwood |
Who pays for residential care?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for assisted living
- Memory Care Costs: What Drives the Price When No National Median Exists
Residential care guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Merrill Gardens At Brentwood
Where is Merrill Gardens At Brentwood located?
Merrill Gardens At Brentwood is at 2600 BALFOUR RD, Brentwood, California 94513.
What care and services does Merrill Gardens At Brentwood offer?
Merrill Gardens At Brentwood offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living.
How do I contact Merrill Gardens At Brentwood?
Call Merrill Gardens At Brentwood at (925) 297-6841.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.