Residential care
Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place
Residential care in Fort Myers, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 36 BARKLEY CIRCLE |
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 33907 |
| County | Lee |
| Phone | 941-627-2542 |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/fl/fort-myers/merrill-gardens-at-barkley-place/ |
| License number | 7218 |
| License type | Assisted Living Facility (ALF) — Florida license, Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Capacity | 64 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour supervision and personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, Independent living, Assisted living, Active Living Program activities, Heated swimming pool, Library, Walking paths |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. |
Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place is in 36 BARKLEY CIRCLE, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Phone: 941-627-2542. It holds Florida ALF license 7218 (status LICENSED, licensed capacity 64 beds), issued by the Agency for Health Care Administration. AHCA's comparison data records 3 complaints and 9 survey deficiencies on its file (checked 2026-11-01).
Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is a senior living community in Fort Myers that offers independent living and assisted living. Residents can use a heated swimming pool, a library, and walking paths, and join a busy calendar of activities planned by the community's Active Living Program Director. Apartments are large and private, with patios or balconies for enjoying the Florida weather.
More about this provider
| Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place offers independent living and assisted living in Fort Myers, with a heated pool, library, walking paths, and a full calendar of activities run by an Active Living Program Director. | |
| Services and programs | Independent senior living and assisted living from a family-owned company, as stated on the community page. On-site amenities include a heated swimming pool, library, large private apartments with patios or balconies, and community walking paths. An Active Living Program Director runs a busy calendar of enriching activities and events. |
| Who it serves | Seniors in the Fort Myers area looking for independent living or assisted living, as stated on the community page. |
| Visiting and contact details | The community page lists phone 239-939-3553 and the address 36 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33907, with an Email Us contact option. |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/fl/fort-myers/merrill-gardens-at-barkley-place/ |
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 Barkley Place
Where is Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place located?
Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place is at 36 BARKLEY CIRCLE, Fort Myers, Florida 33907.
What care and services does Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place offer?
Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour supervision and personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, Independent living, Active Living Program activities, Heated swimming pool, Library.
How do I contact Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place?
Call Merrill Gardens At Barkley Place at 941-627-2542.
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 Florida 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.