Appreciation for Merrill Gardens
In 2024, my siblings and I made the difficult decision to move our mom and dad into assisted living as their mental and physical health began to decline. It was not an easy step for our family, and we visited several communities hoping to find a place where our parents would feel safe, cared for, and at home. From the beginning, Merrill Gardens in Woodstock, Georgia gave us that sense of comfort. Their apartment was well suited to their needs, with convenient access to dining and opportunities to spend time with other residents. Just as important, the staff was kind and supportive, Mickie and her management team immediately gave us confidence that our parents would be in good hands.
About a year after they moved to Merrill Gardens, it became clear that our parents needed more personal care and daily support. Because Merrill Gardens also offers memory care, we placed their names on the waiting list when we realized they would benefit from a safer, more closely supervised environment. Knowing that they could remain within the Merrill Gardens community during such an emotional transition brought our family a great deal of peace.
They have now been in Memory Care for nearly a year, and we continue to be deeply grateful for the care they receive. Cheri and her staff treats both of our parents with patience, kindness, and genuine respect, and they are always welcoming to my siblings and me when we visit. Because both of our parents have dementia, it means so much to know they are being looked after with compassion and attention throughout each day. The staff even comes to their room when breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the Memory Care dining area, making sure they are included, cared for, and never overlooked. For our family, that level of thoughtfulness has meant more than words can fully express.
John, Eileen, Tom, Trish, Lynn and James