Merrill Gardens at Ballard

07/25/2026

Our residents had a perfect summer day taking an electric boat ride on Lake Union! We had a blast watching sea planes land, looking at the gorgeous views of Seattle, and enjoying charcuterie snacks. What a fun memory! 🚤

07/22/2026

Residents enjoyed lunch at the Ballard P-Patch, sharing pizza and a beautiful day together! 🍕

07/13/2026

Some highlights from our wonderful Western Washington all Merrill Gardens picnic! It was lovely to spend the day with everyone and enjoy such nice weather! 🧺☺️

07/13/2026

At Merrill Gardens, we like to recognize the moments that make life so cherished, and those special snippets would not be possible without our HERO Award winners. Chosen from over 4,000 team members, Tanya Kovtunenko (Merrill Garden at Renton Centre) and Sam Clemetson (Merrill Gardens at Greenville), were exceptional standouts. Two individuals who consistently show their commitment to taking care of everyone around them and exhibit an inspiring amount of positivity. It’s easy to see how much this community means to them, and even easier to see how much they mean to us.❤️

07/07/2026

Some highlights from our 4th of July BBQ! Had such a great time celebrating 250! ❤️🤍💙

07/04/2026

Celebrating 250 years of freedom and family this Independence Day! From community barbeques to watching the fireworks together, we love honoring this day as one big Merrill family all across the country. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and spectacular 4th of July!
— From all of us at the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities ❤️🤍💙

06/28/2026

Today is International Pride Day, but our communities across the country have been celebrating all month long with parties, displays, and neighborhood walks.

On this day in 1969, LGBTQ+ New Yorkers fought back against a police raid at the Stonewall Inn, one of the most popular gay bars in the city. The protest that stretched over six days sparked a global movement for love, equality, and acceptance. Our senior living communities are committed to inclusion, compassion, and respect for all. Happy Pride! 🏳‍🌈

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads, grandfathers, and father figures in our community! Thank you for always supporting, encouraging, and showing up for us. We are forever grateful for the lessons you've shared and the memories created. Today we celebrate you! ❤️

06/19/2026

Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, but it has a far greater, 160-year historical legacy as an annual celebration. Also known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth commemorates the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to ensure that all enslaved people be freed, over two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Today's holiday is rooted in African American history and community traditions, and provides an opportunity and understanding for the ongoing fight for human rights and equality. Interested in learning more? Please explore the resources below provided by the National Museum of African American History & Culture, a Smithsonian Institution museum.

🖱️ NMAAHC: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth
📺 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfwhFF95Ois

📖 Reading List: https://nmaahc.si.edu/visit/museum-store/juneteenth-reading-list

Juneteenth is a time to gather as a family, reflect on the past and look to the future. Discover ways to celebrate this African American cultural tradition of music, food and freedom.

06/07/2026

We had a roaring time at our Dino Day rooftop social! Incredible views, great company, and absolutely zero meteors in sight. 🦕🦖