Merrill Gardens At Greenville

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90 Payne Street, Greenville, SC 29601

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.9 from 43 reviews

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Dining and food stand out

Food and dining service get consistently strong praise from residents and families.

Multiple reviews highlight how residents enjoy the meals, with several calling out specific items like brownies, breakfast, soup, and sandwich service. Others mention the dining room experience and staff who serve with patience and care, including help during meals when using a walker. One review even describes food delivery at the table, reinforcing how dining is part of the day-to-day experience rather than an afterthought. Between the variety of meal mentions and the repeated attention to service, dining comes through as a defining strength.

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Front desk and concierge help

Front desk and concierge staff are described as welcoming and quick to assist.

Residents and visitors repeatedly mention the front desk and concierge team as the first point of contact and a major reason day-to-day feels smooth. Several specifically call out staff by name for being friendly, helpful with practical tasks, and supportive during transitions. Reviews also describe concierge attention during visits and meals, including assistance with mobility needs. Across these mentions, responsiveness and warmth show up often in everyday interactions.

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Facility is kept clean

Keeping the building clean and well maintained is a recurring positive.

Reviews describe the community as super clean and consistently well kept, from hallways to apartments. Housekeeping is specifically credited for maintaining a spotless apartment and supporting a fresh, tidy feel. A nighttime concierge is also mentioned for keeping the building spotless, reinforcing that cleanliness is maintained beyond standard office hours. Overall, cleanliness comes up often alongside staff responsiveness.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe an active schedule with plenty to join.

Several reviews mention a robust calendar of activities and an easy way to get involved. Families also describe the community as upbeat and inclusive, with opportunities to meet others and spend time together. One review emphasizes the number of activities available, while another notes that activities provided by the team are fun. Taken together, the feedback suggests residents have regular options for social time and engagement.

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Walkable downtown access

Residents value the community’s convenient downtown access.

Some reviews focus on being near downtown Greenville, including mentions of walking access to Main Street dining and outings. One review also calls out nearby downtown attractions and outdoor options, framing the location as part of the lifestyle. Another review highlights the convenience of a short walk to the main downtown area, while still pairing it with an enjoyable environment for outdoor time. Overall, proximity to everyday destinations is a recurring reason people feel good about the move.

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Features

Housing

137 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Family private dining rooms
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor patio
Outdoor space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Greenville-Spartanburg (11 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

Mac's Speed Shop (0.2 miles)
The Whale GVL (0.3 miles)
UP on the Roof (0.4 miles)
Blueberry Frog (0.4 miles)
Jianna (0.4 miles)
Halls Chophouse Greenville (0.4 miles)
The Eighth State Brewing Company (0.6 miles)

Physicians

New Horizon Family Health Services (0.5 miles)
Greenville Free Medical Clinic (0.6 miles)
New Horizon Family Health Services: Administrative Services Office (0.6 miles)
Professional Healthcare Services (0.6 miles)
Greenville Dermatology (0.8 miles)
Greenville County Medical Society (0.9 miles)
Oakwood Orthopedic (1.6 miles)

Cafes

Green Fetish (0.8 miles)
Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery (1.8 miles)
Grateful Brew (2.5 miles)
Starbucks (3.1 miles)

Hospitals

St Francis Health System, Rehab Services (0.8 miles)
Prisma Health Marshall I. Pickens Hospital (1.8 miles)
Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital (1.9 miles)
Greenville Memorial Hospital (1.9 miles)
Greenville Memorial Hospital Labor and Delivery (1.9 miles)
ENT second Floor (2 miles)
Greenville Hospital System Peds Obesity (2.5 miles)

Parks

Cleveland Park (1.2 miles)
North Main Rotary Park (1.6 miles)

Places of Worship

Earle Street Baptist Church (1.3 miles)
The Church at Cherrydale (3.3 miles)
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (4.2 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Revco D.S. (1.5 miles)
Parker Road Drug Store (1.5 miles)
Epic Pharmacies (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
Ingles Market (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Theaters

Regal Cherrydale (2.9 miles)

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