The Merion
Listing last updated
- Care type
- Independent Living
- Room types
- 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, Studio
- Resident rating
- 4.0 of 5 (8 reviews)
- Amenities listed
- 30
About The Merion
The Merion is an independent senior living community in downtown Evanston, housed in a renovated early-20th-century building at the corner of Chicago and Davis. Apartments include stainless steel appliances, maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and a choice of walk-in showers or tubs. Residents bring their own furnishings and décor.
The community operates three dining venues: a main dining room, a casual bistro, and in-room service. Menus accommodate various diets including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The kitchen sources ingredients from local suppliers and prepares made-to-order meals.
The Merion partners with Accurate Care Home Health Services and Accurate Private Care to offer on-site health services. Residents receive annual wellness evaluations and periodic health checks through the Wellness Center at no additional charge. Medicare and third-party insurance are accepted, and additional care services are available at additional cost. On-site amenities include a library and yoga classes. The location provides access to downtown Evanston, Lake Michigan beaches, and nearby parks.
It offers heritage woods, sunny acres senior living, silver creek lodge, golden years residence, maple grove senior living, oakwood terrace, cedar ridge retirement community, the haven at windermere, pine view estates, and brookside senior living. Residents have access to 30 listed amenities and services spanning business center, concierge services, dining options, event spaces, fitness center, parking facilities, pet-friendly services, security features, spa and wellness, and swimming pool. Across 8 resident and family reviews, it holds an average rating of 4.0 out of 5.
Living options
- Heritage Woods
- Sunny Acres Senior Living
- Silver Creek Lodge
- Golden Years Residence
- Maple Grove Senior Living
- Oakwood Terrace
- Cedar Ridge Retirement Community
- The Haven at Windermere
- Pine View Estates
- Brookside Senior Living
Pricing at The Merion
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Amenities & services
Business Center
- Meeting Rooms
- High-Speed Internet
- Printing Services
Concierge Services
- Travel Arrangements
- Restaurant Reservations
- Local Tours
Dining Options
- On-Site Restaurant
- Café
- Room Service
Event Spaces
- Ballroom
- Conference Rooms
- Outdoor Event Space
Fitness Center
- Cardio Equipment
- Free Weights
- Yoga Studio
Parking Facilities
- Valet Parking
- Self-Parking
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Pet-Friendly Services
- Pet Spa
- Dog Park
- Pet Sitting Services
Security Features
- 24-Hour Security
- Key Card Access
- Surveillance Cameras
Spa and Wellness
- Massage Services
- Sauna
- Facial Treatments
Swimming Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Lounge Chairs
- Poolside Bar
Location
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Reviews of The Merion
4.0 out of 5 · Based on 8 resident and family reviews
Rating breakdown
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- 10%
What families mention about The Merion
- Meals & dining2 mentions · 4.5
“The dining area was very nice, and the food looked very good.”
- 5.0- lighthiker91
It is not so far from medical facilities; if need be if he will use the service.
- 4.0- oceancar43
It\u2019s good for someone who is very independent.
- 5.0- southernswimmer96
The dining area was very nice, and the food looked very good.
- 4.0- greencar33
The dining area was fine.
- 4.0- seafox51
The new section was very modern, which I really liked, but it was a little bit more expensive.
- 3.0- joyousdiver25
They have a tendency to treat my aunt with intimidation when my family or myself isn't around but we are aware.
- 4.0- westernfriend83
I visited him frequently enough to see that the people that cared for him during his stay genuinely loved their jobs and cared about the residents they came incounter with daily.
- 3.0- faircar30
With regards to accommodations, because it was literally a hotel back then, they have many different sized rooms to choose from.
How The Merion compares nearby
Resident ratings and review volume for The Merion and nearby communities. Pricing is set per community; request a quote for an exact monthly cost.
| Community | Care type | Rating | Reviews | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The MerionThis page | Independent Living | 4.0 | 8 | Evanston, IL |
| Carrington At Lincolnwood | Independent Living | 5.0 | 1 | Lincolnwood, IL |
| The Breakers At Edgewater Beach | Independent Living | 4.6 | 35 | Chicago, IL |
| Homestead At Morton Grove | Independent Living | 5.0 | 2 | Morton Grove, IL |
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