Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is teaming up with the Kirkland Fire Department for a special 911 fundraiser.

Merrill Gardens will host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at Merrill Gardens. The Merrill Gardens Dining Services team will provide a full-course Italian dinner, with table service provided by local firefighters, paramedics & EMTs from the Kirkland Fire Department. Suggested donation is $10 per person, with all proceeds going to benefit the Kirkland Fire Fighter Benevolence Fund.

Call 425-828-2570 by Sept. 10 to reserve a table. Donations are being accepted in the Merrill Gardens at Kirkland lobby now through September 11.

About Merrill Gardens

Merrill Gardens at Kirkland offers seniors 62 and over a comprehensive retirement community with features that appeal to everyone’s lifestyle. With 115 apartments, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland provides a full range of services, including independent living and assisted living. Residents of the community enjoy Anytime Dining™ and benefit from the Active Living program with a fitness program suited to their needs.

For more information about Merrill Gardens at Kirkland, call 425-828-2570

Merrill Gardens is one of the top owner/operators of assisted living retirement communities in the country. The company consists of 53 communities in 8 states. The management and resources of the Seattle, Washington based company ensure high standards of service and a long-term commitment to quality, security, choice and privacy in all Merrill Gardens communities. The Better Business Bureau named Merrill Gardens the Business of the Year, and the Family Business Institute honored Merrill Gardens as the Family Business of the Year for 2007. Merrill Gardens received a Finalist Award in the 2006 American Business Awards in the Innovative Business Practices category.