Talk to an advisor (866) 208-4318

Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton

Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton is an assisted living and memory care community in Bradenton, FL.

Information last verified:

Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton

Save

3409 26th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205

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

3.9 from 65 reviews
5 stars
32
4 stars
16
3 stars
4
2 stars
3
1 stars
10

Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton Costs & Pricing

Truewood By Merrill in Bradenton offers competitively priced living options when compared to the broader market in Manatee County and the state of Florida. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $2,250 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $3,737 and the state average of $3,823. Similarly, the one-bedroom units at Truewood are priced at $3,375, which is also more affordable than both the local county rate of $3,753 and the state rate of $3,864. This positions Truewood as an attractive choice for those seeking quality senior living while enjoying substantial savings compared to surrounding areas.

Floor plansTruewood By Merrill, BradentonManatee CountyFlorida
Studio$2,250$3,737$3,823
1 Bedroom$3,375$3,753$3,864

Overall Review of Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton

common 9 reviews mention this

Food quality is a mixed bag

Dining is repeatedly mentioned, with strong praise and some kitchen-related drawbacks.

Several residents and families describe the meals favorably, including enjoying breakfast and three meals a day, and praising the quality of the food. Multiple reviews also mention the community is working on kitchen updates, which has affected menu options and dining style for a period. A few accounts point to food issues during construction, including paper plates and limited menu choices. One reviewer also highlights that dining staff and aides were the positive part of their experience.

common 6 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and visitors mention a steady schedule of activities and group get-togethers.

Reviews frequently point to activities as a reason residents stay engaged, from group events and outings to exercise and social programs. Several families describe their loved ones joining activities and enjoying the community’s activity options. A couple of accounts also mention practical details, such as the activities director being busy, which still comes up in the context of the program being active. Overall, the activity calendar is a consistent theme across positive experiences.

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Good value comes up often

Families repeatedly describe the cost as a good deal for what they receive.

More than one reviewer frames Truewood By Merrill as a better value compared with other options they considered. Families mention choosing the community for affordability or calling out that it feels like a good deal for the level of support provided. This lines up with the listing’s pricing positions, which place the available monthly ranges well below county and state benchmarks for studio and 1-bedroom units.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Communication and call response varies

Some residents and families report difficulty getting timely help and answers.

A recurring concern is that it can be hard to reach the right person or get responses when care is needed. Several reviews describe having to follow up repeatedly, waiting long periods after requesting help, or needing to keep reminders going for medication and assistance. Other comments also raise communication gaps, like unclear responsibility for questions or voicemails not being returned promptly. While some reviews describe staff as attentive, these accounts point to inconsistent responsiveness for specific needs.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Memory care safety concerns appear

A couple of reviews raise serious concerns in memory care.

Two reviews specifically describe problems tied to memory care, including elopement and insufficient cleanliness or personal care. One account alleges wandering and highlights a lack of awareness until it was reported, while another describes dementia-related care concerns such as not keeping the person clean and medications not being given as expected. These criticisms are severe, even though many other reviews are positive about care quality and staff interaction.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 142 resident community capacity 142 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Sarasota Bradenton International (5 miles away) Sarasota Bradenton International (5 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

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

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Bradenton Hometown Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cracker Barrel (0.6 miles)
  • Tijuana Flats (0.6 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1 miles)
  • Cody's Original Roadhouse (1.1 miles)
  • Mr Tequila Restaurant (1.3 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (1.5 miles)
  • Jeremiah's Italian Ice (1.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Armand's Hearing Center (0.9 miles)
  • Giangreco, Scarano & Taylor Pediatrics (1 miles)
  • Giraffic Park Therapy Center (1 miles)
  • Manatee Cardiac Rehabilitation Center (1 miles)
  • Suguna R. Kona (1.3 miles)
  • West Manatee Health Center (1.8 miles)
  • Stoutamyer Stratos Schroeder Whaley Rizzo & Associates Md's Pa's (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Metro Diner (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Oakmont (1.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • West Bradenton Baptist Church (1.6 miles)

Parks

  • GT Bray Park (1.9 miles)
  • Bradenton Riverwalk (2.4 miles)
  • Ringling Bayfront Park (6.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (2.2 miles)
  • H2u (2.4 miles)
  • Family Birthplace (2.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Concourse B (5.9 miles)
  • TSA Pre-Check (5.9 miles)
  • Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) (6 miles)
  • Baggage Claim (6 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live at Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton in Bradenton, FL?
Where is Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton?
Does Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton provide care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease?
What photos are available for Truewood By Merrill, Bradenton in Bradenton, Florida?

Nearby Communities

  • Water's Edge of Bradenton

    Water's Edge of Bradenton

    Bradenton, FL

    4.2 from 111 reviews
    $3,850 to $5,850 / month

    pro Caring staff, clean and safe environment with engaging activities and a strong sense of community.

  • National Church Residences Of Bradenton FL

    National Church Residences Of Bradenton FL

    Bradenton, FL

    4.4 from 97 reviews
     

    pro Respite care with 24/7 supervision, restaurant-style dining, and engaging activities.

  • Serenity Gardens Of Bradenton

    Serenity Gardens Of Bradenton

    Bradenton, FL

    5 from 12 reviews
     

    pro Small, homelike board-and-care with 24/7 supervision and diabetes-friendly meals.

  • Serenity Gardens of Bradenton, LLC

    Serenity Gardens of Bradenton, LLC

    Bradenton, FL

    4.9 from 17 reviews
    $2,600 to $3,300 / month

    pro Compassionate, experienced dementia care with a family-like environment.

  • Baycare Home Care

    Baycare Home Care

    Bradenton, FL

    2.1 from 7 reviews
     

    pro Vibrant, well-connected location with extensive nearby healthcare, dining, and recreation.

  • Comfort Keepers of Bradenton

    Comfort Keepers of Bradenton

    Bradenton, FL

    5 from 5 reviews
     

    pro Excellent access to healthcare, dining, parks, and culture.

  • Westminster Manor of Bradenton

    Westminster Manor of Bradenton

    Bradenton, FL

    4.2 from 50 reviews
    $1,122 to $2,350 / month

    pro Compassionate, attentive staff; clean, well-maintained spaces; a variety of living options and engaging activities.

  • Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

    Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

    Bradenton, FL

    4 from 85 reviews
    $2,595 to $3,490 / month

    pro Friendly, attentive staff in a welcoming, home-like setting with spacious rooms.

  • Westminster Point Pleasant

    Westminster Point Pleasant

    Bradenton, FL

    4.4 from 60 reviews
    $2,144 to $2,556 / month

    pro Caring staff (especially in memory care) with strong physical therapy; a well-maintained facility with pleasant water views.

Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Related Resources

  • va nursing homeComprehensive Guide to VA Nursing Homes: A Crucial Long-Term Care Resource for Veterans

    VA nursing homes, or Community Living Centers (CLCs), offer tailored long-term care for veterans, featuring medical attention and rehabilitation in a supportive environment. The guide covers facility types, eligibility criteria, financial assistance options, quality of care standards, and alternatives to full-time nursing home placement.

  • in home dementia care costsEstimating the Expenses of At-Home Dementia Care: A Detailed Exploration

    At-home dementia care expenses vary widely based on care levels, location, and caregiver expertise, with monthly costs for home health aides exceeding $4,500 and specialized care potentially surpassing $100,000 annually. While families favor in-home care for its comfort and personalized attention, they must consider financial planning and the challenges of caregiver fatigue.

  • end stage dementiaComprehensive Insights on the Late Stages of Dementia: What to Expect and How to Provide Care

    The article discusses the late stages of dementia, detailing the progression from mild to severe impairment and highlighting key characteristics such as profound cognitive decline and dependency in daily activities. It emphasizes care strategies focused on comfort and dignity, the importance of advance directives, and the emotional support needed for family caregivers facing this challenging journey.

Call a senior care advisor
By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.