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Truewood By Merrill, Port Charlotte

Truewood By Merrill, Port Charlotte is an assisted living community in Port Charlotte, FL.

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  • Interior

    A cozy room featuring a piano, table with chairs, a television, and artwork on the walls.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a plush bed and decorative pillows, featuring a floral quilt and a well-lit atmosphere.

  • Building

    A peaceful view of an apartment building with a bench surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

  • Architecture

    A sunny day view of an apartment building with a palm tree and landscaped garden.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a patterned bedspread, decorative pillows, and matching chairs.

  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, bedside lamp, dresser, and window.

  • Kitchen

    Cozy living area with a view into the kitchen and bathroom.

  • Artwork

    A well-lit waiting room with comfortable seating and decorative elements.

  • Floor Plan

    A simple floor plan of an apartment featuring a living area, bedroom, kitchenette, dining area, bathroom, closet, and screened porch.

  • Library

    A cozy library room with wooden bookshelves filled with books.

  • Palm Trees

    A modern apartment building with palm trees under a cloudy sky.

  • Hallway

    A well-lit office hallway adorned with framed photos and an American flag, leading to a meeting room.

  • Office

    A hallway in an office setting with framed pictures and a flag adorning the walls.

  • Salon

    A modern barbershop interior with two chairs facing large mirrors.

2500 Aaron Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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

4.4 from 139 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Truewood By Merrill, Port Charlotte Costs & Pricing

Truewood By Merrill in Port Charlotte offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to both Charlotte County and the broader state of Florida. For instance, a studio at Truewood is priced at $2,150 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $3,330 and the state average of $3,823. Similarly, their one-bedroom units are offered at $2,650, which stands in stark contrast to the county's average of $3,399 and Florida's average of $3,864. These rates not only reflect an attractive option for individuals seeking quality living arrangements but also highlight Truewood By Merrill as a cost-effective choice for those wanting to enjoy senior living without compromising on affordability.

Floor plansTruewood By Merrill, Port CharlotteCharlotte CountyFlorida
Studio$2,150$3,330$3,823
1 Bedroom$2,650$3,399$3,864

Overall Review of Truewood By Merrill, Port Charlotte

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Memory care support stands out

Residents and families describe dementia care as trained, attentive, and hands-on.

Several reviews mention the memory care unit and describe staff as especially helpful during visits. Families also talk about dementia-focused sessions and tours that helped them understand what to expect. The community also offers specialized memory care programming and dementia-related waivers, aligning with those resident-focused observations.

common 10 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Multiple residents are kept busy with frequent, scheduled activities and outings.

Reviewers repeatedly say there are many activities throughout the day, including planned outings and social events. Some also describe how staff encourage residents to leave their rooms for meals and participate in group programming. The community lists a full calendar approach, along with day trips, fitness programs, and resident-run or community-sponsored activities.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Dining reviews range from top-notch to needing improvement, especially on taste.

Some families describe meals as delicious, top notch, and offering many choices, including a restaurant-style dining experience. Others report issues like food being not good, lacking variety, being too salty, or declining over time. The community does provide restaurant-style dining and multiple diet options, but residents’ day-to-day satisfaction still varies in the reviews.

  • A simple floor plan of an apartment featuring a living area, bedroom, kitchenette, dining area, bathroom, closet, and screened porch.
common 24 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness is a key draw

Across reviews, families frequently credit staff with kindness, helpfulness, and follow-through.

Many reviews describe staff as friendly, caring, and professional, and several specifically thank named team members for making transitions smoother. Families also mention being kept updated and supported with day-to-day needs and coordination. This matches the care support the community offers, including assistance with activities of daily living and medication management.

common 2 reviews mention this

Location near care and shopping

Residents and families mention convenience to hospitals and nearby services.

A couple of reviewers call out central Port Charlotte access, including proximity to hospitals and doctors. Nearby place details also show multiple physician offices and hospitals within a short drive. Together, this supports the idea that getting to medical appointments and other errands is straightforward.

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Features

Housing

  • 125 resident community capacity 125 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

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
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • 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

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Port Charlotte, Florida is a convenient and accessible location for senior living. With several physicians and medical facilities within close proximity, residents have easy access to healthcare services. Additionally, there are pharmacies nearby for all medication needs. The presence of Fawcett Memorial Hospital and Bayfront Health Port Charlotte ensures that emergency medical care is readily available. For leisure and recreation, there are parks like McGuire Park and Higgs Park nearby, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Restaurants like McDonald's and Wendy's provide convenient dining options, while places of worship such as New Day Christian Church cater to spiritual needs. Overall, this area offers a comfortable and well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a peaceful yet vibrant community in which to reside.

Physicians

  • Gulf Coast Anesthesia (0.1 miles)
  • Community Eye Center (0.1 miles)
  • Aneley Hundae Port (0.2 miles)
  • Eugene Gregush, M.D., FACOG, FACS (0.2 miles)
  • Medical Pavillion Walk-in (0.2 miles)
  • Donald C Fletcher MD (0.2 miles)
  • Premier Medical Group (0.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Winn-Dixie (0.2 miles)
  • Harborview Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • WM Neigh. Market Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Fawcett Memorial Hospital (0.2 miles)
  • Bayfront Health Port Charlotte (0.2 miles)
  • Tele Care (0.2 miles)
  • Maternal Child Center (0.3 miles)
  • Murdock Ambulatory Surgery Center (3.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.3 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.3 miles)
  • Sam's Subs (0.4 miles)
  • Los Mariachi Bar & GRI (0.7 miles)
  • Paddy Wagon Irish Pub (1 miles)
  • Luigi's (1.2 miles)
  • Bob Evans (1.3 miles)

Parks

  • McGuire Park (0.6 miles)
  • Higgs Park (1.1 miles)
  • Port Charlotte Beach Park (1.9 miles)
  • Bayshore Live Oak Park (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Day Christian Church (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2.6 miles)
  • Metro Diner (2.9 miles)

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