Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center

Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Port Charlotte, FL

18400 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 View map

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Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center accepts Medicaid.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is a senior living community in Port Charlotte, Florida, offering a range of 24-hour services tailored to help residents stay comfortable and feel safe. The community is located in a coastal town with a warm Floridian climate year-round, providing a rejuvenating lifestyle with a variety of on-site amenities and activities.

The community’s dining program, accredited by the American Culinary Federation and coordinated by highly trained chefs, offers residents a restaurant-style dining experience in the community dining room. Accommodations include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, equipped with individually controlled thermostats, emergency call systems, and kitchenettes for assisted living residences. Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center provides a supportive senior living environment that promotes independence and vitality. The community offers a variety of on-site medical services, including dental, podiatry, and optometry, as well as assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility. Residents can also enjoy a range of recreational and educational activities, including arts and crafts, literary programs, and horticultural activities, as well as transportation services and a beautiful garden.

(941) 548-7945

Types of Care at Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

114-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 46 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusIn Review

IssuanceFebruary 10, 2024

ExpirationFebruary 9, 2026

CountyCharlotte

License Number9249

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is legally operated by Mg Port Charlotte Ii Subtenant Llc, and administrated by Jennifer Kennamer.

Management CompanyMERRILL GARDENS L.L.C.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

114 units

Total beds

114 units

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 63 citations 54 inspections 3 fines $2.8K fined

Inspection Score

Near the Florida average for nursing homes.

Florida nursing homes benchmark: C+ 77/100

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Fines Total number of fines issued.
3
vs 5 avg
↓ 40% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$2.8k
vs $11.6k
↓ 76% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 14 years (since 2012).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2012 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection July 30, 2025 Complaint

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	63	33	This facility has 91% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (63 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 91% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2012.	4.5	2.4	This facility has 88% more citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (4.5 vs. FL avg 2.4).↑ 88% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.2	1.3	This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	54	26	This facility has 108% more total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (54 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 108% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	39	16	This facility has 144% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (39 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 144% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	72%	62%	This facility has 10 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (72% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 10% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

TRUEWOOD BY MERRILL, CHARLOTTE CENTER was inspected on 2025-07-30, with no deficiencies cited in its latest report. Over a period of 53 inspections from 2012-07-05 to 2025-07-30, the facility had a total of 62 line-item deficiencies identified across various inspection types, including complaints and standard checks. Common themes in these inspections included building maintenance, records management, resident care, dietary services, and emergency preparedness. The facility has demonstrated improvement over time, with corrections made to address previously cited deficiencies, ultimately resulting in the current status of no reported issues.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

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77.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Port Charlotte's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.82 miles to nearest hospital (Publix Pharmacy at Quesada Commons)

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Who is the owner of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center?

The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is Mg Port Charlotte Ii Subtenant Llc.

Is Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center?

According to FL state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center's license number is 9249.

When does Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center's license expires on February 9, 2026.

Does Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center?

Jennifer Kennamer is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center.

How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center have?

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center has 114 beds.

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