Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale

Enjoy the scenic views of E Desert Cove Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ, with the distinguished senior living community of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features a wide range of cozy and sophisticated studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for seniors to have a relaxing and safe retirement. Enjoy every moment of your best years with top-tier care and support from a kind and well-trained team available around the clock.

Learn something new and lead a meaningful life with the bright and friendly community of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale. Focusing on residents’ interests and strengths, the community orchestrates enjoyable activities and exciting programs. Anticipate mealtimes any time you prefer with well-balanced meals awaiting to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a haven for seniors to spend their golden years doing what they love with its fabulous amenities and luxurious campus.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #24 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 24th out of 534 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
70 / 100

About this community

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Sizes
280 sq. ft 398 sq. ft 451 sq. ft 705 sq. ft
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed

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Address 6.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.46 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Sunrise of Scottsdale
AL
MC
RC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
110
Facility 110
AZ AVG 47
Rank #83 / 448
Yes
73
Facility 73
AZ AVG 35
Rank #17 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 11
Rank #70 / 450
-Erik G Thompson7
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #185 / 432
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #115 / 432
Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte)
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 47
Rank #139 / 448
Yes
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 35
Rank #13 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 11
Rank #81 / 450
-Dawn R Larrarte2
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 432
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #228 / 432
The Springs of Scottsdale
AL
IL
Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 47
Rank #145 / 448
No
63
Facility 63
AZ AVG 35
Rank #58 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 11
Rank #61 / 450
A+Terri L Stapleton4
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #79 / 432
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #83 / 432
Sunrise Care Homes Shea
AL
HOS
MC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
22
Facility 22
AZ AVG 35
Rank #357 / 534
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 11
Rank #369 / 450
-Elio Sarmiento2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale
AL
IL
MC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)-Yes
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 35
Rank #24 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona 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).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

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

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale

What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale in?

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale.

Is Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale?

Yes, Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale provide?

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.

What is the address of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale?

Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is located at 9185 E Desert Cove Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85260.

What is the phone number of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale?

(480) 657-9000 will put you in contact with the team at Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale.

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