Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Georgetown, TX

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Georgetown, TX

Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is a senior living community located in Georgetown, Texas, offering a beautiful blend of privacy and community to create a warm and familiar environment. The community provides assisted living and memory care options, catering to residents’ varying needs throughout their life’s journey. Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown offers 80 apartments with services ranging from assisted living to memory care. The community is designed to help residents live a vibrant life by connecting with the people and community around them. The assisted living program provides the right level of support for daily tasks, while the memory care program, inspired by the Montessori approach, creates an atmosphere where residents can continue to enjoy life one moment at a time.

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown has been recognized by Argentum with the “2023 Best of the Best Award” for its exceptional amenities and services. Residents can enjoy a variety of community amenities, including multiple dining areas, community rooms, outdoor patios, and a library, all aimed at helping them choose the way they want to spend their days and live a full and happy life.

(512) 521-3347
Bed community size
156-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
12 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationOctober 2, 2026
CountyWilliamson
License Number308282
Year Opened8/21/2013

Ownership & Operating Entity

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is legally operated by Merrill Gardens L.l.c., and administrated by Carissa Fawley.

Management CompanyNA
OwnerMERRILL GARDENS LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
42 units
Total beds
156 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Administrator Email[email protected]

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 310 - 315 / 330 / 460 / 420 - 500 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Inspection History

In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.

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

Overall vs. TX average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (17% above)
• Life safety citations (17% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 76 This facility has 17% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 76 This facility has 17% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 11 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg

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

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown underwent a comprehensive inspection on December 13, 2022, resulting in 7 state standard violations. All of these deficiencies were classified under Life Safety Code, with no Health Code violations listed. The majority of the issues fell under fire safety and building maintenance themes, including failure to ensure compliance with Chapter 18 of the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101, and lack of required documentation for fire alarm systems. Additionally, the facility was cited for not providing exit signs with emergency power and a sprinkler system meeting NFPA 13 standards. Correction dates were reported from October 1, 2019 to October 24, 2019. No enforcement actions were found in relation to these violations.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Texas

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is located in Georgetown, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
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High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
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High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
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$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown

What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown in?

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is in the Sun City Texas neighborhood of Georgetown.

Who is the owner of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown?

The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is Merrill Gardens L.l.c..

Is Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown?

According to TX state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown's license number is 308282.

When does Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown's license expires on October 2, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown?

Carissa Fawley is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown.

How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown have?

Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown has 156 beds.

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