Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights
Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights is a memory care and assisted living community located at 7235 Union Park Ave in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. The 3-story building sits in a very walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 73), where most errands and essentials are within comfortable reach on foot, making it convenient for residents and visiting family alike.
The community offers flexibility in housing with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 225 to 650 square feet, allowing residents to choose an environment that suits their personal needs and preferences. Pets are welcome, which can be particularly meaningful for residents with longtime companions.
Truewood by Merrill provides homemaker services at approximately 4 hours per week and offers respite care for up to 10 days per year, along with access to legal aid. For those managing care needs, the community accepts Medicare through the Medicare Savings Program and Medicaid through the Utah Aging Waiver, giving families multiple pathways to fund care. The community also features transportation services and fitness and recreation programs to support an active lifestyle.
The walkable location, coupled with housing flexibility and dedicated support services, makes this an appealing option for individuals and families seeking memory care or assisted living in an accessible, pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. An in-person tour will give you a real sense of the community’s daily rhythms, staff interactions, and how well the home might serve your loved one’s needs.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 225 / 310 / 390 / 440 - 650 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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2.0 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the UT Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Sunrise of Sandy | AL MC | Sandy | 116
Facility
116
UT AVG
81
Rank
#45 / 189 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
UT AVG
49
Rank
#156 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#94 / 194 | A+ | 5 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
UT AVG
14
Rank
#6 / 121 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#9 / 121 |
| Legacy House of Taylorsville | AL MC NH RC | Taylorsville | 105
Facility
105
UT AVG
81
Rank
#54 / 189 | No |
56
Facility
56
UT AVG
49
Rank
#115 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21
Facility
21
UT AVG
20
Rank
#89 / 194 | - | 4 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
UT AVG
14
Rank
#6 / 121 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#17 / 121 |
| Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | South Salt Lake | 78
Facility
78
UT AVG
81
Rank
#88 / 189 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
UT AVG
49
Rank
#23 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
UT AVG
20
Rank
#168 / 194 | A+ | 12 | 6 | 12
Facility
12
UT AVG
14
Rank
#88 / 121 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#59 / 121 |
| The Charleston at Cedar Hills | AL RC | Cedar Hills (Pleasant Grove) | 78
Facility
78
UT AVG
81
Rank
#88 / 189 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
UT AVG
49
Rank
#162 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#94 / 194 | - | 1 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
UT AVG
14
Rank
#51 / 121 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#78 / 121 |
| Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights | AL MC | Cottonwood Heights | - | Yes |
73
Facility
73
UT AVG
49
Rank
#37 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights is located in Cottonwood Heights, Utah.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights
Is Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights in a walkable area?
Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights?
Yes, Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights?
Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights is located at 7235 Union Park Ave, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84047.
What is the phone number of Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights?
(801) 568-9909 will put you in contact with the team at Truewood by Merrill, Cottonwood Heights.
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