Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown
Operated by Merrill Gardens LLC, Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is a 156-bed assisted living and memory care community in the Sun City, Texas neighborhood of Georgetown. Carissa Fawley serves as the administrator. The two-story community has studio and one-bedroom residences. It has been serving residents for 12 years.
The memory care program follows a Montessori-inspired approach that creates a familiar daily routine instead of a rigid schedule. The community includes 42 dedicated memory care units and holds an Alzheimer’s certification. Residents can transition between assisted living and memory care without moving to another community if their care needs change.
Residents have access to multiple dining areas, community rooms, outdoor patios, and a library. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are also available. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal. Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown received Argentum’s 2023 Best of the Best Award for its amenities and services.
The area has a Walk Score of 8 out of 100, so most errands and outings require a car. Families may want to consider this when planning visits or deciding whether a resident should keep a vehicle.
State inspections focused mainly on life safety systems, including fire alarm maintenance and testing, smoke detector inspections, sprinkler system compliance, and having a written fire alarm maintenance contract. Previous problems in these areas had been addressed prior to the community’s most recent inspection on record.
Community insights.
About this community
Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is legally operated by Merrill Gardens L.l.c., and administered by Carissa Fawley.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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
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.
• Life safety citations (17% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Total citations (at TX avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
| 8 | 8 | This facility has total citations in line with the Texas average (8 vs. TX avg 8).— At avg |
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Health citations
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Life safety citations
| 7 | 6 | This facility has 17% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Inspections with citations
| 2 | 1 | This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 310 - 315 / 330 / 460 / 420 - 500 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown
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6.0 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), 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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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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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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown | AL MC | Georgetown (Sun City Texas) | 156
Facility
156
TX AVG
78
Rank
#49 / 980 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,259 / 1,345 | 12
Facility
12
TX AVG
21
Rank
#357 / 587 | - | Merrill Gardens L.l.c | 8
Facility
8
TX AVG
6
Rank
#564 / 839 | 1 | 7 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Wesleyan at Estrella | AL IL MC | Georgetown | 104
Facility
104
TX AVG
78
Rank
#328 / 980 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,094 / 1,345 | 15
Facility
15
TX AVG
21
Rank
#295 / 587 | - | Wesleyan Homes, Inc | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | - | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Delaney at Georgetown Village | AL IL MC | Georgetown | 97
Facility
97
TX AVG
78
Rank
#362 / 980 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,259 / 1,345 | 9
Facility
9
TX AVG
21
Rank
#432 / 587 | A+ | Lcs Georgetown Propco LLC | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#293 / 839 | - | 4 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Oscar at Georgetown | AL IL MC | Georgetown (The Enclave) | 58
Facility
58
TX AVG
78
Rank
#608 / 980 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
TX AVG
42
Rank
#832 / 1,345 | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
21
Rank
#580 / 587 | - | Abbey-Georgetown Alf, LLC | 0
Facility
0
TX AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 839 | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Georgetown | AL MC | Georgetown | 54
Facility
54
TX AVG
78
Rank
#640 / 980 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,274 / 1,345 | 48
Facility
48
TX AVG
21
Rank
#47 / 587 | A+ | Febc-Alt Holdings, Inc | 0
Facility
0
TX AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 839 | 1 | - | Suite |
Financial Assistance for
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Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is located in Georgetown, Texas.
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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?
Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown is legally operated by Merrill Gardens L.l.c., and administered by Carissa Fawley.
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.
How long has Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown been in business?
Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown?
Yes, Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown allows residents to bring their pets.
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