Part of the Merrill Gardens family of communities, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is an assisted living and memory care community in Hoover, Alabama. Eric Sharp serves as the administrator. The community is in Jefferson County, about 3 miles from downtown Hoover.
The three-story community has 101 beds. It offers studio and one-bedroom apartments ranging from about 250 to 675 square feet. Residents are welcome to bring their pets, helping make the community feel more like home.
Staff is available around the clock. There are 24-hour concierge services and on-site registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. Assisted living residents get help with activities of daily living and medication management. Memory care residents enjoy an accessible layout and 24-hour emergency response.
Chef-prepared meals are served daily, and residents can enjoy gardens, walking paths, and a courtyard. A full calendar of fitness classes and social activities is available. Amenities on-site include a billiards room, computer centre, games room, movie theatre, and beauty salon. Transportation services are also provided for appointments and outings.
The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 57, which means it is somewhat walkable. Within walking distance are a few shops and services, but most errands and outings will require a short drive.
A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
101Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is administered by Eric Sharp.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 250 / 300 / 350 / 450 / 675 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Hoover's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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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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| Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase | AL MC | Hoover | 101 | Yes | 57 | Studio / 1 Bed | Eric Sharp |
| The Crossings at Riverchase | AL CCRC( IL MC | Hoover (Riverchase Business) | 80 | Yes | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Josh Hullett |
| The Bungalows at Riverchase | AL RC | Hoover (Riverchase Business) | 38 | Yes | 17 | Studio / 1 Bed | Danielle Moore |
| Rittenhouse Village At Hoover | AL MC RC | Vestavia (Vestavia Hills) | - | No | 46 | 1 Bed | - |
| Monark Grove at Greystone Apartments | AL IL MC RC | Farley Hoover | - | No | 33 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
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Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is located in Hoover, Alabama.
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Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase has a walk score of 57. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Yes, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase allows residents to bring their pets.
Eric Sharp is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase.
Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase has 101 beds.
Pricing at Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase starts at $2,600 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
Yes — there are 8 photos of Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase in the photo gallery on this page.
Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is located at 1851 Data Dr, Hoover, AL 35244.
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