Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Taylorsville, UT

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Taylorsville, UT

Overview of Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville prides themselves on having a comfortable environment where residents can do as they please and enjoy the experience at the community. Truewood promotes a kind of service that is flexible to the needs of any residents. The independent living, assisted living, and memory care community boasts of being an “attainable resident-and-family-centered” community where it essentially is friendly to the affordability and practicality of what the families need. Just as any Truewood by Merrill senior living home, independence is promoted by every living option; Truewood boasts a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy given by the residents.

Truewood service caters the essential amenities and services available to residents such as the housekeeping and transportation services, dining areas and lounge areas, and a courtyard– to name a few of what they offer. Their private apartments are well maintained and kept by their housekeeping and linen service. Community amenities include shared courtyards, outdoor parkways, and recreational areas that encourage an engagement among seniors.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 62 / 100 Rank #89 / 266Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 266 homes we track in Utah for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Utah facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Utah that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency call buttons in all units.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Call System
Library
Dining

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 192 / 228 / 432 sq.ft

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Taylorsville's city center to Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.25 miles to nearest hospital (CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospital - West Valley)

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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. 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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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.
The Ridge Cottonwood
AL
MC
Holladay (International Gardens)
138
Facility 138
UT AVG 81
Rank #20 / 189
Yes
22
Facility 22
UT AVG 49
Rank #221 / 266
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
UT AVG 20
Rank #119 / 194
A51
2
Facility 2
UT AVG 14
Rank #101 / 135
0.4
Facility 0.4
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #98 / 132
Tradition Assisted Living
AL
West Valley City
72
Facility 72
UT AVG 81
Rank #103 / 189
Yes
67
Facility 67
UT AVG 49
Rank #70 / 266
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
UT AVG 20
Rank #116 / 194
-40
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 14
Rank #1 / 135
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #1 / 132
Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville
AL
IL
S Taylorsville-Yes
62
Facility 62
UT AVG 49
Rank #89 / 266
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West Side Center – Special Needs Long Term Care Facility
AL
West Valley City-No
38
Facility 38
UT AVG 49
Rank #180 / 266
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Utah

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville is located in S Taylorsville, Utah.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Utah.

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Aging Waiver

UT Medicaid Aging Waiver

Age 65+
General Utah 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).
UT

Rural challenges; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Utah Alternatives Program

UT Alternatives

Age 60+
General Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
UT

Limited funding; rural focus.

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

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Utah OAA Services

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

12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Utah Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General UT 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).
UT

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah HEAT Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General UT resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

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

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

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

Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General UT 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
UT

Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.

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

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs

Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral)
General UT resident 10+ months/year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) ~$40,000/year (household, abatement); no limit for deferral.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value < ~$500,000 typical.
UT

Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).

Benefits
Tax relief (~$500-$1,200/year) or deferral (postpones payment)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Utah SFMNP

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

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville

Is Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville?

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

Are there photos of Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville?

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What is the address of Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville?

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville is located at 2011 W 4700 S, Taylorsville, UT 84129.

What is the phone number of Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville?

(801) 262-5959 will put you in contact with the team at Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville.

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