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Truewood by Merrill, First Hill
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA
Exterior view of Merrill Gardens Senior Living Outdoor patio area with tables and umbrellas Common area with seating and natural light Cozy interior of a common area with bookshelves and seating

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA
1421 Minor Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Tailor-made for active seniors, Truewood by Merrill is an engaging senior living community that offers a variety of senior living options, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring 98 apartments, including studios, one, and two bedrooms, the community ensures a comfortable residence with access to a variety of amenities and convenient services. With a dedicated team available to provide assistance and care 24/ 7, residents are guaranteed to receive the support they need, when they need it.

Designed to give residents the independence to live their lives the way they want, the community offers various programs and activities based on residents’ interests, capabilities, and requests. With restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, on-site maintenance, and transportation services, residents enjoy convenience at its finest. Amenities include a library, salon, meeting spaces, living areas, a patio, and a beautiful courtyard.

Facility Direct Line (206) 701-5613
Facility Direct Line (206) 701-5613
Bed community size
75-bed community Rank #183 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 183rd out of 357 homes in Washington for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 99 / 100 Rank #1 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 626 homes in Washington for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
45%
Rank #264 / 284Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 264th out of 284 homes in Washington for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 284. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
34 / 75
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2420

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactConnor, Patrick (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

Fax(206) 622-0960

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Inspection History

In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 16 deficiencies

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

Since 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (48% below)
• Deficiencies per year (49% below)
Latest Inspection May 23, 2025 Annual Inspection

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

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1631 This facility has 48% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (16 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 48% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 5.310.3 This facility has 49% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (5.3 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 49% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on May 23, 2025, found no deficiencies in the facility.
  • The January 21, 2025 fire safety inspection cited 13 deficiencies, including combustible materials near sprinklers, unsecured compressed gas tanks, and missing inspection paperwork.
  • An August 22, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated failures to honor resident rights, improper discharge to a hotel, refusal to readmit, and lack of 30-day discharge notice.
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Housing Options: Private Apartment / Semi-Private Apartment / Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Truewood by Merrill, First Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill
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IL
MC
Seattle (Downtown Seattle)
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 81
Rank #183 / 357
Yes
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 626
Private Apartment / Semi-Private Apartment / Studio / 1 Bed 45.3% -4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 281
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #83 / 277
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #125 / 277
Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
AL
MC
Seattle (Hawthorne Hills)
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 81
Rank #193 / 357
Yes
78
Facility 78
WA AVG 51
Rank #90 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed 72.6% -5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #109 / 277
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #121 / 277
Quail Park Memory Care Residences of West Seattle
AL
MC
Seattle (Junction)
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 81
Rank #213 / 357
No
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 51
Rank #12 / 626
330 / 369 / 372 / 376 / 446 / 480 sq. ft 86.4% -7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #109 / 277
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #64 / 277
Mirabella Seattle
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MC
NH
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Seattle (South Lake Union)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 81
Rank #229 / 357
No
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed 46.0% A+6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 281
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #205 / 277
7.2
Facility 7.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #244 / 277
Aljoya Thornton Place
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IL
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 81
Rank #327 / 357
Yes
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 51
Rank #59 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 61.1% -3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #73 / 277
4.7
Facility 4.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #161 / 277
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill is located in Seattle, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington 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).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

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

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA 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).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

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

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA 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
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

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

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

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

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, First Hill in?

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill is in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood of Seattle.

Is Truewood by Merrill, First Hill in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Truewood by Merrill, First Hill?

According to WA state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, First Hill's license number is 2420.

When does Truewood by Merrill, First Hill's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, First Hill's license expires on February 28, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Truewood by Merrill, First Hill?

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill's occupancy is 45%.

Are pets allowed at Truewood by Merrill, First Hill?

Yes, Truewood by Merrill, First Hill allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, First Hill have?

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill has 75 beds.

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