Truewood by Merrill, Keller
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Texas, TX

Truewood by Merrill, Keller

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Texas, TX

Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Keller

Nestled in the beautiful town of Keller, Texas, Truewood by Merrill, Keller offers a warm and inviting lodge-style senior living community with resort-style accommodations and exceptional, innovative care. The community is specifically designed to fit the needs and desires of its residents.

Truewood by Merrill, Keller features 77 apartments with options ranging from assisted living to memory care. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans, from cozy Lodge Suites to stunning Deluxe Suites, to find the perfect fit for their needs. The community provides a diverse range of amenities aimed at helping residents choose how they want to spend their days, promoting an active and fulfilling lifestyle. With outstanding services and impeccable amenities, Truewood by Merrill, Keller is committed to creating a specially designed environment that caters to the unique requirements of its residents. The community’s warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with its exceptional and innovative care, makes it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a resort-style senior living experience in the Keller area.

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Types of Care at Truewood by Merrill, Keller

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #420 / 992Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 420th out of 992 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
12 years in operation Rank #360 / 581Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 360th out of 581 homes in Texas. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 70 / 100 Rank #138 / 1393Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 1393 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationOctober 2, 2026
CountyTarrant
License Number308217
Year Opened8/22/2013

Ownership & Operating Entity

Truewood by Merrill, Keller is legally operated by Merrill Gardens L.l.c., and administrated by Cheryl Metzger.

Management CompanyNA
OwnerMERRILL GARDENS LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
26 units
Total beds
90 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Administrator Email[email protected]

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

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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 Info 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.

Overall vs. TX average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (100% above)
• Life safety citations (83% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)

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

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 126 This facility has 100% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (12 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 100% worse
Health citations Info Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 12 This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 116 This facility has 83% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (11 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 83% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 21 This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse

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

Truewood by Merrill, Keller underwent a comprehensive inspection on March 29, 2022, resulting in 12 state standard violations. The majority of these deficiencies fell under the Life Safety Code, with issues related to fire safety and building maintenance being prominent concerns. Specifically, the facility was cited for failing to test and maintain an emergency generator, ensure proper electrical system compliance, provide adequate illumination levels, inspect and maintain smoke detectors and fire sprinkler systems, and meet stairway egress requirements. Additionally, there were deficiencies in emergency preparedness planning, risk assessment documentation, and locking device installation. No Health Code violations were listed during this inspection. The facility had a correction period ranging from April 14 to May 12, 2022, to address these issues. No enforcement actions were found.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 378 / 425 / 434 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Truewood by Merrill, Keller

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Keller's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Keller's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.29 miles to nearest hospital (Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Truewood by Merrill, Keller is located in Keller, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

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

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

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

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX 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).
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Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

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

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

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

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX 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
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High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

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

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

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

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Truewood by Merrill, Keller

What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, Keller in?

Truewood by Merrill, Keller is in the 200 neighborhood of Keller.

Who is the owner of Truewood by Merrill, Keller?

The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Keller is Merrill Gardens L.l.c..

Is Truewood by Merrill, Keller in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Keller has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Truewood by Merrill, Keller?

According to TX state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Keller's license number is 308217.

When does Truewood by Merrill, Keller's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Truewood by Merrill, Keller's license expires on October 2, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Keller?

Cheryl Metzger is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Keller.

How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, Keller have?

Truewood by Merrill, Keller has 90 beds.

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