Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase
Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is a family-centered, traditional senior living community in Hoover, Alabama, providing a secure and affordable home without compromising fun and engagement. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options to meet the unique needs and lifestyles of its residents. As a proud member of the Merrill Gardens family, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase aims to create a home-like environment with resort-like amenities and exceptional care. The community provides 24-hour concierge services, on-site registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses to ensure proper care. Assisted living services include help with daily living activities and medication management, while memory care residents benefit from an accessible design and 24-hour emergency response system.
Residents can enjoy nutritious, chef-prepared meals, relax in the lovely courtyard with gardens and walking paths, and take advantage of the community’s amenities, including a billiards room, computer center, game room, movie theater, and beauty salon. The community also offers a diverse calendar of activities, from fitness classes to social events, to keep residents engaged and active. Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase currently offers 107 beautiful apartments, including studio and one-bedroom options, with the option to bring personal belongings and furry friends to make the space feel like home.
Map
Details
What does this place offer?
Amenities
Type of Care Available

Guides for Better Senior Living
From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.
Comparison Chart
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Respite Care
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Alabama Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
- AL Specifics: Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.
- Services: In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care (~$50/day avg.), home-delivered meals, case management.
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Alabama resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- AL Specifics: Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$50/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
- General: Age 55+, Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
- Income Limits: ~$3,000/month (individual, varies by AAA).
- Asset Limits: Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
- AL Specifics: High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant), medication management support.
- General: Age 60+ priority, Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-driven.
- AL Specifics: Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings).
- General: Age 62+, Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,500/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).
- Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).
- AL Specifics: High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
- General: Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income (e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; focus on need.
- AL Specifics: Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Alabama Seniors
Book Now
Please Select Time
Nearby Communities
Nearby Cities
Sign up for our newsletter
Be the first to know about releases and industry news and insights.
Media
Check out some videos