Truewood by Merrill, Modesto sits on Shawnee Drive and it's a senior living community that's been family-owned and operated since 1989, with a history in the area dating back to the 1890s, so you get a sense there's a good long foundation here. The buildings stand tall with stately Spanish-style exteriors and a covered porte-cochère at the entrance, making the place feel welcoming and comfortable. Residents can pick from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes, including cottages and several layouts-some even have patios and kitchenettes, and the apartments are roomy, well-lit with big windows, wood-style floors, and walk-in showers, so seniors can settle in and feel at home.
The community's got landscaped grounds and secure courtyards where folks with memory care needs can walk freely and safely, while others who are more independent enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, arts, and museums nearby. There's always someone on hand because 24-hour care gets provided, and staff take a hands-on approach, getting to know everyone's personal needs, so care for things like medication reminders, personal assistance, and memory care for folks with Alzheimer's or dementia is pretty well covered. You'll find nurses and personal care assistants for more help, and there's companion care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, hospice care, pharmacy service, and in-home health care, plus a skilled nursing facility under the Merrill name right on site for those times when a high level of health care's needed.
All the chores like housekeeping, laundry, and yard work come with the place, and people can join in fitness classes, book clubs, arts and crafts, games of pool, happy hours, movie nights in the comfy theater, and all sorts of activities and outings arranged by the staff. There's a library for reading, a beauty salon for haircuts, a media room with leather recliners, and several activity and dining spaces set up for social gatherings or family visits, and pets are welcome too, so you don't have to leave them behind. Meals get served in spacious dining areas with round tables, and the kitchens are set so residents can cook, whether it's a full kitchen or a kitchenette, especially nice for the folks who are more independent.
Truewood by Merrill, Modesto offers all types of living and care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, continuing care retirement community, adult day care, and home health services, so seniors can move in and stay as care needs change over the years without having to leave the community they know. The buildings are accessible, there's plenty of parking for residents and families, there's an elevator, and the place focuses on comfort, security, and affordability, with an entry fee of $1,500 and different floor plans for every need. Whether someone wants an active social life, extra medical help, or a safe, calm environment, this community's been designed for seniors to make friends, try new things, and get support as they need it.
