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We are very happy with everything at Truewood. My mother in law is very comfortable there. Her only complaint is the food is always cold. But the friendliness of the staff and residents really stands out to me. It's a very homey atmosphere.... Read more
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle features a timeless and classic design that offers residents a nostalgic atmosphere. The area is encompassed by colorful trees that help liven up the environment. The community’s exceptional on-site services and amenities can meet the needs of those looking for independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. From thoughtful care to lively entertainment, it’s all covered.
Nearby, there are a variety of activities to enjoy. Residents here can dine at local eateries, shop local stores, stroll the scenic trails along Chester Creek, visit the local golf club, or tour historic sites like Caleb Pusey House and The Rose Valley Museum. With a mix of on-site and off-site entertainment, every day at Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle holds new adventures!
The independent living option is ideal for residents who would like to live independently but want the added security of having help available. Team members happily offer housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking services, so residents can spend time enjoying their days and nights. The community also offers a wellness program, 24-hour staffing, on-site registered nurses, on-site licensed practical nurses, and on-call doctors and specialists.
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Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
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Glen Riddle was along the lines or Rose Tree Place. I didn't find it as bright, an overwhelming, or an active community and pleasant staff for my loved one. Truewood Glenn riddle was also a good place but I did not like the feel and darkness of the memory care unit.
We are very happy with everything at Truewood. My mother in law is very comfortable there. Her only complaint is the food is always cold. But the friendliness of the staff and residents really stands out to me. It's a very homey atmosphere.
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What really stood out to us were the staff members we met with an interviewed with - they were extremely friendly and are still extremely friendly. Also the price is really good. Our loved one seems to enjoy the meals and dining service and says there is always something for him to eat. He does not participate in all the activities but what he does participate in he enjoys. Based on our experience we would recommend Truewood by Merrill to other families.
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The moving in process was easy and well explained through all steps. The overall setting is convenient for residents and visitors. We like the layout of the facility. I would recommend Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle to others looking.
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November 23, 2022Hi Steve, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.
What we really like about Truewood by Merrill Glen Riddle are the staff membes - they have been great to work with and very welcoming. The other residents there are very nice and friendly.
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November 23, 2022Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.
We are very pleased. We would like to see, a more variety of activities. They are fully staffed, and there is no contract with outside agencies, which is vey important. We picked this community because, it's a very nice facility, nicely decorated, close to home, best value and it was beautiful. They are very receptive,and open to meet the needs of the residents. They also have, a bus that takes the residents to church once per week.
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November 23, 2022Hi Colleen, thank for leaving us this review. We are happy to hear that the experience at Merrill Gardens has been positive so far. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you ever need anything.
Excellent, except you need money to afford it. But if you have a good, healthy monthly income, it's a fantastic place. I'd live there if I could afford it. I really did think the grounds and buildings were immaculate. Lovely all around
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November 23, 2022Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We're glad that you had a positive tour experience.
I ws very happy with the service, and quality of the care services.
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November 23, 2022Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.
I would tell others about how friendly everyone is at Truewood and how much they care about the patients. They've demonstrated this by informing me about everything, interacting with all of the residents, and in the way they take care of the patients in a very caring way. In regards to activities, I'm not saying it's bad, but they maybe they could modify them for those who have dementia. Right now it isn't as engaging as it could be for memory care residents. Communication between the community and myself is good. They contact me if there's a problem, but I'm there often so we do have that in-person communication as well. Overall I would recommend Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle to others.
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July 15, 2022Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We're happy to hear that the team has been friendly. We'll also pass along your feedback about the memory care activities. Thank you!
The staff is very personable. The community does a good job at keeping the residents active. The staff are great at keeping the family involved and updated about our loved one. The responsiveness to our questions is fabulous, and if they don't know an answer they find it and get back to us quickly. My loved one enjoys the meals, and the residents have choices to choose from.
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July 15, 2022Hi Jennifer, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We appreciate it greatly.
The facility is very clean and everyone is super friendly. They all seem to love my mom. Mom really likes the activities director and she enjoys the outings that they go on. She said the food is ok, but she wishes that they had normal table wear instead of plastic forks and spoons. Nurses are also giving medications in the dining room during meals. They are looking for a new director of nursing so we hope that happens soon and things get figured out. For the amount of money that we pay, I do think that internet should be included. Overall I would definitely recommend Truewood by Merrill to others looking compared to the others that we saw.
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June 3, 2022Hi Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you would recommend Truewood to others.
We went with Truewood by Merrill because of the pricing and the individual care in sense of community. The quality of the food is good and she really likes it, however my family member has a restricted sodium diet and sometimes there is more salt in the food than there should be. The activities are great but my family member has vision problems so that is not a lot that is engaging for her. A lot of the staff members have been here a long time and that really makes an impact. I would recommend them to others looking.
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Response from Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle
February 24, 2022Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review!
I think it's very good as an overall place to be. Compared to other places I visited, It's right in the middle as far as being updated, meals, and activities. The affordability is still there based on all the updates. The staff have been very good. My loved one can be a tough egg, and they've actually been able to get him to go do some activities, which I didn't think would happen.
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February 8, 2022Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We always appreciate feedback.
Our family had a partial virtual tour and in person tour so it was a little odd. We met with the staff in person but then virtual toured the community. We were able to see the rooms, but the community overall just seemed a little to dark.
We chose Truewood by Merrill because of the value for the money as well as the convenience for me so I can be there quickly if need be. The layout of the facility is nice, it is 2 floors and the lower level has the dining room but then the activities and the residents rooms are all on the second floor which is nice. Overall, I would recommend to others looking.
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The community is very neat and clean and my loved on reallyenjoys the food. They have activities available for the residents and the staff is very nice and friendly. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
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I had originally entered my loved one into a different place that had about 14 people in memory care. Most of them were completely uncommunicative. He needed a place where he could talk to people and be involved. And being at Truewood has given him that opportunity. It's a much brighter place, with lots of sunshine and outdoor spaces. The staff seem to be very good as well.
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. They had card games as a group, discussion group, and more for the residents to choose from for activities. There are activities available each day. They post menus for the residents to choose from. My loved one enjoyed the food in the dining room.
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I would tell others that don't expect everything you hear from the sales calls and meetings. My loved one was a different community and we are finding the same things that we found there. The meals are inconsistent, you may have one good meal and several bad meals. The nursing staff is unorganized, and there is a lack of follow up from the leadership;.
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It's a great structured program. The staff really got to know the residents. They had active programs and activities for the residence. It was a very caring community and the residence was also very friendly.
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