Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$2,700/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Community profile
Truewood by Merrill, Modesto
3420 Shawnee Dr, Modesto, CA
Independent Living
★ 4.979 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Truewood by Merrill, Modesto
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,400/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Detached Cottages / Bungalows
Independent Living
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,800/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026One Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Schedule a visit →Two Bedroom
Independent Living · 2 bedroom · 2 bathroom
Schedule a visit →Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
Studio$2,700 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.9 out of 5 from 79 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveOverall experience
Truewood is beautifully kept. My mother enjoys participating in bingo, crafts and chair Zumba. She also participates in their weekly outings. She says the food is good and appreciates the chef personally describing each entree. The staff is very personable, caring and attentive. She loves her apartment being on the ground floor with a patio that has landscaping along it. The size is just right for her. She's added a microwave, George Forman mini grill, toaster, coffee maker and minicrockpot as she adjusts to not h…
★★★★★
PositiveFriendly staff and residents
My cousin who is 86, is getting along very well. She has made a lot of friends and seems happy. Sometimes I have been to lunch there and the food has been very good. Other times it is just OK. The desserts are always good.
★★★★★
PositiveTruewood by Merrill, Modesto
Facility is nicely appointed. Front desk staff are welcoming and friendly. Staff is responsive and supportive. It is safe. Every effort is made to make one feel at home. Laundry services are very reasonable. The only negative is that they don't have a transport van that is wheelchair accessible
★★★★★
PositiveIt’s not for my Mom. She needs assistance, and this facility is more independent. I really liked the way it looked and the people were very nice.
★★★★★
PositiveReview for Truewood by Merrill, Modesto
Everyone is nice and helpful. I would recommend to others.
★★★★★
PositiveTop notch!!
This is an exemplary community! The community is extremely clean, and very well taken care of. Attention to detail is at the forefront with maintenance & staff. All employees are very loving and know & watch out for each resident. And the activities, are first class! The kitchen and activity director go over and above to make holidays and events extra special for residence and their families. My aunt has been a part of this community for well over 2 years and I visit 2-3X a week. I cannot say enough good about t…
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Merrill Gardens
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- September 5, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- Vegetarian
- Room Service
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Low / No Sodium
- International Cuisine
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Covered Parking
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Transportation at Cost
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Spanish
- American Sign Language
- English
Activities & engagement
- Christian Services
- Activities On-site
- Activities Off-site
- Happy Hour
- Wine Tasting
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Holiday Parties
- Walking Club
- Catholic Services
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Birthday Parties
- Forever Fit
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Live Well Programs
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Live Musical Performances
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Karaoke
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Bible Study Group
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Art Classes
- Cooking Classes
- Day Trips and Outings
Outdoor spaces
- Barber Shop
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Outside Patio
- Library
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Raised Garden Beds
- Game Room
- Fitness Center
Apartment & room features
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Handicap Accessible
- Full kitchen
- Bath Tubs
- Kitchenette
- Ground Floor Units
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Garden View
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Air Conditioned
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked September 5, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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