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Union Grand, A Vineyard Park Community

1421 Minor Ave, Seattle, WA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.849 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About Union Grand, A Vineyard Park Community

Located in the heart of Seattle, Union Grand, First Hill is conveniently close to anything you could need. Within minutes, you have access to the city’s delicious restaurants, world-class stores, and dynamic activities. You can view amazing museums, take in city views in the neighboring parks, enjoy waterfront activities, or visit the famed Seattle Aquarium. There are also several medical care options in the area, so…

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$4,400/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 1, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,000/month

Care fees not included

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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,000/month

Care fees not included

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$8,900/month

Care fees not included

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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$7,900/month

Care fees not included

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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$4,400/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 1, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 1, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 1, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Studio$4,400 observed · tracking future changes
$4,400Aug 1, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Tracked public-data history

Recent changes

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  1. August 4, 2026 at 12:48 PM PDT

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    License information updated

    License status is ACTIVE; license number 2790.

  2. August 4, 2026 at 12:48 PM PDT

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    Inspection coverage updated

    Inspection coverage changed from NOT_COVERED to NO_REPORT_FOUND.

Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 49 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Truewood By Merrill, First Hill

First it is clean and spacious. Second as a vegetarian, I have been able to eat food that I like and plenty of it. Third the atmosphere is quiet and comfortable. And outside, the creative neighborhood is very pleasant to me. I have always liked it when I used to come and visit my daughter when she lived around the corner. I feel safe here. There is a good system of accountability and, when necessary, alarms. ( I accidentally pulled an alarm cord in the middle of the night. Someone was soon at my door calling my na

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Activities
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Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
AnonymousApril 15, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Hidden Gem in Seattle

This community truly feels like family—many employees have been here for more than 10 years, which speaks volumes about the culture and continuity of care. Located in the heart of the Seattle metro area, it offers excellent value and a welcoming atmosphere. Residents can choose from a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, making it easy to find the right fit as needs change. It’s important to note that Medicaid payments are not accepted, so care is arranged throug

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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
BernardFebruary 6, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Would recommend Truewood by Merrill.

It has the nicest dining room I've seen in an independent/assisted living facility, view and the light on the buildings at sunset is beautiful. Additionally the manager is very involved with the residents.. The two decks off the dining room are great and really let a lot of light into the dining room itself. Also my mom has a great city

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4.0 / 5
AnonymousJanuary 13, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Review for Truewood By Merrill, First Hill

The facility is beautiful with lots of amenities. I would recommend.

AnonymousDecember 12, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Our experience

What we like the Best...The staff are friendly and accommodating What they could Improve on...The kitchen could work on accommodating different dietary needs.... ie [name removed] mom does not eat red meat..... the options are limited

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Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
AnonymousDecember 2, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Truewood By Merrill, First Hill

My opinion is based only on our interactions through the move in process. Unfortunately, my mother passed the day before she was to move in. Generally yes we had a good impression of the community. She didn't want to leave her condo but she realized living alone was no longer an option. Merrill Gardens was in her neighborhood and they were very welcoming so she was open to the idea and received a good impression from everyone there.

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AnonymousSeptember 16, 2025

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 17, 2026

Campus care settings

Assisted living

Union Grand, A Vineyard Park Community

75 licensed beds · License 2790

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Room Service
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Pureed Meals
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Covered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Cats Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Filipino
  • Vietnamese
  • French
  • Farsi
  • Spanish
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Community Service Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Current Events Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Jewish Services
  • Walking Club
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cooking Club
  • Men's Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Forever Fit

Outdoor spaces

  • Beauty Salon
  • Main Street Shops
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Central Fireplace
  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden View
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered

Payment-program records

Medicare and Medicaid information

Medicaid

No state service contract is listed in the current licensing export

A contract or certification record does not guarantee coverage, eligibility, or current acceptance of new residents.

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

The Washington DSHS was checked, but it did not list an inspection report for this community. This does not mean that no deficiencies exist.

Coverage last checked August 4, 2026 via Washington DSHS.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required

Facility license

License 2790: ACTIVE · 75 licensed beds · Memory care certified

State service contract listing: No Contract. This is not a guarantee of Medicaid eligibility or current admission.