The community offers a variety of apartment options across Independent Living, Personal Care, and Memory Care, designed with comfort, privacy, and convenience in mind.

Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle
FAQs




Living Accommodations
Absolutely. Residents are encouraged to bring furnishings, photographs, and personal belongings that make their new space feel familiar, comfortable, and truly their own.
Features vary by floor plan and may include individual climate control, large windows with natural light, storage and closet space, and emergency response systems.
Yes. Living spaces and common areas are designed to support older adults with accessibility and ease of mobility in mind.
Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping and maintenance services, leaving more time to enjoy activities, friendships, and the community.
Dining and Food Services
Residents enjoy a flexible dining program. Dining is designed to be social and welcoming, giving residents opportunities to gather with friends and neighbors over chef-prepared meals.
Yes. The dining team works to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual nutritional needs whenever possible.
Dining is designed to be social and welcoming, giving residents opportunities to gather with friends and neighbors while enjoying nutritious, chef-prepared meals.
Community and Lifestyle
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle offers a warm, family-oriented atmosphere in a park-like setting, with an emphasis on respect, compassion, independence, choice, and strong relationships with residents and families.
Residents can participate in social events, wellness and fitness programs, educational opportunities, recreational activities, and planned outings designed to promote engagement and connection. In memory care, the Inspire Connections approach supports meaningful memory care programming.
Absolutely. Shared meals, activities, outings, events, and inviting gathering spaces create natural opportunities for residents to build friendships and stay connected.
Amenities include landscaped grounds in a park-like setting, comfortable gathering areas, pet-friendly areas, dining spaces, planned activities and outings, educational classes, and a fitness area with wellness-focused programs.
Yes. Transportation is available for grocery shopping, community outings, and doctors’ appointments upon request and with prior scheduling.
1. Tyler Arboretum — Explore beautiful gardens, woodlands, meadows, and walking trails in nearby Media.
2. Ridley Creek State Park — Enjoy scenic trails, picnic areas, fishing spots, and peaceful outdoor space just a short drive away.
3. Downtown Media — Visit “Everybody’s Hometown” for local restaurants, shops, seasonal events, and a charming small-town atmosphere.
Visitation and Pets
Family and friends are encouraged to remain active participants in residents' lives. Visitors are welcome, with community procedures in place to support resident safety and access.
Yes. Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle is a pet-friendly community that recognizes the companionship and comfort pets can provide. Community guidelines apply.
Safety and Staffing
The community incorporates safety features, emergency response procedures, trained team members, and secure environments designed to support resident well-being. Memory Care residents benefit from additional security measures tailored to their needs.
Yes. Team members undergo appropriate hiring and screening processes consistent with company standards and applicable regulations.
Our team stays connected to residents through individualized service plans, regular observation, resident call systems, wellness programming, medication support when applicable, and communication with families or responsible parties as needs change.
Financial and Administrative Matters
Monthly fees typically include the apartment, meals, activities, housekeeping, maintenance, and access to community amenities. Care services are added based on individual needs.
Pricing at Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle currently starts at $3,400 per month. Costs vary based on apartment type, level of care, and services selected.
Move-in fees and deposits may vary. The Truewood by Merrill team can provide current pricing and specific financial details.
Residents and families may explore long-term care insurance, veterans' benefits, and other outside financial resources. Our team can provide guidance and referrals.
Eligibility and application requirements for outside financial resources vary by program. Families should work directly with the applicable provider or agency, and our team can help point them toward appropriate resources when helpful.
Our team supports residents and families throughout the transition, including apartment selection, move-in preparation, and settling into the community. Specific move-in and move-out requirements can be reviewed with the Glen Riddle team.
Care and Health Services
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle offers Independent Living, Personal Care, and dedicated Memory Care in our Garden House. Residents can enjoy an engaging community lifestyle with personalized support based on their individual needs.
Our team works closely with residents and families to understand individual needs and create personalized care plans. Needs are reviewed regularly so support can be adjusted as circumstances change.
Depending on individual needs, support may include assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, wellness monitoring, emergency response systems, and coordination of care services.
Care team members are available around the clock to provide assistance and respond to resident needs. Staffing levels are designed to meet residents' care requirements and may vary based on resident needs.
The community has emergency response procedures in place, with trained team members available to respond and coordinate emergency services when needed.
Medication management is available through trained team members who help residents take medications as prescribed and according to individualized care plans.
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle offers Independent Living, Personal Care, and dedicated Memory Care in our Garden House, allowing the community to support a range of changing needs. Families can speak with the team about any limits on increasing care needs based on an individual's situation.
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle is designed around a residential, engaging lifestyle rather than a clinical setting. Residents enjoy private apartments, dining, activities, social opportunities, and personalized support while maintaining as much independence as possible.
Emotional and Social Considerations
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle supports emotional well-being through meaningful relationships, social connection, purposeful activities, wellness opportunities, personalized support, and a sense of belonging.
Absolutely. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to schedule a personalized visit to meet the team, explore the community, see available living spaces, and learn more about the services and lifestyle at Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle.
Residents and family members often highlight the caring staff and warm, welcoming atmosphere at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. The community is praised for its inviting environment, quality dining, engaging activities, lovely outdoor spaces, and convenient location near local shopping and entertainment.
Our team partners closely with residents and families throughout the transition, helping new residents build connections, participate in activities, establish a comfortable routine, and feel supported in their new home.