Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver

Welcome to the Bedford, an independent living community in Vancouver, Washington.

The Bedford offers premier retirement living with all-inclusive monthly fees, giving residents access to the following state-of-the-art amenities at no additional cost:

• Restaurant-style dining options
• Walking Paths
• Community Grounds and Gardens
• Restaurant-style Dining Room
• Daily activities and events
• Patio Area
• Chapel and Devotional Services
• Parking On-site
• Fitness Equipment and Exercise Programs
• Resident Kitchen
• On-site Activity Room
• Private Dining Room
• Library
• TV Lounge
• Lounge Area
• On-site Laundry Facilities
• On-site Beautician Services in the Barber/Beauty Salon 
• On-site Computer Room with Internet Access
• Game Room
• Community Fireplace
• WiFI in the Common Area
• Billiard Lounge with Pool Tables

Residents are invited to share meals with their peers daily, courtesy of the community’s dedicated kitchen staff. The Bedford offers new menu options each morning, afternoon, and evening, including fan favorites and new recipes like:

• Cajun bacon, lettuce, and fried green tomato sandwich
• Sausage and Mussels with Garlic Lemon Sauce
• Shrimp and Grits
• Berry Fruit Trifle Parfait
• Sweet Corn and Cilantro Crab Cakes
• Tomato and Blue Cheese Soup
• Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp with Tomato Cucumber Salad
• Breakfast Casserole
• Mexican Meatloaf
• Charleston Hummingbird Cake
• Sweetheart Cheesecake
• Creamy Coleslaw
• Thanksgiving corn pudding
• Smoked Turkey
• Seasoned pork tenderloin with maple gastrique
• Irish beef stew

Situated just north of Portland, Oregon, Vancouver is a small metropolitan city with breathtaking views of the surrounding scenic landscapes.

Vancouver and the Portland area are known for offering many fun things to do, with popular local attractions like:

• Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
• Kelley Point Park
• Vancouver Lake
• Oregon Zoo
• Sauvie Island

Fortunately, residents never have to go far to find fun and entertainment at the Bedford, courtesy of the community’s exciting life enrichment programming. Each day, residents are invited to participate in events with their peers, giving them hands-on opportunities for lifelong learning, creative expression, and more.

While the daily activity schedule is always changing, popular events in the past have included:

• Adventure travel video screenings
• Wii Virtual Sports
• Billiards
• Ladderball 
• Rummikub
• Crossword puzzles
• Lifelong learning opportunities
• Raffles
• Bingo
• Knitting and crocheting classes
• Manicure and pedicure sessions
• Shuffleboard
• Karaoke and sing-a-longs
• Stretching exercise
• Group outings to malls, concerts, points of interest, and more
• Arts and crafts
• Hands-on cooking
• Resident Appreciation DInners
• Resident parties
• Bible Study
• Current events conversations

The community offers a wide variety of housing options for incoming residents to choose from, including:

• Studio (Starting at 500 sq ft)
• One-bedroom (Starting at 700 sq ft)
• Two-bedroom (Starting at 1000 sq ft)

Each apartment features the communities state-of-the-art in-unit amenities, like:

• Heating and air conditioning
• Telephone hookups
• Attached patios/balconies (in select units)
• Cable TV hookups
• Wheelchair-accessible units available
• Private units
• In-unit kitchen spaces
• Soft carpet and window treatments
• All-inclusive utilities
• Emergency response tools and services

With so much to offer, families are happy to share their positive experiences with the Bedford online. According to recent testimonials and reviews, residents said they would recommend independent living at the Bedford for:

• The community’s beautiful apartment homes, offering a range of safety and security features that help residents live with total peace of mind 
• Incredible dining options, putting nutritious and filling recipes right at residents’ fingertips for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Transportation services, putting everything Vancouver and Portland offers within reach
• The attentive and detail-oriented staff, who are happy to answer questions and assist when necessary

To learn more about the Bedford, families are welcome to schedule a free tour of the community. By touring, families can see everything the residence offers, from their spacious floor plans to their beautiful common areas.

To schedule a free tour of the Bedford, please use the link above and choose an available appointment time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is the Bedford located?

The Bedford is located at: 

13303 SE Mcgillivray Blvd

Vancouver, WA 98683

Q: What care services and amenities does the Bedford provide?

The Bedford provides the following services and amenities for their Independent Living residence:

• Weekly housekeeping
• Linen services
• Inclusive utilities
• Restaurant-style dining, served on-site
• On-site activities and social events
• Complimentary transportation 
• Free parking (for residents and their guests)
• Access to 24/7 emergency response services

To learn more about the services and amenities residents enjoy at Bedford, please use the link about to make an inquiry. 

Q: What levels of care does the Bedford provide?

The Bedford provides independent living, the community does not offer assisted living or personal care. To learn more about the levels of care available the Bedford, please use the link about to make an inquiry.

If a resident needs services outside of those provided at the Bedford, they may arrange them with a third-party care provider.

Q: How much does the Bedford cost?

Monthly rates at the Bedford vary, depending on each unit’s size and amenities. The community does not require expensive buy-ins from new residents, nor do they lock families into long-term leases.

To get a personalized quote for the Bedford, please use the link above.

Q: Is the Bedford pet-friendly?

Pets are welcome at the Bedford, as long as their owners can give them adequate daily care. Additionally, pets must comply with the community’s pet policy. To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry about the pet policy.

Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at the Bedford?

Life enrichment programming is a vital part of the Bedford’s commitment to providing exceptional independent living. By offering exciting activities and hands-on events daily, the community gives residents ongoing ways to make friends, pursue their hobbies, and more.

To learn more about the life enrichment opportunities at the Bedford, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

There are 16 hospitals within 25 miles of The Bedford. The two closest hospitals are Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center which is 2.4 miles away and Adventist Medical Center which is 6.8 miles away.