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Assisted living costs in South Salt Lake average about $4,014 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 41 communities in South Salt Lake. Our detailed directory has 983 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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My mother really likes that the staff is very friendly and kind. The staff tries for my mother to engage in activities. She has been participating in the daily activities provided by the community at the...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Comfortable, homelike atmosphere Registered nurse on site Personal assistance for every resident Caring, 24 hour certified aides on duty Delicious home-cooked meals and snacks Secured doors and walking paths Medication assistance Social activities and outing and so much more!
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My mom's respite stay went great at Alta Ridge! The staff were attentive and took great care of her! The meals were also great and very healthy. I have no complaints about her respite stay!
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Alta Ridge Assisted Living is a unique combination of housing with personalized care designed to respond to individual needs and to help with the activities of daily living. Alta Ridge offers a supportive, residential setting which will help to improve the residents quality of life and also help...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My husband has been in and out in various nursing homes in Salt Lake Valley. Holladay Healthcare Center so far is the best!! He has been to Garden Terrace, Willow Wood Care Center, Deseret Care Center, and...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It is good to see my mom doing good in the community we picked for her. I like their activities that they plan. I believe their financial system is fair. I also like that the aids are friendly and willing to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Beehive homes of West Jordan is fantastic. My mom was there for respite care. The staff was amazing. You could tell they really care about their residents even my mom who was only there for a few days. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to BeeHive Homes of West Jordan, Utah, assisted living. Our Sunflower and Buttercup homes are dedicated to the care of 11 elderly residents qualified for a AL Type-1 environment. Our Honeysuckle home is dedicated to the care of 16 elderly residents qualified for a AL Type-2 environment;...
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My family was pleased with all aspects of our mother's care while at Carrington Court Assisted Living and the Memory Care facilities. While she was there only for six weeks, we felt the staff was attentive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Serving the Salt Lake City area, Carrington Court is a warm, beautiful facility located in South Jordan, Utah. Our home is perfectly suited to not only provide excellent care for our residents but also make them feel right at home. Staffed with a professional, caring team of highly-trained...
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Cost of assisted living in South Salt Lake, UT

The average cost of senior living in South Salt Lake is $4,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Draper, UT with an average of $3,825 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salt Lake, UT vs. nearby cities

South Salt Lake, UT
$4,014/mo
$4,076/mo
$3,992/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salt Lake, UT vs. the state and national average

South Salt Lake, UT
$4,014/mo
$3,838/mo
U.S. national average
$4,658/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salt Lake vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,014/mo
$4,014/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Salt Lake, UT by room type

Semi-Private
$4,127/mo
Studio
$4,393/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,648/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,161/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Salt Lake over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Salt Lake, UT

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in South Salt Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Salt Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Salt Lake

Carrington Court in South Jordan, UT

4.5
They are very attentive to my parents. They treat them like royalty. The staff is kind and very eager to please. It is always clean and smells good. The food is good it's not great. Sunday dinners has always been important to my mother and the staff is working on that issue of getting a good ...
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The Charleston at Cedar Hills

4.0
I would say it's a decent facility, the dining room isn't managed well and they are inconsistent with taking care of service issues like toilet seats, lights etc

Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care in South Salt Lake, UT

5.0
Twin Oaks active management under Executive Director [name removed] and owners [name removed] work hard to give the best possible care for their assisted living residents. The owners are onsite every day to ensure that needs are quickly met so that each resident is as comfortable as possible. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and dedication of the staff across various communities like Legacy House of Taylorsville, Ivybrook Assisted Living, Valencia at Cottonwood Heights, Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Legacy House of Bountiful. Many residents, such a ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Residents at multiple communities, including Sunrise at Holladay, Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Capitol Hill Senior Living, praise the quality and variety of meals provided. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring residents look forward to mealtime ...
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Engaging activities and socialization opportunities. Communities like Sunrise at Holladay, Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Capitol Hill Senior Living offer an array of activities designed to encourage socialization and keep residents active. These include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Thoughtful and clean living spaces. Reviews for Legacy House Assisted Living of South Jordan, Legacy House of Bountiful, and Legacy Village of Sugar House mention how well-maintained and clean the interior spaces and grounds are, making residents feel at home.
Consistent and effective communication. Families appreciate frequent and clear communication from staff at communities like Valencia at Cottonwood Heights, Highland Cove Retirement, and Escalante at Coventry. Regular meetings and updates ensure everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Supportive and compassionate environment. Throughout reviews, the caring and supportive nature of communities is expressed, with residents at Sunrise at Holladay, Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Escalante at Coventry sharing appreciation for the understanding and empathetic atmosphere.
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South Salt Lake review score based on 230 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 230 reviews of 33 South Salt Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Salt Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

South Salt Lake review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
South Salt Lake, UT33 facilities
8.0
Millcreek, UT40 facilities
7.7
Murray, UT52 facilities

Review subcategories for South Salt Lake assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 230 reviews of 33 South Salt Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Salt Lake resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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South Salt Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Salt Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Salt Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in South Salt Lake assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in South Salt Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
84.8%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.8%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Salt Lake assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of South Salt Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Salt Lake, UTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Salt Lake assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Salt Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Salt Lake, UTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75.8%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
78.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
75.8%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
15.6%
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Availability of select dining options in South Salt Lake assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Salt Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
69.7%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
48.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Salt Lake assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in South Salt Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Salt Lake, UTNational
Activity director
Activity director
81.8%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
69.7%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.8%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.5%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.7%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.8%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
78.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60.6%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.8%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Salt Lake

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Utah assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Salt Lake protect seniors.

Learn about Utah Assisted Living regulations

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Legacy Village of Sugar House, Sunrise of Sandy and The Wellington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Salt Lake, Utah. See full list of communities.

There are 41 assisted living facilities near South Salt Lake, Utah. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South Salt Lake, Utah are Sunrise of Sandy, The Wellington and Cottonwood Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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