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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Salt Lake City, UT
If your loved one needs memory care in Salt Lake City, A Place for Mom can help. With 36 memory care facilities in Salt Lake City, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Salt Lake City incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Salt Lake City memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Salt Lake City, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Downtown/Central 9th, Ball Park/Central 9th and Central City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as West Jordan, Draper and Holladay.
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My mom has been a resident for six months. She did not want to move from her home, but dementia and poor balance made it unsafe to keep her at her home. The moment we met the staff at Alta Ridge we knew it...
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.
Our lovely little 25-unit community in Holladay has provided excellent Memory Care to many over the past 30 years but we have recently opened to a broader scope of individuals and not limited to those with Memory Care needs. Still family owned and operated, Alta Ridge of Holladay continues to be...
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Our loved one has since passed but we were grateful for their great staff and the care they provided. I would rate all of these areas 5, except occasionally the meals were not what we expected. After...
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.
The Best Value in Salt Lake City Senior LivingSummit Senior Living, located in Salt Lake City, Utah is a retirement community offering Assisted Living and Memory Care on an intimate senior campus. Centrally located, our residents enjoy an affordable, all-inclusive lifestyle near shopping, dining,...
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
Care types provided by this community
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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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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Cost of memory care in Salt Lake City, UT
The average cost of senior living in Salt Lake City is $3,955 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kaysville, UT with an average of $3,625 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Salt Lake City, UT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Salt Lake City, UT vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Salt Lake City, UT by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Salt Lake City over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Salt Lake City
Recent reviews for memory care in Salt Lake City
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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Legacy House of Bountiful
4.2
My father felt Legacy House was friendly and the residence seem more engaged and active. Staff was very friendly and seemed very caring to all residence. They provide many activities and opportunities to keep my father active, and busy.
Cedarwood at Sandy
5.0
We haven't been able to visit in awhile due to COVID, but from our understanding this community is kept very clean. They did offer a lot of activities, but now they have cancelled them for safety reason. We appreciate that, because we know they are putting our loved ones and the other residents ...
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Salt Lake City review score based on 204 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 204 reviews of 28 Salt Lake City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Salt Lake City review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
Salt Lake City review score compared against nearby cities
8.0
Salt Lake City, UT28 facilities
8.5
North Salt Lake, UT16 facilities
7.8
South Salt Lake, UT43 facilities
Review subcategories for Salt Lake City memory care
When memory care 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 204 reviews of 28 Salt Lake City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Salt Lake City resident and family memory care 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.Salt Lake City, UT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
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Salt Lake City memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salt Lake City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Salt Lake City 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
85.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
89.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Salt Lake City memory care
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 Salt Lake City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salt Lake City memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Salt Lake City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
64.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
64.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Salt Lake City memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Salt Lake City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
60.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salt Lake City memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Salt Lake City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.1%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.8%
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Related senior services in Salt Lake City, Utah
In Salt Lake City, Utah, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- Utah Veterans and Military Affairs
- Utah Department of Health for Medicaid services
- Legal assistance can be found at the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
Salt Lake City, Utah, is mostly car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands or rely on public transportation. Transit options in Salt Lake City include bus routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Salt Lake City has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is fairly walkable.
Salt Lake City, Utah, offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has a few hospitals, including University of Utah Hospital and Salt Lake Regional Medical Center.
Home of the “Greatest Snow on Earth,” Salt Lake City features many opportunities for outdoor living, entertainment options, and more. With many national parks, wineries, and farmers markets, seniors will find plenty to do. In addition to the outdoor activities, there’s an abundance of indoor events, such as the One World Museum and Utah Opera.
Frequently Asked Questions
Legacy Village of Sugar House, Legacy House of Bountiful and Legacy House of Park Lane are the top-rated memory care facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See full list of communities.
There are 36 memory care facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Salt Lake City, Utah are Legacy Village of Sugar House, Legacy House of Park Lane and Sunrise of Sandy. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 36 memory care facilities near you in Salt Lake City, Utah typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Salt Lake City, Utah, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Salt Lake City, Utah, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Salt Lake City, Utah ranges from $750 to $8664. The average Memory Care cost in Salt Lake City, Utah is $3,955. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Salt Lake City, Utah typically starts at $750. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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- Murray, Utah
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