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10 Best Independent Living Communities in American Fork, UT
If you’re looking for independent living in the American Fork area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in American Fork. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 28 independent living facilities in American Fork, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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The experience with Summerfield Retirement Living has been very good. My only complaint is that they have been slow with specific requests, such as to get television cable box set up, and a grab handle bar...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Summerfield Retirement LivingSummerfield Retirement Living is an assisted living community located in Orem, UT. Orem is located in Utah County and is home to just over 88,000 people. Orem is a beautiful city with lots of shops, restaurants, sporting events and scenic views giving residents a lot...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in American Fork, UT
The average cost of senior living in American Fork is $3,460 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springville, UT with an average of $3,262 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in American Fork, UT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in American Fork, UT vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in American Fork vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in American Fork, UT by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in American Fork
Recent reviews for independent living in American Fork
Sunrise of Sandy
5.0
The staff at Sunrise of Sandy were very caring and treated everyone with dignity. They respected my mom’s wishes and preferences. The home environment was wonderful, and my mom loved their docile, friendly cat. They planned fun events for the residents to enjoy.
Legacy Village of Provo
4.9
We felt instantly at home when we first toured Legacy. The weight of the decision can't be understated! We really value dads home: and all the care that goes into making it a good living experience.
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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American Fork independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in American Fork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in American Fork, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in American Fork independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of American Fork 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
39.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in American Fork independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of American Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in American Fork independent 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 independent living communities in American Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Treeo, Legacy Village of Sugar House and Legacy House Assisted Living of Spanish Fork are the top-rated independent living facilities near American Fork, Utah. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near American Fork, Utah. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in American Fork, Utah are Legacy Village of Sugar House, Legacy House Assisted Living of Spanish Fork and Sunrise of Sandy. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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