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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Salt Lake County, UT
If you’re looking for independent living in the Salt Lake County 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 Salt Lake County. 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 65 independent living facilities in Salt Lake County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Cost of independent living in Salt Lake County, UT
The average cost of senior living in Salt Lake County is $3,654 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Bountiful, UT with an average of $3,529 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salt Lake County, UT vs. the state and national average
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Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Salt Lake County, UT by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Salt Lake County
Recent reviews for independent living in Salt Lake County
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.
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
Salt Lake County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salt Lake County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salt Lake County, 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 Salt Lake County 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 Salt Lake County 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
56.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Salt Lake County 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 Salt Lake County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
58.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salt Lake County 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 Salt Lake County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
54.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.6%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Legacy Village of Sugar House, Legacy Retirement Residence and Legacy House of Bountiful are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salt Lake County, Utah. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near Salt Lake County, Utah. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Salt Lake County, Utah are Legacy Village of Sugar House, Legacy House of Park Lane and South Jordan View Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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