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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Salt Lake City, UT
Memory care in Salt Lake City offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Salt Lake City is about $3,963 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 705 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Riverton, Holladay and West Jordan.
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6.9
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27 reviews
Cannot say enough about how wonderful this place is… So much for the residents to do, and places to go within the facility- it feels like a community. My uncle is rarely in his room, he keeps busy all day...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
The Auberge at Aspen Park is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
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14 reviews
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
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.
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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25 reviews
Generally, we have been very happy with the staff and the atmosphere at Summit Senior Living. They are kind and friendly. Dad is pretty picky about food...therefore pretty critical. We have not...
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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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.
Millcreek Meadows is the ideal place to call home. With 30 private apartments, our assisted living facility is filled with good neighbors but is also intimate enough to feel like family. Our boutique-style, luxury accommodations allow residents to enjoy their golden years in comfort and security....
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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 $3,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kaysville, UT with an average of $3,623 per month.
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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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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.
Spring Gardens Midvale
4.8
The CNA's are amazing! They have all been friendly and go out of their way to make my dad comfortable. Housekeeping has been good. The nurse has been great with communication. The meals are mostly good It's a small community and that's what I like about it. I would highly recommend.
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Responsive and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the professional and friendly nature of the staff in responding to family inquiries and concerns. At Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, the community relations director, memory care director, and staff were praised for their availability and attentiveness. Famil ...
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Clean and homelike environment. Cleanliness is a priority in several communities, with residents and families commenting on the overall cleanliness and hominess of the facilities. At Legacy Village of Taylorsville, the Legacy Village is described as having a clean and homelike environment that puts residents and families at ...
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Genuine care and concern for residents. Throughout the reviews, the care and concern for residents is repeatedly mentioned. At The Ridge Foothill Senior Living, a surprise visit revealed a filthy room, but the overall care and concern shown by the staff towards their residents is still appreciated. Residents at Legacy Village of Ta ...
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Weekly activities and socialization. Activities are an important aspect of life in several communities, offering opportunities for socialization and engagement. At Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents participate in weekly activities and the staff are excellent at interacting with them. At Legacy Village of Taylo ...
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Attentive and accommodating memory care. Reviews highlight the importance of attentive and accommodating memory care for loved ones. At The Ridge Foothill Senior Living, the memory care unit needs improvement but the staff are praised for their kindness and patience. At Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, the care provided f ...
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Family involvement and communication. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with their loved ones and the community staff. At Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, the owners and staff make families feel involved and informed, creating a supportive and caring atmosphere.
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Salt Lake City review score based on 230 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 230 reviews of 30 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, UT30 facilities
8.4
North Salt Lake, UT16 facilities
8.1
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 230 reviews of 30 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
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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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.
Salt Lake City, UTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
86.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.7%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90%
72.4%
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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.
Salt Lake City, UTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.3%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
26.3%
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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.
Salt Lake City, UTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.3%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
63.3%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.7%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.3%
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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.
Salt Lake City, UTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
22.8%
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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.
Salt Lake City, UTNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.7%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.7%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.7%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
73.3%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.7%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
46.2%
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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 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 $8178. The average Memory Care cost in Salt Lake City, Utah is $3,963. 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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