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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shem, UT
Assisted living costs in Shem average about $4,240 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in Shem. Our detailed directory has 220 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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We have been extremely happy with everything! I would want others to know that it is just an awesome place. The staff is excellent and they really make the residents feel welcome and part of a community.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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9.7
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12 reviews
It is a clean, modern facility with lots of activities to choose from. If you go to their website, you can see pictures of the apartments and facility. My apartment is 600 square feet, one bedroom and it is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Legacy Village of St. George offers senior living in Southern Utah. Close to Snow Canyon, our gorgeous, state-of-the-art community provides you with the amenities and services you want for a lifestyle you’ll love. With so much to offer, we know you’ll find something to love at Legacy Village.
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9.6
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61 reviews
Other places I looked at had very small Memory Care Section. Common area is big and the bedrooms are a good size. The Meadows has a good energy. It is light and bright, the staff is friendly.
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.
Situated in a valley surrounded by beautiful mountain views, The Meadows at Escalante is a vibrant, cozy senior living community located near Intermountain Health Care St. George as well as The Shoppes at Zion, Zion National Park, Snow Canyon State Park and St. George Museum. Wake up every day in...
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8.9
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8 reviews
5 + in all categories for the memory care unit. No experience with the assisted living side. Based on the experience we have had with The Retreat, we would highly recommend them to other families who may...
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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8.4
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64 reviews
Love the caregivers! You need more of them. The caregiver to patient ratio should be higher. We're very happy with the facility and we would recommend them to other families based on the experience we had.
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.
Southgate Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Washington County, Utah area. We are located in Saint George overlooking the Southgate Golf course. Residents enjoy our close proximity to several natural areas including the famous Red Cliffs National...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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8.0
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7 reviews
For the past few years Sterling Court has invited Siva Pasefika (Polynesian Entertainment group) to entertain their residents and take them on a whimsical journey throughout the South Pacific through dance...
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.
Sterling Court Assisted Living offers the largest, most spacious assisted living apartments in Southern Utah. We invite you to tour our studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. At Sterling Court Assisted Living, we offer an on-site, full-time nurse that is available 24/7, and we are the...
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Everything gets 5 stars, for the food, I would rate that a 7 if I could!!! Although the facility is not shiny and new like several others that I had visited, it has a much more "home-like" feeling to 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.
A quality experience in an affordable luxury setting. Built in 2001, Sterling Court is still at the top of the industry winning the silver medal for Best of Southern Utah 2021 in Assisted Living. Nestled in the heart of St. George, our location is conveniently located for any destination in...
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The activities get a 5+++, even though my mom would not participate! [name removed] is amazing! 5 They are fantastic! I just wish they would communicate more. I live an hour away, see her every week, talk...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The Haven at Sky Mountain is an exquisitely appointed independent and assisted living and memory care campus nestled in the heart of beautiful southern Utah.As a locally owned and operated independent and assisted living facility providing 24-hour support in Utah, we pride ourselves in our...
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7.0
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3 reviews
Communication is wonderful and the staff is warm and friendly. They all know my mother by name and greet her in the hallway, etc. If she falls or if they have a question, they call me immediately and the...
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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22 reviews
We chose Ridgeview Gardens because of the size of the facility, it is a little bit smaller so she would not get lost in the shuffle. They are very easy to work with and always available. I would recommend to...
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.
Celebrate life at Ridgeview Gardens A vibrant Life Enrichment program offering adventures, opportunities to learn and wellness activities. The moment you walk in to Ridgeview Gardens, you'll be greeted with warm and friendly faces, a joyful atmosphere, and a place where you...
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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.
There comes a time in life when we all need a bit of support. At Spring Gardens Senior Living in St. George, we provide a beautiful residence, quality health care, fresh and nutritious meals, and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.Spring Gardens...
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The memory care center needs more staffing so that they are able to give more attention to the residents. They are in the common areas a lot of time and can miss important things. However this is something...
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.
Enjoy An Elevated LifestyleYou should never be asked to choose between a carefree retirement of independence or one rich in quality care. Especially when you can have both at our assisted living and memory care community in Cedar City, Utah. Whether you are just beginning your search for a...
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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.
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 assisted living in Shem, UT
The average cost of senior living in Shem is $4,240 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gunlock, UT with an average of $4,171 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shem, UT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shem, UT vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shem, UT by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shem, UT
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shem
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shem
Southgate Senior Living in Saint George, UT
4.1
The former Family Advisor, [name removed] was hands-on and visible to residents and their families. The new guy hasn't reached out, or at least not to me. Most things are running the same. My mom moved in in [date removed]. Ownership changed in March, same year. The compassion [name removed] ...
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The Haven at Sky Mountain Assisted Living in Hurricane, UT
5.0
This placeis absolutely beautiful! But more importantly the kind staff, really feels more like family. The food is amazing and cannot be beat with any other facility in So. Utah. I know this because I've checked them all out! My mother now lives at The Haven and has a second wind to ride out the ...
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Ridgeview Gardens of St. George
5.0
We moved our mom to Ridgeview Gardens from another senior living facility, where she had lived for about five years. The other facility was large and as Mom declined in health and abilities we felt she was kind of falling through the cracks there. Ridgeview Gardens is small and more intimate and ...
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Shem review score based on 68 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 15 Shem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shem 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
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Review subcategories for Shem 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 68 reviews of 15 Shem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shem 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.Shem, UT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Shem assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shem, 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 Shem 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 Shem 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
73.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shem 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 Shem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shem 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 Shem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shem, UTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
73.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shem 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 Shem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shem, UTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
73.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
73.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shem 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 Shem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
73.3%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
73.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shem
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 Shem protect seniors.
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Ovation Sienna Hills, Legacy Village of St. George and The Meadows at Escalante are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shem, Utah. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Shem, Utah. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shem, Utah is Ovation Sienna Hills. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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