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The cost of independent living in Magna is about $3,646 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 216 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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44 Floor plans available
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The facility is smaller and is able to give more attention to each resident. The staff know the family members and immediately let us know if dad needs anything. When medical issues come up, they contact...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Laurel at Millcreek is an age qualified apartment community. With close access to medical care, shopping, dining and entertainment, The Laurel at Millcreek is the home for you. From studios to two-bedroom apartment homes, we have several options to fit your lifestyle and budget. All apartment...
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This is a wonderful place. Great location and very safe. The food is good for most part. Fun activities. Come meet the residents. We have a theater we use for musical programs, movies and church services....
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
South Jordan View, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Redwood Road in South Jordan. We look forward to opening brand new during the Winter of 2021! River Valley will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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33 Floor plans available
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I would definitely recommend Legacy to others as she had a good experience while she was there. She met some new friends and was taken care of by the workers there.
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.
Why Choose Legacy?Caring for seniors and their families since 1996, Legacy House of Taylorsville is a premier provider of Assisted Living and Memory Care services.We believe that the more our residents can be independent, the healthier they are and the better they feel. No matter what stage of...
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We had a great experience at Capitol Hill. I would highly recommend them. he thing we liked the most is they were always patient with the residents. We also thought they had a good schedule. But I think...
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.
Capital Hill Senior Living offers premier retirement living options to seniors in the greater Salt Lake City, Utah area. Salt Lake City offers an abundance of natural beauty from the snowcapped peaks of the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountains to the shimmering waters of the Great Salt Lake. Our...
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My mother has few and loose teeth so she cannot chew many of the meals provided. But the food is always yummy. There always seems to be something offered. I am very grateful that my mother can live at...
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.
Ivybrook Assisted Living is located in a well-established residential community with beautiful grounds in a lovely neighborhood just a short distance from Valley Fair Mall, numerous restaurants, and one of the largest and most respected community theatres in the country, Hale Centre Theatre. We...
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What we like the most about Oak Ridge Assisted Living is the staff. The staff are great and are totally on top of the clients care and the cleanliness really stood out to us. Based on the experience we have...
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.
* We feature a small friendly homelike atmosphere in a quiet bountiful neighborhood.*With only 14 private rooms we are able to provide more personal one on one care. Our staff enjoy spending quality time with each resident building loving, trusting relationships.*All meals are home cooked in our...
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Our experience has been excellent so far. We are extremely grateful to have my brother living there. The staff is friendly and caring. Some meals are better than others but it is so nice to have that option....
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
St Joseph Senior Living is an independent living community that is located in Salt Lake City, UT. Those who choose to make this community their own will enjoy all that the city of Salt Lake City has to offer. Located in Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City provides residents and guests with much to...
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5.5
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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
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.
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,...
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Friendly attentive staff, clean and inviting rooms. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good home for a loved one who needs assistance.
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It is good to see my mom doing good in the community we picked for her. I like their activities that they plan. I believe their financial system is fair. I also like that the aids are friendly and willing to...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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For apartment living this is wonderful. It's in a 55 year old retirement community and it's wonderful. You can do what ever you want when you want. I cook and clean my apartment myself. The interior of the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
SilverCrest Senior Community is a Brand New Independent Senior Living Community conveniently located near the heart of the Salt Lake Valley. For those seeking elegance and beauty in all standards, SilverCrest hosts an extensive selection of the finest amenities and conveniences fit for a...

Cost of independent living in Magna, UT

The average cost of senior living in Magna is $3,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farmington, UT with an average of $3,404 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Magna, UT vs. nearby cities

Magna, UT
$3,646/mo
$3,659/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Magna, UT vs. the state and national average

Magna, UT
$3,646/mo
$3,545/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Magna vs. other types of senior living

$3,993/mo
Independent Living
$3,646/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Magna, UT by room type

Studio
$3,584/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,319/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,173/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Magna over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Magna

Recent reviews for independent living in Magna

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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Legacy Village of Sugar House in Salt Lake City, UT

5.0
I am so happy with the care my parents have received at Legacy! The entire staff is phenomenal, so kind and caring!! I am so impressed with the amenities and the outstanding activities available to residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at the communities, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents and their families. At South Jordan View Retirement Community, several residents express appreciation for the staff's kindness and helpfulness.
Variety of social activities. Communities offer various and engaging social activities for residents, such as card games, movie nights, musical entertainment, and field trips. For instance, at South Jordan View Retirement Community, residents enjoy a full calendar of activities that cater to a range of interests.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, highlighting the importance of a well-maintained environment for residents' comfort and satisfaction. At South Jordan View Retirement Community, for example, the atmosphere is described as immaculate, with no clutter o ...
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Flexible meal plans. Some communities offer flexible meal plans that cater to individual dietary restrictions and preferences. Residents of South Jordan View Retirement Community express gratitude for the accommodating nature of the kitchen staff, who honor residents' suggestions and make improvements to the menu. ...
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Engaging residents and promoting community. Many reviews highlight the importance of residents' engagement and social connections in their living experience, with communities encouraging residents to form friendships and participate in group activities. For instance, at South Jordan View Retirement Community, residents and staff bond ov ...
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Affordable options. Some communities cater to residents with budget constraints, allowing them to live independently while still benefiting from the advantages of community living. At St Joseph Senior Living, the lower cost accommodates different financial situations, and the community's budget-friendly approach ...
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Magna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Magna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Magna, 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 Magna 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 Magna 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
50%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Magna 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 Magna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Magna 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 Magna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Legacy Village of Sugar House, Sunrise of Sandy and The Laurel at Millcreek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Magna, Utah. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Magna, Utah. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Magna, Utah are Legacy Village of Sugar House, Sunrise of Sandy and South Jordan View Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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