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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Salt Lake City, UT
The cost of independent living in Salt Lake City is about $3,640 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 967 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Park City, Holladay and Draper.
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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.
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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56 reviews
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
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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.
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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26 reviews
Twin Oaks is a wonderful. It is clean. The food is delicious. I am learning that part of our dissatisfaction is due to our expectations. No place is going to be 100% every day, all day long. I am also on the...
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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36 reviews
The people who live and work here truly treat one another like family. This is a caring, vibrant and very friendly community. The activity director provides a diverse and engaging number of opportunities for...
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.
Retire in style at Parklane. Located in beautiful downtown Salt Lake City, Parklane offers the finest in senior living. Continue your education though our history, political science and specialty courses. In addition, residents enjoy outings in the city including the symphony,...
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8.2
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21 reviews
I would highly recommend Highland Cove for assisted living they were fantastic. Staff are very caring and helpful and I enjoyed working with them. The food is really good with lots of choices available.
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.
With its 14 park-like acres and levels of care from assisted living in our "Hotel" to personal care options in retirement living to our completely independent Lane Apartments where you can choose only the amenities you want, Highland Cove has all of your Retirement Living options. Our spacious...
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5 reviews
I give Rosewood Assisted Care 5 stars because I love the staff and having friends around. My room is mine alone with my cat to cuddle and struggle with. He loves walking around the big room and visiting his...
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.
Settle in at Rosewood, a South Salt Lake assisted living community offering full-time care in a homelike setting. Come, feel how comfortable our living and dining spaces are. This community was designed with home comfort and care in mind; with a smaller feel and specialized attention, caring for...
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92 reviews
Sunrise of Sandy has been AMAZING! 5 on all counts! They took attentive, skillful, loving and excellent care of my mother-in-law. Her last year of life was so much better because she was there interacting...
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.
Community & Location Highlights:Offering assisted living, memory care and short-term staysNear Alta View Hospital and Alta View Senior ClinicClose to Sandy Senior Center, the Quarry Shopping Center, South Towne Mall, Jordan Commons movie theater, La Caille, Sandy Amphitheater and Rio Tinto...
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9.8
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114 reviews
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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9.8
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32 reviews
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
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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.
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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9.8
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41 reviews
The staff couldn’t be more compassionate and professional. Legacy House of Park Lane is exceptional and the staff was always, I mean, always, extremely polite and courteous while they cared for my mother
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.
Help with day-to-day living. Our Assisted Living Comunities are designed for seniors who can no longer manage on their own but do not require intensive, 24-hour medical care. Assisted living provides a combination of residential living, health and recreational services, and help with daily living...
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9.7
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64 reviews
Everyone seemed very friendly and welcoming. The director there was particularly helpful and knowledgeable. The only issue we had, but it did get worked out was working with the nurse on her medications....
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.
Cottonwood Creek is an assisted living community in Salt Lake City, Utah. Salt Lake City is located in Salt Lake County and is the most populous city in the state. It offers a wide variety of cultural amenities, recreational opportunities and more, making it a wonderful place to live or visit. ...
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9.6
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39 reviews
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
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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.
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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53 reviews
I'm confident we found the best match for [name removed] needs when we chose Sunrise at Holladay over the others we visited. Yes, it was proximity that put it on the top of the list, but as time progressed...
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.
At Sunrise at Holladay, home should be a place full of possibility, a place to grow and a place you feel truly comfortable. After all, that's what Senior Living should be: life on your terms. Nestled on Salt Lake City's East benches, you'll enjoy beautiful views of the valley and downtown in one...
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9.6
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74 reviews
On number 8 regarding value. I just got notice that rent is going up $[removed] per month. Getting a bit pricey and closer to long term unaffordability.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah with views of the Wasatch Mountains, The Wellington is an award-winning community that provides resort style senior living in a campus setting and has a reputation for being Salt Lake's preferred full service senior living community. The Wellington is...
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9.2
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72 reviews
There is frequent turn over of staff. That being said, the staff is very kind and caring. Staff turnover continues to be a problem, but the staff who are here are excellent!!!!
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.
Olympus Ranch provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds at the foot of Mount Olympus, you'll love our elegant facilities, breathtaking views and the convenience of nearby Salt Lake City. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...
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9.0
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37 reviews
During the 2 months my mom was there the place seemed woefully understaffed... just like all other businesses then and now. Mom was given a lanyard with a call for assistance button, which no one ever...
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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8.9
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25 reviews
The people who provide service and care to my mother are the kindest people I have seen. Over the past year, through the process of searching, moving in, and settling in, I have not had one unpleasant...
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 1999, Legacy House of Bountiful 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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33 reviews
The facility is well maintained and friendly staff. They really do not have many activities at all in the independent living facility. I would absolutely recommend Escalante at Coventry.
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.
Located at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Escalante at Coventry is a senior living community specializing in independent living, assisted living, memory care services and respite care.Escalante at Coventry Senior Living has it all. You can stroll around our resident garden and outdoor...
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8.7
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66 reviews
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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8.5
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2 reviews
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
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.
* 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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8.5
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5 reviews
This is such an outstanding facility in every possible way. The staff took remarkable care of my mother in Memory Care. I got to know them so well, they became my extended family. I'm am sincerely going to...
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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19 reviews
It's a very quiet place that I would have nomproblem recommending them I will say, their add-ons like laundry and prescription meds are expensive but other than that my mom loves 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.
Barton Creek Senior Living opened our doors on September 15th, 1999 and in June of 2021 finished a renovation of our already beautiful building.We are an award-winning community recognized by the Utah Department of Health for Achievement of Excellence. We have proudly accepted the award from Best...
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8.0
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5 reviews
This has been a good place for [name removed]. Staff is friendly and helpful. The facility is well taken care of. Room and common areas are kept clean. The Staff are kind and are helpful getting [name...
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.
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6 reviews
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
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.
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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My aunt lives at The Avenues and loves it there. The staff treat her as a friend and seem to really care about her. There is a warm, happy atmosphere throughout the building. Today while I was...
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.
The Avenues Courtyard is a cozy downtown assisted living community. We are locally owned by Dr. Branson Call and his wife Kathy Call. 24 hour care is available from certified nursing assistants, as well as an on staff RN and trained medication technicians. For our residents, this means knowing...
Cost of independent living in Salt Lake City, UT
The average cost of senior living in Salt Lake City is $3,640 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kaysville, UT with an average of $3,339 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Salt Lake City
Recent reviews for independent living in Salt Lake City
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.
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, with residents and staff described as being kind and easy to talk to. At South Jordan View Retirement Community, residents enjoy socializing with friends both old and new, while at Legacy Village of Sugar House, reside ...
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Variety of stimulating activities. Residents appreciate the diverse range of activities offered, from games and exercise classes to cultural outings and educational programs. At Park Lane Senior Living, residents are kept mentally and physically active through a wide selection of activities, while at Legacy Retirement Residenc ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Fresh, delicious meals are a highlight for many residents, with some communities even accommodating individual dietary restrictions and preferences. At South Jordan View Retirement Community, the chefs are praised for their creativity and dedication to providing excellent meals, while at High ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents describe their living spaces as clean, spacious, and comfortable, with some communities even offering amenities like washer and dryers and balconies. At Sunrise at Holladay, residents love the full kitchen in their apartment, while at Park Lane Senior Living, residents appreciate t ...
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Dedicated and caring staff. Staff members are praised for their kindness, consideration, and dedication to the well-being of their residents. At Legacy Village of Sugar House, the staff is described as phenomenal and caring, while at Highland Cove Retirement, the management is commended for their commitment to ensuring ...
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Convenient location and transportation options. Many communities offer convenient locations near shopping, dining, and medical facilities, as well as transportation options for residents. At Park Lane Senior Living, the downtown location puts residents near everything they need, while at Legacy Retirement Residence, residents appreciate t ...
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Salt Lake City independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salt Lake City independent living 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 dietary accommodations in Salt Lake City 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 City 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
47.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Salt Lake City 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 City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salt Lake City 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 City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
67.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
45.7%
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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 Sunrise of Sandy are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Salt Lake City, 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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Independent Living in Cities Near Salt Lake City
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- Cottonwood Heights, Utah
- Murray, Utah
- Riverton, Utah
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- West Valley City, Utah
- Farmington, Utah
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