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10 Best Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City, UT

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Salt Lake City nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Salt Lake City, UT may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Salt Lake City or another care type is right for you. Browse 46 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Salt Lake City.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Downtown/Central 9th, Ball Park/Central 9th and Central City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Silver Fork, Brighton and Angels Grove.

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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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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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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
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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.
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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It was wonderful. She was there for a couple of months. It was all paid by insurance and medical so I have no idea about the value. The care was excellent except for the doctor. I thought the doctor was a...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Salt Lake City

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Salt Lake City

Cedarwood at Sandy

4.5
I have been a resident at Cedarwood at Sandy for two months now. And I have nothing but positive things to say. The staff is amazing. So many smiles and so much patience. And it is a delight to be around the other residents. There are games and a lot of activities. Things to participate in every ...
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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 Park Lane in Farmington, UT

4.6
I have recommended Legacy House to several people. I plan on moving my wife and myself there when out multi-level home no longer functions for us. That's as good a recommendation as I can give.

Cost of nursing homes in Salt Lake City, UT

The average cost of senior living in Salt Lake City is $3,932 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kaysville, UT with an average of $3,587 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City, UT vs. nearby cities

Salt Lake City, UT
$3,932/mo
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City, UT vs. the state and national average

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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City vs. other types of senior living

$3,980/mo
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City, UT by room type

$4,365/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

Research services for seniors in Salt Lake City, UT

In Salt Lake City, Utah, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

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.

What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
Complete guide to nursing homes
A Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home
Nursing Home Requirements for Seniors
When Is It Time for a Nursing Home? 6 Questions to Ask Yourself

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Legacy House of Park Lane, Sunrise of Sandy and Legacy House of Bountiful are the top rated nursing homes facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See full list of communities.

There are 46 nursing homes facilities near Salt Lake City, Utah. See the full list.

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