Nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake, Utah’s capital city has an estimated senior population of 22,262. Despite an overall cost of living nearly 19% higher than the United States average, the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020 found that Salt Lake City’s median monthly cost of nursing home care is $6,996, more than 10% below the national figure.
Around-the-clock emergency medical care with continuous supervision from physicians and registered nurses is part of what distinguishes nursing homes from other types of long-term care. In a nursing facility, diabetes management, vital signs monitoring, skilled nursing and wound care are routine services in addition to assistance with daily living activities. If the provided medical care is not necessary, seniors may be able retain more autonomy with home care or assisted living.
An overview of the cost of senior care in Salt Lake City as well as resources that can help seniors pay for nursing home care, or similar in-home services, are included in this guide. Additionally, we touch on programs that may help seniors reduce their expenses and services that can investigate their concerns about a long-term care facility.