The historically rich city of Ogden features a walkable downtown district, outstanding scenery and a dynamic arts and culture scene, offering a stunning backdrop for retirement living. It’s among the more affordable places to live in Utah and offers high access to health care with two local hospitals. It also meets the needs and interests of its senior community, which accounts for 11% of its 87,000 residents, through resources such as a vibrant senior center.
Ogden also accommodates its older population with a range of long-term care options, including numerous assisted living facilities. These residential facilities provide personalized care plans for those who need help with daily living activities, along with recreational activities, housekeeping and daily meals. This type of care is very affordable in Ogden, with the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey showing that local facilities charge $3,663 per month for housing and services.
In this guide, readers can learn about common options for paying for assisted living and get an overview of some of the rules that govern facilities. The guide also highlights some free resources to help seniors evaluate their long-term care options.
5526 Adams Ave Pkwy, Ogden, UT, 84405
4.4
(29)
"Legacy House of Ogden was very good. However, they didn't have a lot of space outside to be able to walk around, which is an important aspect for my father. The room that they showed me was probably the best of the ones that I toured yesterday. Th..."
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2639 West 3520 South, Ogden, UT, 84401
4.6
(13)
"I love it here! The staffing is awesome. I love my beautiful apartment it's very spacious and clean. The dinners are so good. I also enjoy the back patio where I can hang out with my friends. "
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1340 N Washington Boulevard, Ogden, UT, 84414
4.6
(11)
"My mother is now in The Auberge at North Ogden, and it's been pretty good. She's in a studio apartment. It is clean and updated. They have internet and TV. They have activities and meals. They have ducks out in the courtyard that actually live the..."
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1450 9th Street, Ogden, UT, 84404
4.2
(13)
"My mom moved into the Gardens Assisted Living. We chose it because it is very clean. The employees are very nice and very happy. It was reasonably priced and something that we could afford. Everything's really good. The food is great. They have a ..."
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1979 N. Heritage Drive, Ogden, UT, 84404
4.8
(5)
"My Father-in-Law lived at Seasons for a year and five months. The staff is wonderful! They were all so loving & attentive with him and they were so quick to take card of anything that he (or we) needed. The facility is well kept, very clean &a..."
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446 North Jefferson Avenue, Ogden, UT, 84404
5.0
(6)
"We chose Our House of Ogden for mom partly based on location. It's near my house and we liked the facility. We liked that it was new and clean, and Cami and Jordan were very, very helpful. We just feel like it's going to be a good fit for my mothe..."
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204 E 1700 N, Ogden, UT, 84404
5.0
(3)
"This is a great place. Our mother has been a resident for a year an a half there. They are always willing to listen and to work with us in any way to help our mother. The nurses there have given me their personal numbers to call if we have any c..."
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1401 Shadow Valley Drive, Ogden, UT, 84404
5.0
(2)
"The people were very nice when they toured me there. I liked the food when we ate lunch. They allow for pets I like. The one bedroom room was really spacious. The room was very clean. I like the activities they do for the residents they seem to li..."
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786 E 2100 N, Ogden, UT, 84414
4.0
(6)
"Quail Meadow was small, a little expensive, and really clean. We liked that is was small since the staff could get to know the people and their particular needs. They were very helpful. They had a group therapy session and ladies doing exercise wi..."
READ MORE931 East 1225 North, Ogden, UT, 84404
4.0
(2)
"This facility, like all the Beehive Home facilities through the state, is excellent. The staff really know what they're doing. They talk with the residents and provide love and companionship and care. I know a resident here who especially loves..."
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2325 Madison Avenue, Ogden, UT, 84401
4.0
(1)
"My friend has been in Aspen for about a month. Everything seems to be fine. The meals are served on time and hot. What she likes about it is the temperature control is remotely controlled. You could stay in bed and adjust the temperature whereas i..."
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237 26TH St, Ogden, UT, 84401
3.0
(1)
"This is a nice facility. The area itself is a little questionable, but I've never heard of anything happening at this facility so I'm sure it's all right. When I visited, the staff seemed a little rushed, maybe a little stressed. But that did n..."
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1425 S 1500 East, Clearfield, UT, 84015
4.7
(39)
"I thought Chancellor Gardens was very friendly, inviting, and had a very nice atmosphere. The residents seemed happy, and the workers there were very sociable and nice as well. The staff who helped me with the tour was very helpful. She answered t..."
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2600 Hobbs View Circle, Layton, UT, 84040
4.2
(18)
"Apple Village was a very nice community. The staff was very knowledgeable. The building was well kept, and it looked nice. The layout was fine. They had a hair salon, a dining area, and a big TV room. They were very clean and well kept."
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3150 West 421 North, West Point, UT, 84015
4.4
(7)
"This place is truly one of the best. The staff is all amazing and friendly to talk to. When having my mother live here, I always knew she was in good hands! The rooms each have their own window and a nice sized bathroom. All of my interactions ..."
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4607 S. Midland Dr, West Haven, UT, 84401
4.3
(8)
"I liked that all the staff at PeachTree Place Assisted Living & Memory Care was friendly and helpful, and I thought their activity director did a good job at finding great activities for their residents. They have music performances, root beer..."
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1885 E. Skyline Dr, South Ogden, UT, 84403
4.4
(34)
"We toured Avamere at Mountain Ridge, and there wasn't anything we didn't like about the place. It was more like a home setting. There was a studio and 1 bedroom available with a private bathroom and little kitchenette. They were empty so that my d..."
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1748 W 1800 N, Clinton, UT, 84015
4.0
(19)
"Country Pines provide assisted living on half of their buildings and senior living on the other half. The lady that helped us out was very nice. They had closed down a little bit because it was a holiday. They said that on regular days, they have ..."
READ MORE3673 W 5600 South, Roy, UT, 84067
5.0
(5)
"My dad will be moving in at Sunridge Assisted Living of Roy in December. We thought that the people that run it were very professional and very, very nice. We thought the facility was very clean. And we just really liked the services that they off..."
READ MORE4390 South 700 West, Riverdale, UT, 84405
4.3
(3)
"I have always thought that this facility was great. The staff seems friendly and helpful, and always goes out of their way to assist the residents. At the other care center we considered for my grandfather, the staff really seemed like they didn't..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Ogden follow rules set by the Division of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing, Certification and Resident Assessment. This division promotes high-quality care for residents by ensuring buildings comply with safety standards, conducting staff background checks and investigating complaints regarding conditions or care standards.
In Ogden, assisted living facilities charge $3,663 per month for housing and care.
Assisted living residents in Ogden pay $3,663 per month for services. While this is over $100 higher than Utah’s average of $3,500, it’s 20% lower than the national median of $4,500. Local rates are fairly consistent with care costs in nearby cities, including Provo, where rates are only slightly higher at $3,695. In St. George, care costs are $160 lower at $3,500, and in Salt Lake City and Logan, fees are about $350 lower at $3,310 and $3,300, respectively.
Ogden
$3,663
Utah
$3,500
The United States
$4,500
Salt Lake City
$3,310
Provo
$3,695
Logan
$3,300
St. George
$3,500
Assisted living fees in Ogden average $3,663, making it one of the most cost-effective senior care options locally. Only adult day health care, which doesn’t include housing, costs less at $1,408 per month. In-home care and home health care are a little more expensive at $5,720 per month, plus housing, meals and recreational activities, making this considerably costlier than assisted living. Nursing home facilities charge $7,604 for shared rooms and provide a higher degree of care than assisted living for those who need around-the-clock medical care and monitoring.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,408
Assisted Living Facility
$3,663
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,604
Seniors in Ogden can cover assisted living expenses with the Aging Waiver for Individuals Age 65 or Older or the New Choices Waiver. The latter is reserved for current facility residents only.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Utah page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Utah page.
Seniors in Ogden can get help with navigating assisted living options and community-based resources from numerous nonprofit organizations and programs. Through the following resources, seniors can obtain options counseling, public benefits assistance and help with finding social activities in the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Hours Senior Center | (801) 629-8864 | Golden Hours Senior Center is a nonprofit organization run by the city’s Recreation Department. It’s open to those aged 50 and over in the Ogden region and hosts a range of activities, such as arts and crafts classes, health and fitness classes, knitting and sewing clubs and language courses. |
| Area Agency on Aging | (801) 625-3770 | The Area Agency on Aging is an independent nonprofit organization that promotes seniors’ independence and well-being through a range of free and low-cost services. Through this organization, seniors can obtain transportation, volunteer opportunities and ombudsman services. It also oversees the Senior Community Council, which advocates for the interests of seniors. |
| Utah Legal Services | (801) 394-9431 | Utah Legal Services provides free legal advice and assistance to those aged 60 and over in the Ogden region. Some services seniors can obtain through the office include help with applying for state and federal financial assistance programs, drafting simple wills and assigning guardianship and powers of attorney. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (801) 625-3783 | The long-term care ombudsman visits assisted living facilities in Ogden to observe conditions, answer questions regarding residents’ rights and help seniors and facilities identify solutions to problems related to care quality or frequency. The ombudsman can also help individuals report instances of abuse and neglect or mediate family disagreements. |
| Veterans Assistance | (801) 662-8256 | The regional Department of Veterans and Military Affairs helps veterans and qualified dependents or survivors apply for state and federal benefits, such as tax exemptions, health insurance, pensions and Aid and Attendance. |
Ogden Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Utah are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Utah page for more information about these laws.
