Aging & Adult Services | 385-468-3200 | As Salt Lake City’s Area Agency on Aging, the Aging & Adult Services division serves seniors through transportation services, nutrition programs and information and referrals. Seniors can contact the department for assistance with arranging subsidized home-based care, health insurance options counseling and housing assistance. |
Crossroads Urban Center | 888-747-8482 | Crossroads Urban Center provides income-qualified seniors with food and gently used clothing. The organization operates two pantries and a thrift store, and it distributes holiday meals through the annual Food for the Holidays program. |
Meals on Wheels Salt Lake City | 385-468-3200 | Meals on Wheels distributes nutritious meals to housebound individuals aged 60 and over in Salt Lake City. It also operates the PetsPlus Meals on Wheels program to provide food for program participants’ pets. |
Utah Independent Living Center Loan Bank | 801-466-5565 | Through UILC, seniors can borrow assistive equipment for up to 3 months, with an option to renew. Some of the equipment the organization may lend out includes wheelchairs, shower benches, walkers, commodes and toilet seat risers, depending on availability. |
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | 385-468-3255 | The long-term care ombudsman helps older adults compare local assisted living facilities and understand residents’ rights. They also investigate complaints regarding issues affecting residents’ quality of life or access to necessary services. |
Utah Legal Services | 801-328-8891 | Utah Legal Services serves those aged 60 and over, regardless of income, through free civil legal support and guidance. Seniors can contact this nonprofit organization for assistance with applying for Medicare or Medicaid, creating simple wills and resolving consumer debt problems. |
Handyman and Home Repair Program | 801-535-7228 | This city-sponsored program offers grants of up to $50,000 to help very low-income seniors aged 62 and older make major home repairs that ensure safety and livability. Eligible participants may also receive up to $1,500 in free handyman services for minor repairs and maintenance. |
Utah Community Action | 801-359-2444 | UCA provides financial assistance to income-qualified seniors throughout Salt Lake City, helping them remain safe and comfortable at home. It administers a weatherization and heat assistance program to help seniors manage high utility bills, as well as nutrition and emergency food services. |
Liberty Senior Center | 385-468-3170 | The Liberty Senior Center hosts activities and classes for those aged 60 and over, including a monthly book club, karaoke, music lessons and open art studio sessions. The center has a daily congregate lunch program for a suggested $4 donation. |
Utah Health Care Association | 801-486-6100 | UHCA provides resources for seniors considering assisted living, including consumer guides that outline details regarding available services, state licensing requirements and financial considerations. It also has a database of assisted living facilities throughout the Salt Lake City region. |
Library at Your Door | 801-948-7933 | This program delivers library materials to older adults unable to visit the county library. Seniors can check out up to 10 materials at a time, including books, audiobooks, music and movies. |
Social Security Administration | 800-772-1213 or 800-325-0778 (TTY) | The Social Security Administration operates a field office in Salt Lake City and another in nearby South Jordan. At these locations, seniors can apply for Social Security or Medicare benefits, replace identification cards and be screened for Medicaid. |
Utah State Tax Commission | 385-468-7233 | The Utah State Tax Commission provides programs to help older adults reduce their property tax burden, letting some seniors retain ownership of their homes while in assisted living. Programs includes the Veterans with a Disability Exemption, Indigent Abatement/Deferral and the Homeowner’s Tax Credit. |
UTA Reduced Fare FAREPAY Card | 801-743-3882 | This card provides a flat-rate $1 fare for seniors using the city’s public transportation system. It applies to the public buses, TRAX, FrontRunner, S-Line streetcar and UTA On Demand services. |
Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs | 801-326-2372 | The state’s Department of Veterans and Military Affairs helps veterans apply for financial assistance programs, tax breaks and benefits that apply to assisted living expenses. The office also refers individuals to community-based services and programs. |
George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | 801-582-1565 | The local VA medical center provides 24-hour emergency medical services and specializes in geriatric medicine. Other services include dental surgery, mental health care, nutrition counseling and pharmacy services. |