
26 Memory Care Facilities in Salt Lake County, UT
The average cost of memory care in Salt Lake County is $4,294 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,875. Cheaper nearby regions include Davis County with an average starting cost of $4,113.
To help you with your search, browse the 49 reviews below for memory care facilities in Salt Lake County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Salt Lake County 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 10 families in Salt Lake County find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Salt Lake County, call (855) 863-8283.
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Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Salt Lake County, UT
Canyon Creek Senior Living
Sunrise at Holladay
Sagewood at Daybreak
Cedarwood at Sandy
Capital Hill Senior Living
The Ridge Cottonwood
The Auberge at Aspen Park
Sunrise of Sandy
Carrington Court
Legacy House of Taylorsville
The Ridge Foothill
Legacy Village of Sugar House
The Sheridan at South Jordan
Legacy House of South Jordan
Assisted Living of Draper
The Wentworth at Draper
Legacy Village Memory Care of Taylors...
Alta Ridge Memory Care Sandy
Pheasant Run Alzheimer's Special Care...
The Wentworth at Coventry
The Wentworth at Willow Creek
Osmond Senior Living of Salt Lake
Sunridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Summit Senior Living
Alta Ridge Assisted Living Holladay
Riverway Assisted Living and Memory Care
What to Consider About Memory Care in Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County is the biggest county in Utah, a state where there are an estimated 31,000 people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. By 2025, this number is expected to be around 35 percent higher at 42,000. Of the 1,100,000 or so residents of Salt Lake County, just over ten percent of them are aged 65 and over. While this is a relatively low demographic in comparison to other parts of the country, there's still a definite need for appropriate facilities to care for seniors with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. There are 27 of these facilities located throughout Salt Lake County that are regulated by the Bureau of Health Facility Licensing and Certification.
- Salt Lake County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as St. Mark's Hospital and the Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Seniors with a respiratory condition may find that their illness is aggravated by the air in Salt Lake County. The American Lung Association has rated the air the 18th worst in the country, with ratings of "F" in its ozone and 24-hour particle pollution categories.
- The overall cost of living in Salt Lake County is around 25 percent more expensive than the national average. This is mostly due to the cost of housing, which is 80 percent more expensive than national averages. Healthcare, which may be a priority for seniors requiring memory care treatment, is almost five percent more expensive than the national average.
- In Salt Lake County, like the rest of the state of Utah, Social Security benefits are taxed. This is something seniors and their families should keep in mind when budgeting for a memory care facility.
Paying for Memory Care in Salt Lake County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Salt Lake County start around $4,335 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,974 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Salt Lake County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Salt Lake County
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Utah page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Utah page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Salt Lake County, please visit our Memory Care in Utah page.
Directory of Winners in the Salt Lake County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Utah are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Utah page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Salt Lake County
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Review of The Wentworth at Willow Creek
I wanted to provided an update since my last review. Since then, my father is dead. We spoke with the facility about the option of either paying more for 1:1 care or transferring. We began initiati... Read more
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Review of Legacy Village Memory Care of Taylorsville
This community was very beautiful. I was looking for memory care for a family friend and Legacy Village came highly recommended by many. I went on a tour earlier this year and when I visited I was ... Read more
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Review of Legacy Village Memory Care of Taylorsville
I have been most impressed with Legacy Village Memory Care. My sister is given all the love and attention that we can’t during this horrific pandemic. The activities that are going on when I visit ... Read more
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