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Assisted Living Communities in West Valley City, Utah

Located within Utah's Salt Lake Valley, West Valley City offers seniors the choice of 124 assisted living communities, including facilities in nearby suburbs. These residences charge a relatively steep rate in 2024, with median prices standing at $5,300 — considerably higher than Utah's $4,150 baseline. However, seniors pay about $5,350 nationally, so prices reflect the cost of living across the country.

Read 1117 reviews reviews of assisted living communities below while comparing care options. Reviewers award West Valley City residences an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in West Valley City, UT and Nearby Cities

Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey establishes that West Valley City's assisted living rates exceed the state norm by $1,150. However, seniors reduce their expenses below that median when relocating to Ogden, where assisted living costs $4,000. Logan presents another budget-friendly alternative, with baseline care costs standing at $3,863. St. George, while not the cheapest city, still offers savings of $206 per month over West Valley City.

West Valley City

$5,300

Utah

$4,150

The United States

$5,350

Ogden

$4,000

Logan

$3,863

St. George

$5,094

Paying for Assisted Living in West Valley City

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in West Valley City

Utah, in cooperation with the federal Medicaid program, offers two need-based waivers to low-income seniors. The Utah Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver and the New Choices Waiver were launched to help individuals, who would otherwise be relegated to nursing homes and other forms of institutionalized care, exercise their choice for alternative living arrangements, including assisted living and home-based services.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Utah page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Utah page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in West Valley City, UT

Seniors in West Valley City pay $4,260 less for adult day care, making this one of the cheapest alternatives to assisted living. Conversely, nursing homes provide extensive medical support but cost $2,304 more than assisted living, based on median semi-private rates. Retirees who prefer to live at home and don't require medical care pay $801 more for home care than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$6,101

Home Health Care

$6,864

Adult Day Health Care

$1,040

Assisted Living Facility

$5,300

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$7,604

Note: Since data for West Valley City is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Salt Lake City, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in West Valley City

The following examples are only a taste of what seniors and their families can access to help with assisted living costs. The samples also include sources of help in other matters.

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VA Aid and Attendance Benefit(800) 827-1000U.S. military veterans can apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit to meet some of their assisted living costs. Monthly payments of up to $1,881 are available for single vets, while couples can get up to $2,230 and surviving spouses $1,209. Vets can check eligibility via VeteranAid.org’s free tool. The benefit is added to the VA pension; there is no requirement to pay it back.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(385) 468-3255The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for the rights of seniors living in residential care facilities in Utah. The role involves educating seniors about their rights and investigating their complaints. Third parties can also register complaints with the ombudsman, particularly regarding concerns about possible abuse. The ombudsman also holds data about assisted living facilities in the state, which families can request to help them compare facilities they may be considering for their loved ones.
New Choices Waiver(801) 538-6155The New Choices Waiver is a Medicaid program for seniors currently residing in assisted living communities who may be able to return to home-based care. Seniors may be able to get need-based access to homemaker services, home-delivered meals, nonmedical transportation and medication assistance.
Medicare Counseling(385) 468-3200The Senior Health Insurance Information Program exists to help Medicare beneficiaries understand their plans and get the most from them. Trained counselors provide impartial advice about various plans, including private health care insurance. They can also assist with referrals and appeals and advise seniors who have not yet applied for Medicare.
Harman Senior Recreation Center(801) 966-3600The Harman Senior Recreation Center is open to West Valley City residents aged 60 and over. It offers activities designed to improve fitness, stimulate the mind and strengthen emotional well-being. The center also acts as a location for other services, such as SHIP counseling sessions.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in West Valley City

The Utah Department of Health is responsible for issuing and revoking licenses for assisted living facilities in Utah. Work related to ensuring standards are maintained falls to the Utah Department of Human Services’ Division of Adult & Aging Services.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in West Valley City

  • West Valley City’s climate is suitable for seniors who don’t mind lows averaging 24 degrees during winter and regular highs of 92 in summer. The city has plenty of sunny days, averaging 224 per year, 19 more than the U.S. average. It also experiences approximately 18 inches of rain every year, below the national average of 38. However, it does have more snowfall.
  • The West Valley Campus of Jordan Medical Center is one of many hospitals in Salt Lake County. There’s also the University of Utah Hospital, which is only 25 minutes away in Salt Lake City. It’s ranked #1 in the state by U.S. News & World Report.
  • The cost of living in West Valley City is slightly above the national average. However, figures from Sperling’s Best Places indicate that the city’s position is driven by housing costs. Using 100 as a figure to represent the national average, transportation costs in West Valley City are lower at 97.8, as are utilities at 96.7 and groceries at 93.5. 
  • Property and violent crime statistics for West Valley City are worth noting. The city’s residents have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming victims of property crime, higher than the state average of 1 in 46. Similarly, people who live in West Valley City have a 1 in 141 chance of experiencing a violent crime, while Utah residents in general have only a 1 in 424 chance of the same. However, these figures can be misleading without context. Younger people are much more likely to be victims of violent crime, while property crime tends to affect specific areas and vehicles. In West Valley City, locations such as Oquirrh, Hunter and Parkway Boulevard are known as safe neighborhoods.
  • West Valley City’s water quality scores 68 out of 100, which is better than the U.S. average of 55. Its air quality scores 64, beating out the national average of 58. In both categories, the city outperforms many in the country, although it should be noted that air pollution exceeds the maximum annual limit established by the World Health Organization. However, it isn’t at dangerous levels.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in West Valley City

West Valley City-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Utah are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Utah page for more information about these laws.

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