Discover the best senior living communities in Utah. Learn why Stellar Living communities stand out with exceptional care, amenities, and lifestyle options for seniors.
What Makes Utah Great for Seniors?
Utah is a great place for seniors and retirees. With excellent healthcare, reasonable cost of living, incredible scenery, senior-friendly culture, and tons of recreation options, there’s so much to love about Utah. Many seniors report Utah as a great place to live, and it’s a popular place to retire. Senior living in Utah also continues to grow rapidly, with many senior living communities throughout the state.
Healthcare in Utah is extremely high-quality, with the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, an award-winning hospital that is top in several specialties, including cancer care, ophthalmology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, urology, and lung surgery.
Utah also features incredible natural beauty, with the impressive Rocky Mountains, the Great Salt Lake, and southern Utah’s world-famous red desert. In fact, Utah has five different national parks, including Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. This is more than any state besides California and Alaska! Many seniors enjoy RV camping and traveling to visit these parks. There’s so much to see and learn, which helps seniors stay active.
And, reasonable cost of living and senior-friendly culture make Utah an easy place to live. Seniors in Utah tend to volunteer more and feel less isolated than those in other states (read more here). Housing, gas, utilities, and food costs are still below the national average, which is good for seniors on a fixed income.
Since there is a growing demand for senior living options, many senior living communities are being built throughout the state. Read on to find out if a senior living community is the right fit for you, and a list of the best senior living communities in Utah.
Why Choose A Senior Living Community?
Seniors playing games and chatting at a senior living community
Many seniors are choosing to move to senior living communities once they retire. Senior living isn’t right for everyone, but it’s a great option that every senior and their loved ones should consider. Some of the benefits of senior living include:
- High-quality, nutritious meals provided, so you don’t have to spend time cooking if you don’t want to or rely on unhealthy takeout or microwave meals
- Housekeeping and linen services, so you don’t have to spend your retirement cleaning
- Private transportation available for those who don’t want to drive
- Well-maintained outdoor areas and landscaping
- Same-day maintenance responses, instead of calling 10 people and waiting for someone to squeeze you in, then paying high labor and materials costs for home repairs and maintenance
- Tons of fun activities planned for you every day
- Lots of people of a similar age, life stage, and interests right in your own building or neighborhood, which makes it easy to make friends and find community
- Many communities offer independent living, assisted living and/or memory care, making it possible for you to get the care you need as you age easily and without needing to move
- Safety, security, and peace of mind, knowing that help is readily available 24/7 and people are looking out for you
However, there are reasons senior living might not be right for you, too. Here are some potential “cons” to senior living.
- Higher cost. Many senior living communities in Utah cost upwards of $3,000 a month, which can be more than some are willing or able to spend. However, it’s important to note that these monthly costs include all the benefits previously listed, including food, utilities, maintenance, activities, transportation, and potentially additional care. This could make senior living more affordable than you might expect.
- Less privacy than a single-family home. While most seniors benefit from community, neighbors, and friends in an apartment-style building or neighborhood, some may prefer the higher privacy of a single-family home.
- Adjustment period. Moving to any new place can require a period of adjustment, and some seniors may wish to avoid that by staying in their home.
The Best Senior Living Communities in Utah
So, what are the best senior living communities in Utah? We believe that Stellar Living communities are truly the best of the best. With our incredible, experienced staff, resort-style amenities, lively and active community, friendly people, excellent food, and five-star dining, it’s hard to beat a Stellar community. These are Stellar’s best senior living communities in Utah!
- Park Lane Senior Living is a 55+ neighborhood that provides independent living in Salt Lake City. Located downtown, right next to the University of Utah, you’ll have access to the best hospital in Utah. You’ll also enjoy Park Lane’s walkable area in beautiful, diverse, and accepting Salt Lake City.
- Creekside Assisted & Senior Living is one of the best senior living communities in Bountiful, Utah that offers a full spectrum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The stunning beauty of this community both indoors and out, including a pond and putting green, really sets Creekside apart.
- Copper Creek Senior Living is a top-rated senior living community in the heart of downtown South Jordan. Copper Creek provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a hopeful, friendly, and homey environment.
- Courtyard at Jamestown also offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in beautiful Provo, Utah. This community is very elegant and the location is peaceful and family-friendly.
Stellar Living and Utah Senior Living: A Match Made in Heaven
Stellar Living is headquartered in Utah, so we know what a great place this is for seniors. We think you’ll agree that Stellar Living communities are the best senior living communities in Utah. But don’t take our word for it! Explore Stellar Living’s senior communities in Utah and schedule a tour today.
