Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home
William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home is a Nursing Home in Utah
William E. Christoffersen Salt… is a Nursing Home in Utah
William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home
William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home is a Nursing Home in Utah
William E. Christoffersen Salt… is a Nursing Home in Utah
Salt Lake Veterans Home, operated by Avalon Healthcare is a sanctuary where health is held in the highest regard and excellence is the standard. With a comprehensive range of services that cater to the diverse needs of each individual, including specialized memory care, respite care for caregivers, diabetes management, IV services, COPD care, orthopedic care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and more, veterans can rest assured knowing that their unique needs are met with the utmost professionalism and compassion.
The facility also offers recreational, cultural, and social activities that promote camaraderie and enjoyment. From group outings and entertainment to educational programs and social gatherings, there’s always something to look forward to, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. The facility embodies a deep reverence for their service, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs while fostering a supportive and meaningful community of fellow veterans.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
81
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
92.1%
Residents per day (avg)
75
Occupancy rate
92.1%
Residents per day (avg)
75
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
6% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
93% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
10 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
State
Home revenue
$15.6M
Surplus of revenue
$1.4M
Governmental home
State
Home revenue
$15,635,975.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,378,604.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.3M
81-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 39 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Care Facility
License Date
September 11, 1999
License Expiration
September 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
County:
Salt Lake
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing.Compare Nursing Homes around Salt Lake City
William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Salt Lake City
81
No
39
AVALON VA MANAGEMENT LLC
92.1%
$15,632,217.00
$5,849,318.00
37.4%
74.60
5/5
4.8629
4/5
5/5
5/5
-
City Creek Post Acute
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Salt Lake City
80
No
75
AVENUES HEALTHCARE, INC.
70.8%
$7,455,078.00
$3,896,506.00
52.3%
67.10
5/5
3.7943
4/5
3/5
5/5
-
Life Care Center of Bountiful
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Woods Cross
100
No
62
MONUMENT HEALTH BOUNTIFUL LLC
44.4%
$7,640,479.00
$3,229,222.00
42.3%
69.10
2/5
2.9248
2/5
1/5
5/5
3
Paramount Health and Rehabilitation
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Millcreek
99
No
47
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Pine Creek Rehab and Nursing
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Salt Lake City
34
No
70
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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700 Foothill Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84113
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
157
Total Staff
103
Employees
54
Contractors
34,769
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 32 | 9.1 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 10.4 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 87 | 7.6 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
129 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
8 staff
9.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
11.5%
of total hours from contractors
3,994 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 11
Certified Nursing Assistant: 27
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Licensed Practical Nurse: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 27 | 87 | 16,581 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 11 | 32 | 6,678 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 3,389 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,239 | 72 | 79% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 5 | 9 | 1,524 | 75 | 82% | 10.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 797 | 68 | 75% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 63 | 69% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 491 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 480 | 73 | 80% | 6.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 60 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 425 | 63 | 69% | 6.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 412 | 60 | 66% | 6.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 282 | 37 | 41% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 25 | 27% | 1.3 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2019 – Nov 2025)
4
Inspections
22
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
5.5
Citations/Inspection
Nov 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
6
27% of total
Quality of Life & Care
4
18% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
14% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
2
9% of total
Infection Control
1
5% of total
Administration
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
21
Complaint Investigations
1
State Comparison (UT)
Citations
22
Utah average: 27.7
Critical Citations
0
Utah average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2025 | G | Nutrition | F0805 | Open |
| Feb 28, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Feb 28, 2024 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Feb 28, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Feb 28, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Feb 28, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Jun 09, 2022 | D | Administration | F0867 | Corrected |
| Jun 09, 2022 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jun 09, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Quality of Care | F0676 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Resident Rights | F0554 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | E | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2019 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Avalon Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
74
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(2.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
2
(2.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
70
(94.6%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
21
Total Specialty Beds
25.9%
of Bed Capacity
21
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
25.9%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
10.8
Score
16% worse than avg
Utah avg: 9.3
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
24.6
Score
23% worse than avg
Utah avg: 20.1
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
20.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
2.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
3.4%
Depressive Symptoms
4.6%
Falls with Major Injury
3.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
12.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
25.3%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.8%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
27.9%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
8% better than avg
Utah: 92.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
3.9%
259% worse than avg
Utah: 1.1%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
10% better than avg
Utah: 91.0%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
92.1%
↓ 0.1pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1,378,604
↑ ~$900K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$8,116,222
↑ ~$533K vs 2023
Profit Margin
8.8%
↑ 5.5pp vs 2023
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aging Waiver
UT Medicaid Aging Waiver
- General: Age 65+, Utah resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- UT Specifics: Rural challenges; waitlists possible.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Utah Alternatives Program
UT Alternatives
- General: Age 60+, Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- UT Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Utah OAA Services
- General: Age 60+, UT resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- UT Specifics: 12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), legal aid.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Utah Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, UT resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- UT Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program
Utah HEAT Program
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, UT resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- UT Specifics: Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Utah Caregiver Support Program
Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
- General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; UT resident; 2+ ADLs.
- Income Limits (2025): No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- UT Specifics: Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Utah SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, UT resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- UT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, UT resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).
- UT Specifics: Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs
Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs
Official government program page
- General: Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral), UT resident 10+ months/year, homeowner.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$40,000/year (household, abatement); no limit for deferral.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; home value < ~$500,000 typical.
- UT Specifics: Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).
- Services: Tax relief (~$500-$1,200/year) or deferral (postpones payment).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Utah SFMNP
- General: Age 60+, UT resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- UT Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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UT Medicaid Aging Waiver
Aging Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, Utah resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
UT Specifics:Rural challenges; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
UT Alternatives
Utah Alternatives Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- UT Specifics:Limited funding; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Utah OAA Services
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, UT resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025):None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- UT Specifics:12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), legal aid.
Utah Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, UT resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- UT Specifics:Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Utah HEAT Program
Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, UT resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- UT Specifics:Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Utah Caregiver Support Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; UT resident; 2+ ADLs.
- Income Limits (2025):No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- UT Specifics:Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Utah SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, UT resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified.
- UT Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, UT resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth).
- UT Specifics:Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs
Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs
Requirements:
- General:Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral), UT resident 10+ months/year, homeowner.
- Income Limits (2025):~$40,000/year (household, abatement); no limit for deferral.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; home value < ~$500,000 typical.
- UT Specifics:Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax relief (~$500-$1,200/year) or deferral (postpones payment).
Utah SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, UT resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- UT Specifics:Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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