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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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St. Joseph Villa | Salt Lake City, UT | Photos & Videos

Overview of St. Joseph Villa

St. Joseph Villa is a senior living facility located in Salt Lake City, Utah. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing and in-house therapy. The facility features 221 beds and provides a variety of activities for residents.

(801) 487-7557 contact-stjosephvilla@ensignservices.net

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.23/day Utah avg: 3.72/day

Overall rating

3/5

Utah avg: 3.4/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Utah avg: 2.8/5

Staffing

3/5

Utah avg: 3.1/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Utah avg: 4.4/5

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 221

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

75.1%

176

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for

Flexible care needs

How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 28 days

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$28.1M

Surplus of revenue

$4.2M

Governmental home Facility District

Home revenue

$28,127,159.00

Surplus of revenue

$4,161,595.00

Payroll costs

$13.0M

46.1% of revenue

Other operating costs

$11.0M

Total costs $24.0M

221-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

44 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Occupancy Rate

78%

Occupied Beds

173 of 221

Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.

License Status

REGULATED

Facility Type

Nursing Care Facility

License Date

March 15, 1981

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 465095

County: Salt Lake

Care Services

Accepts Medicare

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

In-House Therapy, Skilled Nursing, Stay Active

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

Show Inspection Reports

Latest inspection

Date:August 22, 2024

Type:Annual Inspection

3 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

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City Creek Post Acute

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Salt Lake City (East Central)

Bed Count: 80

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: AVENUES HEALTHCARE, INC.

CCN: 465072

Occupancy: 70.8%

Home Revenue: $7,455,078.00

Payroll Costs: $3,896,506.00

Payroll %: 52.3%

Avg Residents/Day: 67.10

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.7943

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Citations: 18

Severe Citations: 2

RN share vs State Avg:

-36%

Staffing vs State Avg:

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Occupancy vs State Avg:

+1%

St. Joseph Villa

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: UT 84115

Bed Count: 221

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: SUCCESSOR HEALTHCARE LLC

CCN: 465095

Occupancy: 75.1%

Home Revenue: $28,078,570.00

Payroll Costs: $12,954,935.00

Payroll %: 46.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 175.90

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.2285

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Citations: 14

Severe Citations: 3

RN share vs State Avg:

-22%

Staffing vs State Avg:

-13%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

+7%

Holladay Healthcare Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: UT 84117

Bed Count: 105

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: OLYMPUS HEALTH, INC.

CCN: 465109

Occupancy: 80.0%

Home Revenue: $11,858,126.00

Payroll Costs: $5,794,015.00

Payroll %: 48.9%

Avg Residents/Day: 81.30

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.4839

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Citations: 25

RN share vs State Avg:

-50%

Staffing vs State Avg:

-6%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

+14%

Mt. Olympus Rehabilitation Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: UT 84109

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Pets Allowed: No

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Adj Nurse Hours: 3.4735

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Bed Count: 100

Pets Allowed: No

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CCN: 465112

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Payroll %: 42.3%

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Adj Nurse Hours: 2.9248

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 1/5

QM Rating: 5/5

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Severe Citations: 4

RN share vs State Avg:

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Salt Lake City, UT 84115

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280

Total Staff

279

Employees

Contractors

84,541

Total Hours (Quarter)

115

Avg Staff/Day

8.1

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	37	9.8	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	16	9.9	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	92	8.2	No

Staff by Category

Administration

2 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

176 staff

8.5hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

7 staff

8.6hs shift avg

Therapy Services

47 staff

6.7hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

14 staff

8.5hs shift avg

Social Services

15 staff

6.9hs shift avg

Dietary Services

8 staff

7.3hs shift avg

Other Services

11 staff

7.7hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

0.1%

of total hours from contractors

60 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	92	0	92	30,242	91	100%	8.2
Registered Nurse	37	0	37	10,223	91	100%	9.8
Nurse Aide in Training	21	0	21	6,691	91	100%	7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse	16	0	16	5,845	91	100%	9.9
Dental Services Staff	11	0	11	3,979	91	100%	7.7
Qualified Activities Professional	13	0	13	3,437	91	100%	8.8
Physical Therapy Aide	11	0	11	3,372	76	84%	6.8
Speech Language Pathologist	12	0	12	3,297	84	92%	6.8
Physical Therapy Assistant	13	0	13	3,023	88	97%	6.7
Qualified Social Worker	14	0	14	2,750	69	76%	7
Clinical Nurse Specialist	6	0	6	2,659	79	87%	8.5
Other Dietary Services Staff	6	0	6	2,216	78	86%	7.3
Medication Aide/Technician	9	0	9	1,994	90	99%	7.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician	11	0	11	1,888	87	96%	6.2
Dietitian	2	0	2	839	64	70%	7
RN Director of Nursing	1	0	1	585	65	71%	9
Administrator	1	0	1	520	65	71%	8
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	495	55	60%	9
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist	1	0	1	420	62	68%	6.8
Medical Director	0	1	1	60	13	14%	4.6
Other Social Services Staff	1	0	1	6	4	4%	1.5

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Total Health inspections 3

14% below Utah average

Utah average: 3.5

Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total Health citations 14

49% below Utah average

Utah average: 27.7

4.67 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 13 citations

Complaint investigations 6 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Utah average

Utah average: 0.7

Serious Health citations 3

20% above Utah average

Utah average: 2.5

Moderate Health citations 11

Minor Health citations 0

Citations history (last 3 years)

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 16, 2024

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jul 16, 2024

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 16, 2024

Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Jul 16, 2024

Corrected

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation

Part of: Ensign

Resident Census by Payment Source

160 Total Residents

Medicare 21 (13.1%)

Medicaid 95 (59.4%)

Private Pay/Other 44 (27.5%)

Specialized Care Beds

21 Total Specialty Beds

9.5% of Bed Capacity

Ventilator Beds

9.5%

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

CCRC

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 14.0

51% worse than Utah average

Utah average: 9.3

Functional decline score 28.0

39% worse than Utah average

Utah average: 20.1

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 19.3%

23% above Utah average.

Walking Ability Worsened 38.4%

80% above Utah average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 26.3%

14% above Utah average.

Falls with Major Injury 4.3%

62% above Utah average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.8%

61% above Utah average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.6%

72% below Utah average.

Depressive Symptoms 15.4%

6% below Utah average.

Antipsychotic Use 10.9%

19% below Utah average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 99.4%

2% above Utah average.

Influenza Vaccine 99.3%

1% above Utah average.

Lost Too Much Weight 1.6%

61% below Utah average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 94.2%

Near Utah average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.8%

22% better than Utah average

Influenza Vaccine 89.6%

Near Utah average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for St. Joseph Villa based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 75.1% ↑ 1.7pp vs 2022

Net Income $4,161,595 ↓ ~$100K vs 2022

Total Payroll $14,759,058 ↑ ~$927K vs 2022

Profit Margin 14.8% ↓ 3.3pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	72.7%	71.2%	72.2%	77.9%	78.3%	70.6%	71.7%	72.5%	76.2%	74.2%	73.3%	73.3%	75.1%
Beds	245	245	245	245	245	221	221	221	221	221	221	221	221
Net Income	-$485,013	-$17,606	$647,885	$1,532,054	$1,278,102	$1,261,194	$2,905,670	$3,047,768	$3,549,447	$4,617,915	$4,123,100	$4,261,694	$4,161,595
Gross Revenue	$14,160,545	$15,457,569	$16,438,085	$17,081,208	$16,445,203	$9,236,140	$15,166,258	$18,489,080	$20,213,548	$21,143,651	$22,220,732	$23,478,774	$28,078,570
Operating Expenses	$13,080,139	$13,532,011	$14,262,313	$14,634,797	$15,080,560	$9,596,017	$16,031,975	$16,909,724	$18,669,571	$21,110,667	$20,474,860	$22,575,584	$24,500,349
Net Patient Revenue	$12,364,485	$13,260,521	$14,649,209	$15,921,640	$16,292,881	$10,961,833	$19,118,383	$19,908,768	$22,138,635	$25,653,634	$24,556,282	$26,791,155	$28,613,355
Total Payroll	$7,692,503	$7,699,995	$8,022,942	$8,817,348	$9,366,899	$5,898,772	$9,847,828	$10,346,443	$11,522,127	$12,574,740	$12,224,179	$13,832,410	$14,759,058
Profit Margin %	-3.4%	-0.1%	3.9%	9.0%	7.8%	13.7%	19.2%	16.5%	17.6%	21.8%	18.6%	18.2%	14.8%
Medicare %	10.0%	9.8%	9.9%	8.2%	6.8%	12.0%	7.3%	8.1%	8.0%	15.9%	12.0%	15.6%	11.1%
Medicaid %	41.1%	42.3%	47.1%	49.0%	56.9%	63.5%	65.4%	65.0%	67.6%	63.2%	66.8%	67.7%	71.5%
Private %	48.8%	47.9%	43.1%	42.8%	36.3%	24.5%	27.2%	27.0%	24.4%	20.9%	21.1%	16.7%	17.4%
Revenue/Day	$208	$208	$227	$228	$233	$287	$331	$340	$360	$427	$415	$453	$473
Cost/Day	$220	$212	$221	$210	$215	$251	$277	$289	$304	$352	$346	$382	$405
Avg Length of Stay	130.0 days	120.1 days	128.7 days	142.7 days	133.6 days	117.2 days	105.3 days	82.5 days	87.3 days	96.2 days	85.2 days	83.3 days	108.0 days

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs

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%).

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.

St. Joseph Villa

St. Joseph Villa is a Nursing Home in Utah

St. Joseph Villa is a Nursing Home in Utah

St. Joseph Villa

St. Joseph Villa is a Nursing Home in Utah

St. Joseph Villa is a Nursing Home in Utah

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About this community

Additional licensing details

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Programs & Activities

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2 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

3 deficiencies

Inspection Reports

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Quality of care over time

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Guides for Better Senior Living

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Financial Aid for Utah Seniors

Aging Waiver

Utah Alternatives Program

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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