Utah average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

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Spring Creek Healthcare Center is a nursing care community with a regulated license through February 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah, providing skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized memory care services. Under the leadership of Allaire Health Services, this 92-bed community has been in operation for approximately 35 years. With the highest possible 5-star CMS overall rating, the community stands out as a top-performing nursing provider in the Salt Lake City market. An occupancy rate of 63.7% also suggests available capacity for interested families.
The community has undergone two state inspections. Comparative CMS data also reflects a 5-star health inspection rating with zero citations in the reviewed window and zero severe citations, which are indicators of strong regulatory compliance. While two minor fines appear in CMS records, no enforcement actions or immediate jeopardy findings are listed. The staffing score for the community is also 5 stars, with overall nurse hours per resident per day at 3.55, which is slightly below the state benchmark. Families can reference the CMS Care Compare profile for the most current quality measure details.
A well-rounded set of amenities distinguishes this community from many comparable options, with on-site amenities including a beauty and barber salon, a lovely outdoor patio, large flat-screen TVs, two computer labs, and complimentary cable and Wi-Fi. Weekly religious services and a full activity calendar are also provided, along with dining that follows a restaurant-style format with an always-available menu, and a patient concierge accessible 24 hours a day. Clinical programs are extensive, covering respiratory care, cardiac care, wound care, palliative care, respite care, and dementia care. Additionally, the community also offers a dedicated Hispanic program, which is an uncommon service that supports the cultural needs of Spanish-speaking older adults and their families.
Spring Creek Healthcare Center is an excellent option for older adults and families seeking high-quality, well-rated skilled nursing with a broad clinical scope in the Salt Lake City area, particularly those needing long-term skilled care, dementia care, short-term rehab following a hospitalization, or culturally tailored support through its Spanish-language program. The 5-star CMS rating, robust amenities, and professional management also provide meaningful credibility for families exploring care options.
In Utah, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing conducts regular onsite inspections to ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare standards.
Inspections
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
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Total inspections
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical Utah nursing home (2 vs. UT avg 3).↓ 33% better |
Utah average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Utah average 27.7
Utah average 7.62
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
96 of 99 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 99 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 99 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Utah average: 0.7
Utah average: 2.5
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
3,537 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 0 | 63 | 15,229 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 38 | 0 | 38 | 5,764 | 92 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 2,293 | 92 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1,314 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 8 | 8 | 1,040 | 92 | 100% | 11.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 808 | 63 | 68% | 6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 780 | 71 | 77% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 731 | 66 | 72% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 683 | 68 | 74% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 454 | 69 | 75% | 5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 376 | 56 | 61% | 4.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 278 | 57 | 62% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 169 | 46 | 50% | 3.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 97 | 37 | 40% | 2.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 12 | 13% | 5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 6 | 7% | 8.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 41 | 6 | 7% | 6.8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 6 | 7% | 3 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Spring Creek Healthcare Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
7.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Salt Lake City's city center to Spring Creek Healthcare Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Spring Creek Healthcare Center has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to UT state health department records, Spring Creek Healthcare Center's license expires on February 28, 2026.
Spring Creek Healthcare Center has 92 beds.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Spring Creek Healthcare Center in the photo gallery on this page.
Spring Creek Healthcare Center is located at 4600 South Highland Drive.
(801) 272-1892 will put you in contact with the team at Spring Creek Healthcare Center.
Spring Creek Healthcare Center is in Salt Lake County.
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