Cottonwood Creek
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Millcreek, UT
Cottonwood Creek
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Millcreek, UT
Overview of Cottonwood Creek
Tucked away in the quiet suburbs of southeastern Salt Lake City, Utah, Cottonwood Creek is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living and short-term stays. Offering a wide variety of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, the community provides residents plenty of options to find the residence that suits their preferences and needs. Residents find comfort, knowing that a compassionate team is available 24/7 to support them.
Committed to letting residents experience greater confidence and independence in a vibrant environment, Cottonwood Creek conducts a diverse calendar of activities focused on health, wellness, and making connections. Residents enjoy the convenience of on-site therapy specialists and fitness and rehab centers, stroll along beautifully landscaped walking paths with , or relax fireside in the piano lounge. With laundry, linen, housekeeping, and maintenance handled by a hardworking team, residents live a life free of chores with more time on their hands to do the things they enjoy.
120-bed community Rank #33 / 192Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 192 homes in Utah for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Utah facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
22 years in operation Rank #87 / 197Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 197 homes in Utah for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Utah facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #193 / 280Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd out of 280 homes in Utah for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Utah facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility - Type I
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 8, 2003
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountySalt Lake
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Kelly Jensen, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Inspection History
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.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
12 deficiencies
2 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Utah state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Utah state average
Overall vs. UT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Utah average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 14 | This facility has 14% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (12 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 14% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6 | 4.7 | This facility has 28% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah assisted living residence (6 vs. UT avg 4.7).↑ 28% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Utah average (2 vs. UT avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- February 5, 2024 inspection found 12 deficiencies including administrator duties, personnel training, resident assessments, food service, housekeeping, emergency preparedness, and medication administration.
- Deficiencies included unlocked hazardous materials storage, missing food handler permit, incomplete fire drill documentation, and lack of overnight fire drill for Q3 2023.
- No complaints were investigated or substantiated during the February 5, 2024 inspection.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 380 / 680 / 760 / 900 / 1000 Sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cottonwood Creek
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Millcreek's city center to Cottonwood Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Millcreek
Info below is compiled from the UT Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Cottonwood Creek | AL RC | Millcreek (Convest) | 120
Facility
120
UT AVG
84
Rank
#33 / 192 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
UT AVG
47
Rank
#193 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
UT AVG
20
Rank
#87 / 197 | A+ | 2 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
UT AVG
14
Rank
#47 / 109 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#70 / 109 |
| Sunrise at Holladay | AL IL MC | Millcreek (Holladay Grove) | 101
Facility
101
UT AVG
84
Rank
#61 / 192 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
UT AVG
47
Rank
#80 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
UT AVG
20
Rank
#101 / 197 | - | 1 | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Creek
What neighborhood is Cottonwood Creek in?
Cottonwood Creek is in the Convest neighborhood of Millcreek.
Is Cottonwood Creek in a walkable area?
Cottonwood Creek has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Cottonwood Creek's license expire?
According to UT state health department records, Cottonwood Creek's license expires on February 28, 2027.
How long has Cottonwood Creek been in business?
Cottonwood Creek has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Cottonwood Creek?
Yes, Cottonwood Creek allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Cottonwood Creek have?
Cottonwood Creek has 120 beds.
Are there photos of Cottonwood Creek?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Cottonwood Creek in the photo gallery on this page.
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