Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim

Overview of Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim

Switchpoint Canyon Rim is a residential community in Salt Lake City, Utah, offering supportive living services for older adults in a structured, community-focused environment. Operated by Friends of Switchpoint Inc., the community is designed to help residents maintain dignity, independence, and meaningful connections while receiving personalized assistance with daily living. Serving 35 residents with a 43-bed capacity, the community is currently operating at approximately 81% occupancy, which is higher than the Utah average of 70.1%.

The community has undergone three inspections, with the most recent inspection on March 14, 2025, which identified two deficiencies related to incident report submissions and fire drill documentation. A total of three deficiencies have also been cited throughout the inspection cycle, which is significantly lower than the state average of 14. Documentation issues are the most common violation reported. However, no fines or enforcement actions were reported.

The community provides assisted living support that includes personal care assistance, medication management, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry services, and organized activity programming. Staff members work closely with residents and families to develop individualized service plans tailored to each person’s needs, preferences, and abilities. Recreational activities, wellness initiatives, social gatherings, and therapeutic programs are also available to support emotional, physical, and social well-being. Activities and outings also encourage participation, engagement, and continued connection with the surrounding community. The community also promotes ongoing involvement with family members and supportive relationships that contribute to a strong sense of belonging.

Switchpoint Canyon Rim maintains a smaller-scale environment that allows for personalized attention and meaningful resident-staff relationships, appealing to families seeking supportive residential care in Salt Lake City.

Bed community size
43-bed community Rank #150 / 192Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #189 / 197Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 189th 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #101 / 270Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 270 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
81%
Rank #29 / 71Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 71 homes in Utah for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Utah average, with its Statewide rank out of 71. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Utah average: 70.1%
Occupied beds
35 / 43
Average occupied beds in Utah homes 60 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Support
IssuanceApril 9, 2024
CountySalt Lake

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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 1 deficiency 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (93% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (94% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (63% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityUT Averagevs. UT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 114 This facility has 93% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (1 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 93% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.34.7 This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0.3 vs. UT avg 4.7).↓ 94% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityUT Averagevs. UT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 43 This facility has had 33% more total inspections than the Utah average (4 vs. UT avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 12 This facility has 50% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (1 vs. UT avg 2).↓ 50% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 25%67% This facility has 42 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah assisted living residence (25% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 42% better

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Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim
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43
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UT AVG 84
Rank #150 / 192
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60
Facility 60
UT AVG 49
Rank #101 / 270
-
2
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UT AVG 20
Rank #189 / 197
81.4% 41
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UT AVG 14
Rank #65 / 138
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #75 / 135

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Utah

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Utah.

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Aging Waiver

UT Medicaid Aging Waiver

Age 65+
General 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

Rural challenges; waitlists possible.

Benefits
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

Age 60+
General Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
UT

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
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

Age 60+
General UT resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Utah Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah HEAT Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General UT resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Age
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

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.

Benefits
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

Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral)
General 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

Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).

Benefits
Tax relief (~$500-$1,200/year) or deferral (postpones payment)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Utah SFMNP

Age 60+
General UT resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim

Is Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim in a walkable area?

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim?

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim's occupancy is 81%.

How long has Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim been in business?

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim?

No, Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim have?

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim has 43 beds.

Has Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim had any deficiencies?

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim has had 1 reported deficiency since 2024 according to records from Utah Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

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