Highland Cove Retirement

Q: Is Highland Cove Retirement in a walkable area?

Highland Cove Retirement has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: Are there photos of Highland Cove Retirement?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Highland Cove Retirement in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of Highland Cove Retirement?

(801) 272-8226 will put you in contact with the team at Highland Cove Retirement.

Q: Is Highland Cove Retirement Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Highland Cove Retirement is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Highland Cove Retirement

For over 40 years, Highland Cove Retirement has gained recognition because of their praised service and consumer satisfaction. Residents of independent and assisted living are encouraged to find independence in the midst of the quality service they receive. The upscale senior living community strives to accommodate a diverse group of individuals that is able to meet all their needs. They provide a stimulating environment where their mental, physical, and emotional needs are being met through the assistance of the compassionate and professional care staff. Highland Cove Retirement is a person-centered community that guarantees residents are able to live life on their own terms as independently as possible.

As a proud member of the Century Park Associates, Highland Cove provides exceptional and resort-like hospitality. Independent living and assisted living residents can find a list of possibilities that interest them with the amenities and services that cater to their day to day living: social and cultural events, indoor pool and hot tub, recreational activities, and many more. There’s an array of possibilities waiting to be discovered at the Highland Cove Retirement community.

(801) 272-8226

25 years in operation

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Walk Score: 56 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)

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About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Kurt Blalock, COO

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 220-280 / 530 / 870 / 910 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Highland Cove Retirement

Highland Cove Retirement 2Bed

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Highland Cove Retirement Studio Suite

Highland Cove Retirement Studio

9.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Millcreek's city center to Highland Cove Retirement's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.68 miles to nearest hospital (George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center)

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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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

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

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Is Highland Cove Retirement in a walkable area?

Highland Cove Retirement has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Highland Cove Retirement?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Highland Cove Retirement in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Highland Cove Retirement?

(801) 272-8226 will put you in contact with the team at Highland Cove Retirement.

Is Highland Cove Retirement Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Highland Cove Retirement is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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