Legacy Village of Sugar House
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Salt Lake City, UT

Legacy Village of Sugar House

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Salt Lake City, UT

Overview of Legacy Village of Sugar House

Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Wilmington Avenue, Salt Lake City, UT, Legacy Village of Sugar House is a blissful senior living community that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features a wide range of floor plans for each living option including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Experience retirement like no other with scenic views of the city lights and the serenity of the Wasatch Mountains.

With its Personal Touch Culture, the community fosters a meaningful connection with the seniors, their families, trusted partners, and their team to attain balance in life and be genuinely happy. Enjoy restaurant-style dining with friends at the community’s lively dining room with the culinary team’s freshly prepared, healthy, delicious meals. Legacy Village of Sugar House proves its exceptional quality with recognitions as the Best of State, Pinnacle’s Customer Experience Award in 2023, and US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living and Best Independent Living in 2023 to 2024.

Bed community size
160-bed community Rank #12 / 196Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 196 homes in Utah. 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.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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
9 years in operation Rank #138 / 196Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 196 homes in Utah. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Utah facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 89 / 100 Rank #2 / 280Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 280 homes in Utah. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Utah facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility - Type Ii
IssuanceMay 4, 2017
ExpirationMay 31, 2026 Expired
CountySalt Lake

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit
Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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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 14 deficiencies 5 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Utah average:
• Total inspections (67% above)
3 At Avg Metrics at Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (at UT avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at UT avg)
• Inspections with deficiencies (at UT avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (40% below)
Latest Inspection January 21, 2024 Annual Inspection

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. 1414 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Utah average (14 vs. UT avg 14).— At avg
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 77 This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Utah average (7 vs. UT avg 7).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.84.7 This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah assisted living residence (2.8 vs. UT avg 4.7).↓ 40% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 53 This facility has 67% more total inspections than a typical Utah assisted living residence (5 vs. UT avg 3).↑ 67% worse
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 22 This facility has inspections with deficiencies in line with the Utah average (2 vs. UT avg 2).— At avg
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 40%67% This facility has 27 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah assisted living residence (40% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 27% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • January 21, 2024 inspection found nine deficiencies including staff training gaps, incomplete resident rights notices, emergency plan omissions, and unsafe chemical storage accessible to residents.
  • Deficiencies involved missing documentation for employee core competency and annual training, one employee lacking timely tuberculosis testing, and one resident unable to evacuate with limited assistance.
  • Emergency preparedness was incomplete with missing severe weather and disaster plans, and emergency information was not posted in public areas as required.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Legacy Village of Sugar House

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Address 4.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Salt Lake City's city center to Legacy Village of Sugar House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing.

Legacy Village of Sugar House
AL
IL
MC
Salt Lake City (Sugar House)
160
Facility 160
UT AVG 84
Rank #12 / 196
Yes
89
Facility 89
UT AVG 47
Rank #2 / 280
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
UT AVG 20
Rank #138 / 196
52
14
Facility 14
UT AVG 14
Rank #102 / 166
2.8
Facility 2.8
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #73 / 166
Legacy Village of Sugarhouse
AL
IL
MC
Salt Lake City (Sugar House)
160
Facility 160
UT AVG 84
Rank #12 / 196
Yes
89
Facility 89
UT AVG 47
Rank #2 / 280
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
UT AVG 20
Rank #138 / 196
52
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 14
Rank #1 / 166
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #1 / 166
The Wellington
AL
RC
Salt Lake City (1300 East)
140
Facility 140
UT AVG 84
Rank #20 / 196
Yes
42
Facility 42
UT AVG 47
Rank #169 / 280
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
22
Facility 22
UT AVG 20
Rank #87 / 196
31
13
Facility 13
UT AVG 14
Rank #95 / 166
4.3
Facility 4.3
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #96 / 166
Escalante at Draper
AL
MC
Draper
106
Facility 106
UT AVG 84
Rank #57 / 196
Yes
60
Facility 60
UT AVG 47
Rank #101 / 280
Private Rooms
26
Facility 26
UT AVG 20
Rank #66 / 196
21
14
Facility 14
UT AVG 14
Rank #102 / 166
7.0
Facility 7.0
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #119 / 166
Coventry Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Salt Lake City (Cottonwood Heights)
74
Facility 74
UT AVG 84
Rank #103 / 196
No
58
Facility 58
UT AVG 47
Rank #111 / 280
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
UT AVG 20
Rank #128 / 196
11
15
Facility 15
UT AVG 14
Rank #109 / 166
15.0
Facility 15.0
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #149 / 166

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Utah

Legacy Village of Sugar House is located in Salt Lake City, 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 Legacy Village of Sugar House

What neighborhood is Legacy Village of Sugar House in?

Legacy Village of Sugar House is in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City.

Is Legacy Village of Sugar House in a walkable area?

Legacy Village of Sugar House has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

When does Legacy Village of Sugar House's license expire?

According to UT state health department records, Legacy Village of Sugar House's license expires on May 31, 2026.

Does Legacy Village of Sugar House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Legacy Village of Sugar House is registered as a for-profit in UT.

How many beds does Legacy Village of Sugar House have?

Legacy Village of Sugar House has 160 beds.

Are there photos of Legacy Village of Sugar House?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Legacy Village of Sugar House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Legacy Village of Sugar House?

Legacy Village of Sugar House is located at 1212 Wilmington Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84106.

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