Overview of Tradition Assisted Living

Offering 72 beds in West Valley City, Utah, Tradition Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Salt Lake County. The two-story residence features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents can choose from several housing options as their needs change over time. The community has served older adults for 13 years.

Residents have access to transportation services along with a regular schedule of fitness and recreation activities. There are also walking paths, an education center on site, and well-lit common areas for other opportunities to stay active and spend time with others. Meal plans and daily activities help create a structured, social routine. The community is pet-friendly for residents who want to have a pet.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 67, making it moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while other errands and outings are easier by car. This gives residents and visiting family a neighborhood to get around in.

State inspections have mainly focused on administrative and safety documentation, including medication administration procedures, emergency preparedness planning, and recordkeeping, rather than substantiated concerns about resident care. Families visiting Tradition Assisted Living should ask how these areas are managed in the community’s daily operations.

Bed community size
72-bed community Rank #103 / 189Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 189 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Utah that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
13 years in operation Rank #116 / 194Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 194 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Utah that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #70 / 266Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 266 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Utah that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility - Type II
IssuanceSeptember 6, 2012
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 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 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 2023 vs. Utah state average
Overall vs. UT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (100% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (100% 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. 014 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 100% 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. 02 This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0 vs. UT avg 2).↓ 100% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 0%67% This facility has 67 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 67% better

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 360 - 408 / 560 - 750 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Tradition Assisted Living

1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom

Places of interest near Tradition Assisted Living

Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Valley City's city center to Tradition Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Ridge Cottonwood
AL
MC
Holladay (International Gardens)
138
Facility 138
UT AVG 81
Rank #20 / 189
Yes
22
Facility 22
UT AVG 49
Rank #221 / 266
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
UT AVG 20
Rank #119 / 194
A51
2
Facility 2
UT AVG 14
Rank #101 / 135
0.4
Facility 0.4
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #98 / 132
Tradition Assisted Living
AL
West Valley City
72
Facility 72
UT AVG 81
Rank #103 / 189
Yes
67
Facility 67
UT AVG 49
Rank #70 / 266
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
UT AVG 20
Rank #116 / 194
-40
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 14
Rank #1 / 135
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 4.7
Rank #1 / 132
Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville
AL
IL
S Taylorsville-Yes
62
Facility 62
UT AVG 49
Rank #89 / 266
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West Side Center – Special Needs Long Term Care Facility
AL
West Valley City-No
38
Facility 38
UT AVG 49
Rank #180 / 266
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Utah

Tradition Assisted Living is located in West Valley 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 Tradition Assisted Living

Is Tradition Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Tradition Assisted Living has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Tradition Assisted Living been in business?

Tradition Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 13 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Tradition Assisted Living?

Yes, Tradition Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Tradition Assisted Living have?

Tradition Assisted Living has 72 beds.

Has Tradition Assisted Living had any deficiencies?

Tradition Assisted Living has no reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Utah Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Are there photos of Tradition Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Tradition Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Tradition Assisted Living?

Tradition Assisted Living is located at 2938 S Redwood Rd, West Valley City, UT 84119.

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