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Best Independent Living in West Valley, UT

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in West Valley, UT using Utah Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in UT
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Last updated
Dec 2025
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2 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in West Valley, UT. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in West Valley, UT. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Highland Cove Retirement
IL
AL
Millcreek
-Yes
56
Facility 56
UT AVG 47
Rank #118 / 280
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
UT AVG 20
Rank #72 / 196
A+
Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville
IL
AL
Taylorsville
-Yes
62
Facility 62
UT AVG 47
Rank #92 / 280
Studio--
Beeutahful Beginnings, LLC - Walter Way (CBCDS)
West Valley
32
Gray Griffin Sober Living (West Valley)
RC
West Valley
154
Life Care Community - Community Based Day Support (CBCDS)
West Valley
31
Nurture To Grow LLC - (CBCDS)
West Valley
31
Oasis Housing, Inc. - Oasis 2
RC
West Valley
83
Siones Home - (CBCDS)
West Valley
31
Village Services (CBCDS)
West Valley
32
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.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville

Truewood by Merrill – Taylorsville prides themselves on having a comfortable environment where residents can do as they please and enjoy the experience at the community. Truewood promotes a kind of service that is flexible to the needs of any residents. The independent living, assisted living, and memory care community boasts of being an “attainable resident-and-family-centered” community where it essentially is friendly to the affordability and practicality of what the families need. Just as any Truewood by Merrill senior living home, independence is promoted by every living option; Truewood boasts a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy given by the residents.

Truewood service caters the essential amenities and services available to residents such as the housekeeping and transportation services, dining areas and lounge areas, and a courtyard– to name a few of what they offer. Their private apartments are well maintained and kept by their housekeeping and linen service. Community amenities include shared courtyards, outdoor parkways, and recreational areas that encourage an engagement among seniors.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in West Valley, UT

What is the average cost of independent living in West Valley, UT?

The average monthly cost of independent living in West Valley, UT is approximately $1,683. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in West Valley, UT?

Independent living in West Valley, UT typically ranges from $907 - $3,452 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 independent living communities in West Valley, UT. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in West Valley, UT?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in West Valley, UT, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in West Valley, UT?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.