Offering assisted living and memory care in Holladay, Utah, The Ridge Cottonwood is a senior living community in the International Gardens neighborhood on Highland Drive. The two-story community has served residents for 11 years. It provides 138 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving families several housing options to choose from.
Residents receive support with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. They also have access to speech, occupational, and physical therapy. The community provides transportation, housekeeping, interior and exterior maintenance, and move-in assistance, helping reduce many of the everyday responsibilities for residents and their families. A dedicated memory care neighborhood offers a more structured and supportive setting for residents living with cognitive conditions without leaving the community.
Residents gather in a restaurant-style dining room for meals. A private dining room is available for family visits and special occasions. The community also features on-site movie theaters, a game room, and a landscaped courtyard where residents can relax or spend time with others. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving into the community.
Steven Christensen is the Executive Director. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 22, making it a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a short drive instead of a walk.
State inspections have consistently found The Ridge Cottonwood meeting regulatory requirements in areas such as staff qualifications, resident rights, medication administration, emergency preparedness, and building maintenance. There are also no substantiated complaints in the inspection records.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in West Valley, UT
What is the average cost of memory care in West Valley, UT?
The average monthly cost of memory care in West Valley, UT is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in West Valley, UT?
Memory care in West Valley, UT typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in West Valley, UT?
Memory care communities in West Valley, UT typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Utah?
Assisted living in Utah supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does Utah Medicaid cover memory care?
Utah Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Utah) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 1 memory care communities in West Valley, UT. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
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