Avamere at Mountain Ridge
Assisted Living, Nursing Home & Memory Care · South Ogden, UT

Avamere at Mountain Ridge

Assisted Living, Nursing Home & Memory Care · South Ogden, UT

Overview of Avamere at Mountain Ridge

Avamere at Mountain Ridge is focused on promoting an active lifestyle for their independent living; while residents of assisted living are provided with familiarity and comfort; memory care is offered engaging activities. The enriching home continues to show that whatever category of living their residents are situated in, they are provided with quality healthcare.  The lifestyle promoted in the community provides an environment where residents are able to celebrate their individuality and independence. Avamere at Mountain Ridge has welcomed seniors and families to their beautiful community that has been thoughtfully designed to have a wonderful time during their golden years. 

Avamere has ensured that residents are able to live comfortably through their helpful features that include wheelchair-accessible showers, high-speed internet, a kitchenette, cable or satellite TV, and an air-conditioned community– all designed to make their stay easy and hassle-free. A list of amenities that offer endless possibilities include their cafe or bistro, private dining room, dogs and cats allowed, barbershop and salon; as well as arts and crafts center, billiards lounge, fitness center, and library that allow for engaging and enriching activities to be held. 

Bed community size
119-bed community Rank #42 / 192Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 192 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #84 / 197Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 197 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #118 / 280Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 118th out of 280 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
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
IssuanceJanuary 24, 2003
CountyWeber

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsEmergency call system.
Safety Features24-hour staff, call pendants, emergency responders on call 24/7, safety bars in bathrooms.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$3,689 per month
AL$4,281 per month
MC$4,874 per month

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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 2025 · 1 year of data 11 deficiencies 7 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 2025 vs. Utah state average
Overall vs. UT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (21% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (66% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (79% 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. 1114 This facility has 21% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah nursing home (11 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 21% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.64.7 This facility has 66% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah nursing home (1.6 vs. UT avg 4.7).↓ 66% 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. 73 This facility has had 133% more total inspections than the Utah average (7 vs. UT avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 133% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 12 This facility has 50% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Utah nursing home (1 vs. UT avg 2).↓ 50% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 14%67% This facility has 53 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah nursing home (14% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 53% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on January 22, 2025, found deficiencies in staff training, resident assessments, medication administration, and emergency preparedness. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear from the available data. Inspectors cited issues mainly related to staff competency, medication management, and facility maintenance, including housekeeping and safety measures. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Without prior reports for context, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Avamere at Mountain Ridge

Studio 288 sq ft Floorplan
Studio
One Bedroom 365 sq ft Floorplan
1 Bedroom
Two Bedroom 575 sq ft Floorplan
2 bedroom
Two Bedroom 575 sq ft Floorplan
2 bedroom
Deluxe One Bedroom 588 sq ft Floorplan
1 Bedroom
Deluxe One Bedroom 588 sq ft Floorplan
1 Bedroom

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Utah

Avamere at Mountain Ridge is located in South Ogden, Utah.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Avamere at Mountain Ridge

Is Avamere at Mountain Ridge in a walkable area?

Avamere at Mountain Ridge has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Avamere at Mountain Ridge been in business?

Avamere at Mountain Ridge has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Avamere at Mountain Ridge have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Avamere at Mountain Ridge on this page.

Are pets allowed at Avamere at Mountain Ridge?

Yes, Avamere at Mountain Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Avamere at Mountain Ridge operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Avamere at Mountain Ridge is registered as a for-profit in UT.

How many beds does Avamere at Mountain Ridge have?

Avamere at Mountain Ridge has 119 beds.

Are there photos of Avamere at Mountain Ridge?

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