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First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS) | Nursing Home in Salt Lake City, UT

Overview of First Step House – Stratford Apartments (rs)

First Step House is an organization that helps individuals rebuild their lives through treatment, housing, and supportive services. They serve a target population of very low-income individuals with serious behavioral health conditions. The facility provides comprehensive and client-centered services to assist people in building productive and meaningful lives.

(801) 359-8862

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 46

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

100%

46-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

100%

In line with Utah average

Occupied beds

46 / 46

Average residents 60 per day

Facility TypeResidential Support

StatusRegulated

IssuanceSeptember 19, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026

CountySalt Lake

Specific ProgramsResidential Treatment, Outpatient Treatment, REACH, Long-Term Recovery, Housing, Valor House, Additional Programs

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Latest inspection

Date September 18, 2025

Original Licensing

1 deficiency

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Utah average: 14 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)

The most recent inspection on September 18, 2025, found one deficiency related to the provider serving clients without an approved license. Earlier inspections were not available for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear. The main issue identified involved licensing and program administrative requirements, including policies, procedures, physical facilities, and client record maintenance. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. There is no clear trend to assess given the limited inspection history.

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5 facilities compared · CMS & UT Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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City Creek Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Salt Lake City (East Central)	80	70.8%	+1%	3.79				-36%	+2%	0	18	6.0	2	67	-	75	Avenues Healthcare, Inc.	$7.5M	$3.9M	52.3%	465072
Holladay Healthcare Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Salt Lake City	105	80.0%	+14%	3.48				-50%	-6%	0	25	8.3	0	81	A+	-	Olympus Health, Inc.	$11.9M	$5.8M	48.9%	465109
Life Care Center of Bountiful		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Woods Cross	100	44.4%	-37%	2.92				-20%	-21%	3	21	4.2	4	69	-	62	Monument Health Bountiful Llc	$7.6M	$3.2M	42.3%	465112
First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Salt Lake City	46	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Salt Lake City	43	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

City Creek Post Acute

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Salt Lake City (East Central)

Bed Count: 80

Occupancy: 70.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +1%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.8

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-36%

Staffing vs State Avg: +2%

Citations: 18

Citations per Inspection: 6.0

Severe Citations: 2

Avg Residents/Day: 67.10

Operator: Avenues Healthcare, Inc.

Home Revenue: $7,455,078.00

Payroll Costs: $3,896,506.00

Payroll %: 52.3%

CCN: 465072

Holladay Healthcare Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Salt Lake City

Bed Count: 105

Occupancy: 80.0%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +14%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.5

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-50%

Staffing vs State Avg: -6%

Citations: 25

Citations per Inspection: 8.3

Avg Residents/Day: 81.30

Operator: Olympus Health, Inc.

Home Revenue: $11,858,126.00

Payroll Costs: $5,794,015.00

Payroll %: 48.9%

CCN: 465109

Life Care Center of Bountiful

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Woods Cross

Bed Count: 100

Occupancy: 44.4%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -37%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 2.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-20%

Staffing vs State Avg: -21%

Number of Fines: 3

Citations: 21

Citations per Inspection: 4.2

Severe Citations: 4

Avg Residents/Day: 69

Operator: Monument Health Bountiful Llc

Home Revenue: $7,640,479.00

Payroll Costs: $3,229,222.00

Payroll %: 42.3%

CCN: 465112

First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Salt Lake City

Bed Count: 46

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Salt Lake City

Bed Count: 43

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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Aging Waiver

UT Medicaid Aging Waiver

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Rural challenges; waitlists possible.

Utah Alternatives Program

UT Alternatives

General: Age 60+, Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).

UT Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Utah OAA Services

General: Age 60+, UT resident; no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

UT Specifics: 12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Utah Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah HEAT Program

General: Age 60+ prioritized, UT resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

UT Specifics: Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

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 Specifics: Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Utah SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, UT resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified.

UT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs

General: Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral), 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 Specifics: Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Utah SFMNP

General: Age 60+, UT resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

UT Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.

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First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)

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Inspection History

1 visit/inspection Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

1 deficiency

Inspection Report Summary for First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)

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Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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