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Paramount Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Salt Lake City

Overview of Paramount Health and Rehabilitation

Overlooking the scenic South 500 East, Salt Lake City, UT is the blissful senior living community of Paramount Health and Rehabilitation that focuses on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The community boasts a team of dedicated and specially trained professionals who provide top-notch care and assistance to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations. Moreover, certified therapists focus on various practices including wound care, lymphedema, pulmonary programs, and speech-language therapy, among others.

Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community prepares a well-curated calendar of activities and engaging programs to keep seniors active and happy. With a holistic approach to care, residents can ease their worries and live their lives to the fullest. Paramount Health and Rehabilitation is a safe place for seniors to experience the finest retirement with its incredible spaces and excellent services.

(801) 262-9181 contact-Paramount@ensigngroup.net

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Utah state averages

Staff type	Hours / day	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	47m per day	▼ 34% State avg: 1h 11m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	18m per day	▼ 40% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 11m per day	▼ 8% State avg: 2h 22m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	2h 51m per day	▼ 19% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	5m per day	▼ 29% State avg: 7m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	36m per day	▼ 28% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 29m per day

99-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

27 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 47 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeNursing Care Facility

StatusActive

IssuanceSeptember 4, 1998

ExpirationMay 31, 2027

CountySalt Lake

Accept Medicaid

Accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Specific ProgramsIn-house Therapy, Stay Active, Activities & Excursions, Church Services

Religious ServicesYes

What does this home offer?

Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total Residents: 99

Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at Paramount Health and Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing

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Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Utah

Paramount Health and Rehabilitation is located in Millcreek, 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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Utah SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, UT resident.

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

Asset Limits Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

0.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Millcreek's city center to Paramount Health and Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.12 miles to nearest hospital (University of Utah Health Care Occupational Medicine)

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Short-stay resident measures

Significantly above average

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 20.0%

15% worse than Utah average

Utah average: 17.4%

Emergency department visits 8.0%

32% better than Utah average

Utah average: 11.8%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than Utah average

Utah average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 65.4%

22% better than Utah average

Utah average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 56.3%

11% better than Utah average

Utah average: 50.6%

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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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)	108	70.8%	+1%	3.79				-36%	+2%	18	6.0	2	67	-	75	Avenues Healthcare, Inc.	$7.5M	$3.9M	52.3%	465072
Highland Care 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).	Salt Lake City (Holladay)	103	96.9%	+38%	2.89				-	-22%	0	0.0	0	302	A+	63	Non Mrtl Tr Uw Milton Ostreicher	$99.3M	$15.9M	16%	335505
Paramount Health and Rehabilitation	-	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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. 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).	Millcreek	99	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	47	-	-	-	-	-
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	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
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	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

City Creek Post Acute

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Salt Lake City (East Central)

Bed Count: 108

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: $7,457,395.00

Payroll Costs: $3,896,506.00

Payroll %: 52.3%

CCN: 465072

Highland Care Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH

Community:Location: Salt Lake City (Holladay)

Bed Count: 103

Occupancy: 96.9%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +38%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 2.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: -22%

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 301.80

Operator: Non Mrtl Tr Uw Milton Ostreicher

Home Revenue: $99,295,947.00

Payroll Costs: $15,910,176.00

Payroll %: 16%

CCN: 335505

Paramount Health and Rehabilitation

Type of care: AL IL MC NH

Community:Location: Millcreek

Bed Count: 99

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS)

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: 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:Location: Salt Lake City

Bed Count: 43

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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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.

Financial Assistance for
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Aging Waiver

Utah Alternatives Program

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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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.

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Financial Assistance for Nursing Home in Utah

Aging Waiver

Utah Alternatives Program

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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