Dementia, and specifically Alzheimer’s, is a serious, growing problem. In fact, 1 out of every 10 adults over the age of 65 has Alzheimer’s dementia. As Provo's senior population continues to grow (19.61% growth between 2014 and 2019), so does the concern about aging and the risk of cognitive impairment.
In Provo, the number of deaths for those 65 and older caused or partly caused by Alzheimer’s disease increased by 49.9% between 2014 and 2019. To put that into perspective, the number of deaths from all causes for that same age group only increased by 9.4%, showing that Alzheimer's is a growing concern in the region. Overall, the percentage of seniors’ deaths related to Alzheimer’s is higher than the rest of the nation (8.74% in Provo vs. 6.46% in the U.S.).
To help families and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of cognitive impairment find the support and care their loved ones need, we applied our unique methodology and spent dozens of hours researching senior living communities in Provo. In addition to an overview of the communities’ best features, this guide highlights the best memory care facilities in the city, and gives information about pricing, types of care provided, residents’ reviews, and more.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 83% of all caregivers are unpaid family members, relatives, or other friends, and nearly half of all care is for older adults with some form of dementia. Caregiving, especially when it involves Alzheimer’s or dementia, is extremely exhausting and time consuming, leading many caregivers to feel isolated and overwhelmed.
As a loved one continues to progress through the stages of dementia and his or her cognitive abilities continue to decline, behavioral problems, safety, and general care often become more than one caregiver can handle. This is when it’s important to find extra help, and residential facilities that have specialized memory care programs are often the best solution.
In addition to providing a safe environment, memory care programs seek to delay or halt cognitive decline while providing the opportunity for a social, independent lifestyle.
To choose the best memory care facilities in Provo, our team of researchers started by using our unique methodology to develop a list of contenders. We further refined the list in the next phase of our process by completing hands-on research for each one of the companies that we developed. Finally, we compiled online reviews from residents and families and wrote summaries of each facility that made it through our selection process.
Overall, our team:
Courtyard at Jamestown Assisted Living offers memory care, assisted living and independent living in a resort style setting. Staff receive specialized training to better care for seniors with age-related cognitive impairments. The secure community accommodates residents with memory loss through enclosed courtyards, paved outdoor paths and sensory-based activities, all in a peaceful setting. Residents can keep their brains fit with Dakim BrainFitness and keep their bodies strong with yoga and chair yoga. All residents have in-room kitchenettes, and eat in the restaurant-style dining room or order room service. The 24/7 staff are trained in medication management, diabetic care, incontinence care and ambulatory care, and emergency response is provided.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Legacy Village of Provo is conveniently located near The Shops at Riverwoods, with beautiful views of Mount Timanogos. This community's Personal Touch Culture program encourages connection, independence and uniqueness. In its specialized memory care community, the Cottage, trained caregivers provide care to residents with memory loss. On-site certified nursing staff provide practical care 24/7, and a full activity program provides physical, intellectual, social and spiritual activities tailored to residents with memory loss. A fully secure, beautiful outdoor area with walking paths, garden boxes and sitting areas encourages residents to get outdoors. Residents can choose from a selection of apartments and are encouraged to furnish them with personal belongings to make them feel like home.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
BeeHive Homes of Provo creates individualized care plans and provides an engaging and familiar environment for its residents. The small community provides personal attention to meet the needs of memory care residents. Group and individual activities are tailored to residents' unique interests with additional activities designed for those with dementia-related impairments. The 24/7 staff provides medication management under the direction of an RN and assists with all activities of daily life, such as bathing assistance, eating, monitoring and ambulatory care. The community is completely secure and can only be exited by entering a code on a keypad. Other amenities include private bedrooms and bathrooms, three dietician-approved meals a day, shared dining rooms, daily exercise, secure courtyards, daily housekeeping services and weekly laundry services.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Ashford Assisted Living & Memory Care cares for seniors who have specialized needs due to Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The secure community is located in a quiet Provo neighborhood close to retail shops and restaurants. Seniors live in private, sunlit apartments equipped with a wireless emergency response system and fall protection monitoring. Friendly caregivers help residents with cleaning, meal prep and other common household chores in addition to personal health tasks, such as incontinence care and bathing. Seniors are encouraged to participate in group activities, including music and movement classes, art workshops and brain games, to stimulate the senses and maintain cognitive functioning. A quiet, secure courtyard with meandering walking paths and raised garden boxes provides residents with opportunities to reminisce and create new memories.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Heritage Gardens of Springville offers high-quality, individualized care to those requiring memory care and assisted living services. A small, family-run community, Heritage Gardens has 24/7 care by professionally trained staff to ensure each resident is safe and happy. The community is designed to evoke feelings of home with a small, relaxed design, home-cooked meals and spacious rooms. Some rooms offer the space for couples to stay together, allowing residents to feel at home. The community is a pet-friendly environment. Heritage Gardens has many amenities such as church services, an exercise room and an outdoor patio so that residents can remain socially, physically and intellectually engaged.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Covington Senior Living offers specialized memory care to residents with memory loss in Orem, Utah. A locked memory care residence keeps residents safe, and each resident has an emergency button to call a staff member if needed. With a focus on engagement and safety, stimulating activities include animal therapy, reading time, music experiences, exercise, and off-site field trips. Family members are encouraged to visit often to help maintain a sense of normalcy. Residents have access to two outdoor courtyards, a firepit, outdoor seating areas and walking pathways to encourage social engagement and physical activity. A warm and inviting community living room is fully stocked with games, television and bookcases.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Highland Glen's specialized memory care program, Connections for Living, focuses on personalized care through connecting each resident to their support system. Caregivers are trained to care for those with memory loss and encourage wellness through an enriching environment, with beautiful grounds and a full calendar of cognitively stimulating activities. This community embodies Six Dimensions of Wellness and uses empowerment activities for residents to engage with their community. Intellectual, social and physical activities such as movie nights, trivia, and fitness classes enrich residents' lives.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Bel Aire Senior Living is a small senior living community situated in a residential neighborhood of American Fork, Utah. Memory care residents live in private apartments located in a secure, devoted wing of the building. The community utilizes the Dakim Brain Fitness Program to help seniors retain cognitive function through games and other activities. It also uses alternative therapies that incorporate music, movement, sensory stimulation and dolls to reduce stress and promote feelings of human connection. Specially trained CNA's oversee resident care 24/7, offering assistance with the activities of daily living, housekeeping and medication management.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Spring Gardens Senior Living of Lindon is conveniently located with access to social activities outside of the community. Memory care residents are encouraged to maintain their physical and mental well-being through participation in engaging activities. Memory-enhancing therapies are provided in a safe, secure environment by trained staff, with occupational therapy, music therapy, pet therapy and art therapy available. Assistance with daily activities is always offered, and visitors are encouraged to join their loved ones at all-day restaurant-style dining. Common areas include an on-site ice cream parlor.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
BeeHive Homes of Lehi provides memory care in a secured environment that uses a PIN-pad security system, WanderGuard and nighttime management to keep residents safe. The community's CARES acronym highlights the values of cleanliness, accessibility, relationship, empathy, and safety. Its memory care staff provide increased assistance for those experiencing memory loss. Single and shared suites are available, with private, accessible bathrooms, spacious closets and cable television. Residents can furnish rooms with their own familiar belongings, and the layout is optimized to make those with memory loss feel comfortable.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Hearthstone Manor is a small, close-knit assisted living community in Spanish Fork, Utah. Specially trained staff are available 24/7, and spacious, accessible rooms offer comfortable, secure living for residents. Memory care security employs pressure-sensitive pads, motion detection and a staff paging system. The environment is tailored to each resident's individual preferences, and amenities include a beauty/barber shop and plenty of communal spaces including an indoor party space and a secure outdoor garden and patio. A rotating calendar of activities, including book clubs for cognitive and social stimulation and fitness classes for physical activity, provide an engaging environment for memory care residents.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Memory care at Legacy House of Spanish Fork, Utah, focuses on providing the right amount of assistance while maximizing residents' independence and maintaining their abilities to make their own choices. Utilizing a Personal Touch Culture, this community strives to individualize care. A specialized memory care community, called the Cottage, provides support for those with memory loss, with secure indoor and outdoor areas, 24-hour nursing staff and special activities designed to help those with memory loss. Restaurant-style dining is available daily, and beautifully decorated rooms and common areas provide a homelike setting. An on-site beauty/barbershop, a library, an activity room, a game room and a fitness room, alongside common areas perfect for visitors, ensure memory care residents have access to activities that help maintain their mental, physical, and cognitive well-being.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Spring Gardens Senior Living Mapleton has a picturesque location, close to parks and medical centers. Residents can relax outside in the secure gardens or socialize with new friends in the communal areas. The community has a specialized memory care neighborhood for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia. Each resident receives a personalized care plan that includes 24/7 care, and they benefit from services, such as housekeeping and laundry. Residents can take part in a variety of activities designed to slow memory loss and encourage socialization and engagement. They can enjoy three nutritious gourmet meals per day together in the elegant dining room, and transportation is available to take residents to off-site appointments and events.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Beehive Homes of Payson is conveniently located across from a local LDS Church in a residential neighborhood near Main Street and is less than five minutes from Mountain View Hospital. Its smaller home setting in an accessible single-floor building offers a sense of familiarity, comfort and safety. It has an open front porch and a secured backyard, a fireside TV lounge, a central dining/activity area with a piano and country kitchen, and a common room for reading, exercising and watching TV. All rooms have their own bathrooms with ADA-compliant showers, and the monthly rent covers utilities, housekeeping and laundry services. The 24-hour care staff provides individualized daily living assistance and medication monitoring. Residents are served dietitian-approved meals that are nutritious and home-cooked, and they enjoy life enrichment activities such as arts and crafts, bingo, family parties and scenic rides.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
BeeHive Homes of Santaquin is an assisted living and memory care community whose uniquely designed, small setting allows residents and caregivers to get to know each other well, resulting in more individualized care. Frequent assessments of residents make sure that those with memory loss receive appropriate care. Each resident has a private room with an attached, accessible shower, and all residents have access to 24/7 staff. Dietician-approved meals in a community setting, communal spaces with cable television, a secure outdoor courtyard and a hair and nail salon offer opportunities for social engagement. Life enrichment activities are specially designed for those with memory loss, and housekeeping services and medication monitoring are provided.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Opened in 2002, Escalante at Draper is a retirement community committed to caring for seniors coping with Alzheimer's, dementia and other forms of memory loss in a secure and comfortable setting. An around-the-clock care team supports each resident's strengths and capabilities by assisting with routine tasks and personal needs. The community's GENERATIONS memory care program uses music, art and pet therapy to help reduce agitation and anxiety. Three chef-prepared meals are served in the restaurant-style dining room that accommodates the senior's dietary requirements and preferences. Residents enjoy many activities such as fitness exercises, watching movies, playing games and relaxing on the patio. Other amenities include a library, beauty salon, weekly housekeeping, chapel and scheduled transportation to outings.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Sagewood at Daybreak is a senior living community offering a variety of care options that meets the needs of residents throughout Utah. Trained care staff in the memory care neighborhood promotes the independence of seniors who have Alzheimer's, dementia or other cognitive impairments by assisting with dressing, bathing, grooming and other daily tasks. Experienced chefs prepare and serve flavorful, nutritious meals that bring residents together to create new memories. Seniors enjoy a full schedule of group and one-on-one activities, as well as community outings. A beautiful courtyard and large communal spaces give residents a quiet place to sit and relax. Transportation to and from medical appointments can be arranged when necessary. Other great amenities available at Sagewood include a beauty salon, spa, heated pool, art studio and fitness center.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Cedarwood at Sandy is a Kisco Senior Living community conveniently located off Utah State Route 71 and near Interstate 15 in southwest Sandy, less than 3 miles from Alta View Hospital. Its 6-acre campus features a huge parklike courtyard that is connected to the memory care neighborhood's secured garden with pergola patios. Connections at Cedarwood accommodates residents in ground-level memory care suites, each with its own personalized shadow box display. Its partners-in-care approach involves the residents and their families and is practiced by care associates who are specially trained in supporting the unique needs of cognitively impaired individuals. Memory care residents also benefit from 24-hour staffing for emergency assistance and medication management. They enjoy flexible restaurant-style dining and healthy snack options, as well as enriching daily activities.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Located in the Salt Lake Valley in the Wasatch Mountains, Sunrise of Sandy is a two-story senior living community. The community offers two levels of memory care. For residents just beginning to experience memory loss, the Terrace Club program offers minimal care with a focus on independence. Residents who need more care can enter the certified Reminiscence program, where they are paired with life enrichment managers and receive validation therapy. Sunrise of Sandy also provides assisted living and respite care, with medication and incontinence management. Amenities and activities include weekly laundry and housekeeping services, trained staff on call 24/7, walking clubs and religious services.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."
Carrington Court's memory care program, called Cherish The Present While Reminiscing The Past, incorporates each resident's needs and strengths, interests, hobbies and preferred routines into an individualized care plan. The thoughtfully designed memory care neighborhood has its own spacious living and dining areas with discernible color palettes, dementia-friendly lighting and a relaxing view of a double-sided aquarium. Its interior sensory courtyard features a calming fountain with soothing sounds, as well as raised gardening beds and shaded patio seating. The neighborhood also has its own salon, and the layout's openness allows easy navigation. Memory care residents enjoy various activities including cooking, live music, outings and monthly family parties. Carrington Court is in the Santorini Village neighborhood of South Jordan, just 3 miles from Jordan Valley Medical Center.
Reviews describe a high level of care and reliable staff members at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls. One says, "This [community] is absolutely beautiful and the care provided is high above industry standard. Their staff goes above and beyond for every resident. Don't hesitate to place your loved one here. It's hard to find a superb [community] with such caring staff."