Local resources
Salt Lake County senior resources, all in one place.
Programs we point families to most often. Each was checked against its official website in October 2026. Details change, so please confirm eligibility with the provider.
Not sure who to call? Start with Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services at 385-468-3200, 2001 South State Street. Staff will help sort out what you qualify for (saltlakecounty.gov).
Everyday help
| Program | What it does | Who qualifies | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels | Hot midday meals delivered Monday to Friday; donations welcome | 60+, homebound, county resident | 385-468-3200 |
| Rides for Wellness | Rides to vital medical appointments; $3 suggested donation | 60+, no other transportation | 385-468-3200 |
| UTA Reduced Fare | Reduced fares on TRAX, buses, and FrontRunner | 65+ (and other groups) | Apply online |
| Medicaid Aging Waiver | Case management and in-home services to stay at home | 65+, Medicaid eligible | 385-468-3200 |
| The Alternatives Program | In-home help with daily activities | 18+, income and asset limits | 385-468-3200 |
| Habitat Critical Home Repair | Grants and 0% deferred loans for safety and accessibility repairs | Low-to-moderate income homeowners | 801-263-0136 x211 |
| Utah 211 | Free referral to any human service | Everyone | 211 |
Health & memory
| Program | What it does | Who qualifies | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHIP Medicare Counseling | Free, unbiased Medicare guidance; not affiliated with insurers | Medicare beneficiaries and families | 385-468-3200 |
| Active Aging Program | Tai Chi, EnhanceFitness, Stepping On, StrongerMemory, and chronic condition classes | Mostly 60+ | 385-468-3082 |
| Alzheimer's Association, Utah | Support, education, and care options; 24/7 helpline | People with dementia and families | 800-272-3900 |
| U of U Cognitive Disorders Clinic | Evaluation and treatment of memory and thinking problems | Self-referral accepted | 801-585-7575 |
| Utah Dementia Resource Hub | State dementia and caregiver resources | Everyone | Online |
Legal help & protection
| Program | What it does | Who qualifies | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Legal Services, Senior Law | Free civil legal help: housing, benefits, consumer issues, wills | 60+, Salt Lake County resident | 801-328-8891 |
| Utah State Bar, Find a Lawyer | Referrals to private elder law attorneys | Everyone (paid) | Online |
| Adult Protective Services | Investigates abuse, neglect, and exploitation | Vulnerable adults | 1-800-371-7897 |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | Advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living | Facility residents and families | 385-468-3255 |
| Recorder's Property Watch | Free alerts when a document is recorded on your property | County property owners | 385-468-8145 |
More fraud-reporting contacts are on our scam protection page.
Caregiver support
| Program | What it does | Who qualifies | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caregiver Support Program | Respite, homemaking, adult day care, supplies, support groups, training; no fees | Unpaid caregivers of someone 60+ or with dementia | 385-468-3280 |
| Neighborhood House Adult Day | Supervised day care, including for dementia; sliding fee | Adults 18+ | 801-363-4589 |
Housing & moving
| Provider | What it does | Notes | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing Liaison Program | Help applying for affordable senior housing | County program; does not provide vouchers | 385-468-3200 |
| Jeff Marchant, Marchant Real Estate Group at eXp Realty | Selling a parent's home, downsizing, and finding the right next home, including 55+ and senior living options; can connect you with trusted move help | Founder of this site; licensed Utah Realtor | 801-255-8850 |
| Let's Make This Move | Rightsizing, packing, move-day help, settling in | Paid | 801-310-3838 |
| Caring Transitions SLC | Sorting, downsizing, estate sales, relocation | Paid | 801-895-7321 |
Commercial providers are listed for information, not as endorsements, and we receive nothing for listing them. Jeff Marchant is the Realtor who founded this site, and real estate services are how he earns a living.
Senior centers
Free membership for adults 60+, with meals, classes, exercise, and friends. Call ahead for hours. From the county's 2025 list; see the current center page.
| Center | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Draper | 1148 E Pioneer Road | 385-468-3330 |
| Eddie P. Mayne Kearns | 4851 W 4715 S | 385-468-3100 |
| Liberty | 251 E 700 S | 385-468-3170 |
| Magna-Kennecott | 9228 W 2700 S | 385-468-3000 |
| Midvale | 7550 S Main Street | 385-468-3350 |
| Millcreek Community Center | 2266 E Evergreen Ave | 385-468-3305 |
| Mount Olympus | 1635 E Murray-Holladay Road | 385-468-3130 |
| River's Bend | 1300 W 300 N | 385-468-3015 |
| Riverton | 12914 S Redwood Road | 385-468-3040 |
| Sandy | 9310 S 1300 E | 385-468-3410 |
| South Salt Lake | 2531 S 400 E | 385-468-3340 |
| Taylorsville | 4743 S Plymouth View Dr. | 385-468-3370 |
| Tenth East | 237 S 1000 E | 385-468-3140 |
| West Jordan | 8025 S 2200 W | 385-468-3401 |
Keep the key numbers by the phone
Everything above is free to use, and always will be. If you'd like it on one printable page for the fridge, we'll send you our Salt Lake County Senior Services Quick Reference.
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