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Active seniors who want to retire in a senior-friendly, sun-filled locale should consider St. George, UT. St. George has a large senior population with 23.8% — or about 22,691 residents — aged 65 and older. There’s a lot to do in and near this city of about 95,342 people, but those who feel like jetting off can make their way to the St. George Regional Airport. Seniors also have access to St. George Regional Hospital River Road on E. Medical Center Drive, the city’s local hospital.
Assisted living is a care option for seniors who are mostly independent but may need help with some daily living activities, such as personal care and grooming, medication management and mobility assistance. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost for assisted living care in Saint George is $3,500, which is on par with the Utah average but far below the national average.
This guide will delve into assisted living care in Saint George, compare average costs to those in other Utah cities and look at financing options.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Utah. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Assisted living communities in St. George cost approximately $3,500 every month. This monthly price may vary depending on location, amenities and services.
St. George and Utah are equal in their $3,500 monthly medians for assisted living, making them $1,000 less than the $4,500 national average.
Seniors in assisted living facilities in Saint George can expect to pay $195 less per month than those living in Provo, where the average monthly cost is $3,695. When comparing average prices in Utah’s top cities, we see that Provo is the most expensive for assisted living care, while Logan is the most affordable at $3,300 per month. This means that seniors living in Saint George could be paying $200 per month more than those living in Logan.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Utah.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| St. George: Washington County Library | (435) 634-5737 | The St. George: Washington County Library on West 100 South is open six days a week. It offers events such as trivia nights and a monthly newsletter to keep residents up-to-date on the latest library happenings. The library stays open late Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. |
| Saint George Vet Center | (435) 673-4494 | The Saint George Vet Center is open on weekdays. It provides various types of counseling, including but not limited to PTSD care, military sexual trauma care, transition counseling and family counseling. The vet center also hosts retreats and recreational activities. |
| St. George VA Clinic | (435) 634-7608 | Located on North 1680 East, the St. George VA Clinic is open on weekdays until 4:30 p.m. This location offers primary care services. Parking is free. |
| St. George Utah Senior Citizen Center | (435) 634-5743 | Open to those 60 and up, the St. George Utah Senior Citizen Center is open Tuesday through Friday, with lunch served between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. It offers transportation services with a reservation made a few days in advance. Some monthly events the center hosts include a Free Attorney Service, toenail clipping, massages and Long-Term Medical Questions, and depending on the event, an appointment may be required. |
| St. George SunTran | (435) 673-8726 | Seniors aged 65 and older pay a discounted fare to utilize SunTran public transportation. Discounts apply to cash fares which require exact change and a 10-ride card. |
| Area Agency on Aging – Five County | (435) 673-3548 | With St. George based in Washington County, it’s part of the service area of the Area Agency on Aging – Five County. A couple of the program resources offered include the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the St. George area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
