If you’re a Utah family exploring assisted living options in Holladay or the Salt Lake Valley, one of the first questions we hear is: “Does Holladay Home accept the New Choices Waiver?”
The short answer is yes—we proudly work with the New Choices Waiver, and it’s one of the reasons many families choose our small, 15-resident residential home when they thought assisted living was out of reach.
Here’s a clear, honest look at how the New Choices Waiver works at Holladay Home, what it covers, and what families can realistically expect.
Yes — Holladay Home Is a Participating Provider
We are a licensed residential assisted living facility (Level I), which makes us fully eligible to accept residents funded through the New Choices Waiver. The waiver was specifically created to help seniors live in smaller, home-like assisted living settings like ours instead of large facilities or nursing homes.
What the New Choices Waiver Covers at Holladay Home
The waiver helps pay for:
- Personal care services — assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, toileting, and other activities of daily living
- Medication management — reminders, administration, and monitoring
- Health monitoring — basic oversight of conditions like diabetes, blood pressure, or weight
- A portion of room and board — the waiver contributes toward the monthly private-pay rate for the room and meals
It does not cover 100% of costs—most families pay a share based on their income—but it can significantly reduce the monthly amount compared to full private pay.
Typical Monthly Cost Example (2026)
Here’s a realistic picture of how costs often work for our residents (actual amounts vary by individual income, assets, and current rates—contact us for your specific situation):
- Holladay Home base private-pay rate: Includes room, 3 home-cooked meals daily, snacks, 24/7 care, activities, laundry, utilities, and all personal care services.
- New Choices Waiver contribution: Often covers a substantial portion of the care services and part of room and board (the exact amount is determined by Medicaid after eligibility is confirmed).
- Resident/family share: In many cases, the resident’s Social Security income (and sometimes other fixed income) is enough to cover the remaining amount after the waiver contribution. This means many families end up paying little to no additional out-of-pocket beyond what the resident’s own monthly income already provides.
This is why so many middle-income Utah families find Holladay Home affordable once the New Choices Waiver is in place—the waiver plus Social Security often covers the full cost without requiring extra family contributions.
Why the Waiver Works So Well Here
- Small size = more personalized care — With only 15 residents, staff provide exactly the level of help the waiver is designed to fund, without the overhead of large communities.
- Home-like environment — Family-style meals, cozy common areas, private or shared rooms, and genuine relationships align perfectly with the waiver’s “home and community-based” goal.
- Transparent pricing — No hidden fees. Everything is included in one rate, making it easier to understand what the waiver covers and what (if any) share comes from the resident’s income.
- Flexibility — We adapt care plans quickly as needs change, and the waiver supports aging in place in our familiar home.
How to Get Started
- Contact us directly — We’ll answer all your questions about the New Choices Waiver, explain how it integrates with our rates, and give you a clear picture of what costs might look like for your loved one.
- Tour Holladay Home — Come see the rooms, meet our staff, taste a meal, and experience the warm, family-like atmosphere firsthand.
- We help with next steps — Our team can guide you through the process, coordinate any needed assessments, connect you with the right resources, and make the application as smooth as possible.
The New Choices Waiver is opening doors for more Utah families to choose warm, small assisted living homes like ours. We’ve seen it bring real relief and joy to residents and their loved ones.
Wondering if the New Choices Waiver could work for your family? Schedule a relaxed, no-pressure tour of Holladay Home Assisted Living at 5950 S Highland Drive in Holladay, UT. Call (801) 277-8371 or email holladayhome1@gmail.com. Visit holladayhome.com today—let’s talk openly about how the waiver, combined with Social Security, can make quality care more affordable for your loved one.
