{"id":6690,"date":"2025-08-12T15:51:04","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T22:51:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amadaseniorcare.com\/lehi-senior-care\/?page_id=6690"},"modified":"2026-02-14T15:42:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T23:42:57","slug":"news-and-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.amadaseniorcare.com\/lehi-senior-care\/news-and-events\/","title":{"rendered":"News and Events"},"content":{"rendered":" \n \t
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Advocacy in action at the Utah Capitol \ud83d\udc4f<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With growing Medicaid funding pressures and budget constraints under review by the Legislature\u2019s Budget and Appropriations Committee, advocates, providers, and families gathered at the Capitol on Monday, February 9, to raise concerns about potential cuts to home- and community-based services. Advocates stressed that eliminating or underfunding these programs would harm families, limit access to essential supports, and push vulnerable individuals back into institutional care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A major focus of the discussion was the New Choices Waiver \u2014 a Utah Medicaid waiver that helps individuals who qualify for nursing-facility level care receive supportive services in community-based settings instead of institutions. When eligibility requirements are met and individuals choose to live in a community home setting, the waiver provides critical services such as attendant care, homemaker services, respite care, and personal budget assistance \u2014 preserving dignity, independence, and choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key issue raised was SAR0058, a legislative proposal to increase reimbursement rates for assisted living providers under the New Choices Waiver. Utah Medicaid reimbursement rates for this waiver have remained largely unchanged for nearly 20 years. Advocates emphasized that updated rates are essential to sustain quality care, retain providers, and ensure seniors and individuals with disabilities continue to have access to community-based options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Amada Senior Care Lehi, UT<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> we\u2019re grateful for the leaders who showed up to advocate for Utah seniors and families, including\u00a0Utah Assisted Living Association Board<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> Member Scott Monson<\/strong>,\u00a0Benjamin Booth<\/strong> of Oasis Senior Care<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>, and trusted referral partner\u00a0Jackie Carter<\/strong> of Utah Case Management<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advocates also closely monitored broader Medicaid legislation this session, including HB0015, which proposes changes to Medicaid eligibility, funding structures, and administrative policies. While HB0015 does not directly modify the New Choices Waiver, broader Medicaid policy decisions can significantly impact how waivers are funded and managed \u2014 underscoring why advocates showed up to protect vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why this matters to Amada Senior Care in Lehi, UT:

<\/strong>At\u00a0Amada Senior Care Lehi, we see firsthand how the New Choices Waiver helps seniors remain supported, safe, and cared for in the setting they prefer. Sustainable funding and fair reimbursement are critical to maintaining access to care, supporting caregivers, and ensuring families have real choices when navigating complex aging and health needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re proud to stand alongside partners who don\u2019t just serve seniors every day \u2014 but also show up to advocate for them when it matters most.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Amada Senior Care Lehi Named Best Home Health Care Service in Lehi for 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The entire professional care team at Amada Senior Care Lehi<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> is incredibly proud to announce that we have been recognized as the Best Home Health Care Service in Lehi for 2025 by BusinessRate. This distinction is based on verified Google review data and independent analysis, reflecting the trust our clients and families place in our care team every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being named the Best Home Health Care in the communities we serve is an honor we do not take lightly. This recognition represents consistent, compassionate care delivered by our dedicated caregivers<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> and office staff. Their commitment to reliability, professionalism, and genuine human connection is what makes this achievement possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBeing recognized as the Best Home Health Care Service in Lehi for 2025 is incredibly meaningful to our entire team,\u201d said Caleb Curtis, VP of Operations for Amada Senior Care Lehi<\/strong>. \u201cThis award reflects the consistency, compassion, and integrity our caregivers bring into clients\u2019 homes every single day. Most importantly, it speaks to the trust families place in us during some of life\u2019s most important moments. I am proud of our caregivers and staff for the standard of care they uphold and grateful to our community for allowing us to serve them. We remain committed to continuing this work with humility, accountability, and heart.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Amada Senior Care Lehi provides non-medical, in-home care services designed to help seniors maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. Our services include personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, and support with daily activities, all tailored to meet individual client needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Added Caleb, “To our clients and families, thank you for trusting us during some of life\u2019s most important moments. To our caregivers who show up every day with compassion, dedication, and heart, this recognition belongs to you.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We remain committed to raising the standard of in-home care throughout Lehi and the surrounding communities in which we work and look forward to continuing to serve with integrity, compassion, and excellence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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Powerful afternoon at Maple Landing Assisted Living<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Today, local healthcare and senior-care professionals gathered for a packed house at Maple Landing\u2019s<\/a> newest community in Mapleton for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and a first look at what\u2019s coming next for senior living in Utah County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amada Senior Care Lehi<\/strong> was proud to be there supporting this incredible event, connecting with referral partners, care teams, and community leaders who share the same mission: making sure seniors and families receive the compassionate, high-quality care they deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the moment the doors opened, the energy in the room said it all \u2014 providers, referral partners, and community leaders came ready to build real relationships, share ideas, and explore how we can better serve seniors together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A major highlight was hearing from Tavia Scott, Executive Director, who shared Maple Landing\u2019s vision for creating a warm, home-like environment where residents feel respected, safe, and truly cared for. The excitement around their January opening is well deserved \u2014 the space is beautiful and the leadership team is outstanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full tables, great conversations, and meaningful partnerships in the making \u2014 this is what strong senior-care communities look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to Maple Landing Assisted Living<\/a> and Professionals for Seniors \u2013 Utah County for hosting such a fantastic event. Amada Senior Care Lehi is proud to stand alongside partners who are raising the bar for senior care in Utah County.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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