It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Grafton Ghost Town gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Springdale, UT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting George Barker River Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon or visit Native American Trail Monument, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Springdale, UT, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Springdale, UT understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Springdale, UT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
ST. GEORGE — The future of a beloved community park in Springdale is under examination, as potential changes may be coming.Springdale Town Council members are encouraging residents to weigh in on possible changes to the George A. Barker River Park at 1751 Zion Park Boulevard.Officials recently sent out a survey and posted it on the town’s website. There will be an Open House on Tuesday, Oct. 26, at the Springdale Community Center. The design firm will have a few options of elements that could be add...
ST. GEORGE — The future of a beloved community park in Springdale is under examination, as potential changes may be coming.
Springdale Town Council members are encouraging residents to weigh in on possible changes to the George A. Barker River Park at 1751 Zion Park Boulevard.
Officials recently sent out a survey and posted it on the town’s website. There will be an Open House on Tuesday, Oct. 26, at the Springdale Community Center. The design firm will have a few options of elements that could be added to the park.
“The residents — they love the park. It’s just a great place. I go there twice a day. My dog likes to take me for a walk,” town councilman Jack Burns told St. George News. “It’s a great opportunity to meet people who live in the community you normally may not run into. I frequently engage in conversation with community members that I normally wouldn’t.”
Burns said the purchase of just under an acre of adjacent land and the need for a smoother parking experience is triggering the consideration of changes to the park. The park borders the Virgin River to the east before the Chevron station heading toward Zion National Park. Some of the park on the west side is along Zion Park Boulevard. The park, including the expansion, encompasses 3 acres.
The additional land was purchased for about $600,000 and is located between the park and a group of townhomes. The land was paid through existing park impact fees collected over the years.
Director of Parks and Recreation for Springdale Ryan Gubler agreed the park is a very special place for residents.
“It’s a way for them to find a place of peace and solitude when dealing with the hustle and bustle of living in a tourist town like Springdale,” Gubler told St. George News. “It allows them to get away and get close to the river and get close to nature.”
Burns said after all of the public input is compiled, it will be analyzed and summarized by the consulting firm, Assist, the town is working with.
In earlier held public forums, Burns said residents along with the Town Council, staff and planning commissioners shared their ideas on how to improve the park.
“It was a great workshop and Assist had different types of park development examples, some that they’ve been involved in and then other examples that had a real wide range of keeping areas more natural to a more urban setting,” Burns said.
Some park amenities could include signage, benches, walking paths and tables. Burns said the community will have a chance to weigh in on those things at the Open House and in the survey.
Burns said the necessary improvements to discuss are improving parking flow at the park and updating the restrooms.
Gubler added that town officials value the input of residents. He said it makes them more efficient when the community engages in the process of improving the park. He said he hopes people will come and ask any questions they may have at the Open House.
“Quite frankly, the residents have got some really great ideas,” Gubler said. “They’re the ones that spend time in the park and it’s their park, and so for us to be able to tap into that resource is really valuable for us.”
There is one other park in town located next to the community center. That small park has a gazebo, picnic tables and barbecue grills near the pickleball court area.
Comments concerning the George A. Barker River Park also may be sent by email at this link.
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ST. GEORGE — After grappling with housing issues for years, Springdale opened a new door for workforce housing during a Town Council meeting in June. But while the revised workforce overlay zone ordinance increases housing density, there are some strings attached.Each housing project would require at least 75% of the occupants to work in town or for Zion National Park. And Tom Dansie, community development director, told St. George News that each applicant would be considered on a case-by-case basis.The ...
ST. GEORGE — After grappling with housing issues for years, Springdale opened a new door for workforce housing during a Town Council meeting in June. But while the revised workforce overlay zone ordinance increases housing density, there are some strings attached.
Each housing project would require at least 75% of the occupants to work in town or for Zion National Park. And Tom Dansie, community development director, told St. George News that each applicant would be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The Planning Commission recommended the ordinance not be approved. But after holding a public hearing, the Town Council passed it.
Dansie said a special committee had done extensive research and received public input on workforce housing over the last 18 months, adding that a survey released earlier this year showed some residents are open to denser housing for workers facing the town’s housing crunch.
The revised ordinance would allow the density in the workforce housing overlay zone to hold up to 16 units per acre if the project is developed with multifamily units, Dansie said. For projects designed with single-family or duplex units, the allowance is up to eight units per acre.
“That is a lot of density for Springdale,” Dansie said. “That’s about the same density that we allow in our most intense and dense commercial zone. And so that’s — by Springdale standards — pretty dense. And so there were a lot of concerns about what that kind of density would mean placed adjacent to other lower density residential uses.”
But Dansie noted that because it is a zone change process, it’s not a guarantee that the project will be approved or if it will be approved at that maximum density.
“Each project is evaluated on its own merits and may or may not be approved based on the benefit it would provide to the community and the impacts it would create on surrounding existing residential uses and residences,” he said.
Some people at the public hearing were not on board with the potential of higher-density housing. Community member Brad Luizzi said the town already needed help handling some infrastructure like sewers and that adding more housing would be too much. Luizzi said he felt homeowners shouldn’t be on the hook for the zoning consequences.
“I don’t think it’s the homeowners’ responsibility to bear the brunt. Just because some business owners would like to import cheap labor,” Luizzi said. “That’s basically what’s happening here. It seems like business owners want cheap labor; they don’t want to have any ideas or creativity or incentives to attract their workers.”
Another resident who addressed the council, Louise Excell, said she has lived in Springdale for over three-quarters of a century and has noticed a loss of the quality of life due to the town growing. But she said she understands that housing is needed for workers. Excell has read some letters sent to the town government where residents blamed the workers.
“I think blaming workers is a little bit misdirected,” she said. “Residents should have been complaining to the Town Council about the overly permissive development, transient lodging, for example, which is the real reason most of us are feeling crowded and congested.”
Excell added that a little more density should be fine. She cited the Redhawk Apartments as a successful workforce-housing location and added that she’d rather have resident workers living next door than transient lodging.
“I think we want a community. We want a really functioning community where people are happy and they’re living and working there,” Excell said. “They know the other people in their town and people will appreciate them for what they do. I know I appreciate my renters for what they do in town, and I know that they’re right in town working.”
Another woman, Ashlyn Kirkpatrick, who works for Zion National Park, said that “by some miracle” she was able to find housing two years ago. But most of her colleagues must commute an hour to Springdale from the St. George area. Her co-workers work full-time and year-round.
“I hope you will consider not only the people that live in Springdale but also the people who work here, the workforce. We’d love to be more a part of the community,” Kirkpatrick said. “Remember the park ranger, the server that works at your favorite restaurant that serves you your favorite meal and the outfitters that fit your grandkids with boots to make memories in The Narrows.”
A letter sent to the Town Council from another employee of Zion National Park, Joanna Scott, said she has to commute 45 minutes to work. When she first was looking at housing, she spoke with employees of various stores in town.
“When I asked if they lived in Springdale, they answered with laughter. They couldn’t afford it — what a silly question I had asked,” Scott said. “When the people who work for a community can’t afford to live in the community, that community has a problem. Springdale is one of those communities. I strongly believe these proposed changes will help to solve that problem.”
According to the survey, Dansie said preserving community character is still paramount to the community. He said the committee combined feedback from the Planning Commission, the town survey, consultation with subject matter experts and interviews with business owners. The housing committee has also researched other communities’ policies, he said. The results from the survey can be seen at this link and filtered to see further details.
In an email to St. George News, Mayor Barbara Bruno said that making housing available for employees of local businesses will strengthen Springdale.
“I was on the Housing Committee that developed the Workforce Housing Overlay Zone. I am in favor of the ordinance because it supports our General Plan,” Bruno said. “Workforce Housing would benefit Springdale because people working for the Town of Springdale, Zion National Park, and businesses in Springdale could become committed and contributing members of our community.”
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WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah — A final push of rain caused water to go over the Gunlock Reservoir spillway, creating some fantastic waterfalls but also causing flooding concerns.
The spill happened earlier than expected, finally breaking through around 3 a.m. Wednesday morning.
WATCH: Video shows powerful waterfalls at Gunlock Reservoir
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Although the falls are mesmerizing to watch, the excess water is also raising concerns for flooding in the surrounding areas.
Experts anticipate the Santa Clara River will not flood, but photos show the river flowing extremely high and even starting to approach the road.
The river remains in it's channel, The National Weather Service reports, but a flood advisory has been issued and experts warn people could see water on the roads.
Kayakers brave the Virgin River in Springdale below (Courtesy: Tricia Ackerman Yeo):
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Rockville resident Tricia Yeo captured video of kayakers going down the Virgin River, near George Barker River Park, in Springdale.
"I think there were three kayakers, one kayak had two people and the other one had, just one person," said Yeo. "He capped sized twice and I got him on the second capsize, but he was able to get up."
Flood watches were put into effect for parts of Southern Utah, including Zion National Park and Buckskin Gulch from 9:45 Wednesday morning to Thursday at 6 p.m.
Buckskin Gulch has been a problem area in the last several days, with officials in the area saying at least ten people have had to be rescued due to flood dangers.
Video below shows Virgin River near Washington Dam Road (@Cbasschronicles)
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Currently, a search is underway for a missing hiker in the area. Two other hikers from the same party, one dead and one alive, have already been hoisted out of the slot canyon.
WATCH: Helicopter video shows rescue operation in progress in Buckskin Gulch
The National Weather Service says heavy rain Wednesday afternoon will cause more issues along streams, rivers and slot canyons.
"In particular, the Virgin River at Bloomington is expected to approach, if not exceed, flood stage by Thursday morning," NWS reported.
A flash flood warning was also put in place until 2:30 p.m. Wednesday for western areas of Washington County.
In northern Utah, Highland City reported that high water runoff in the northwest part of the city is causing flood concerns among residents.
The city was working to help homeowners sandbag to protect property and was soliciting help from volunteers to help in the effort.
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A video shared by the Mayor of Highland City showed water flowing down the street and encroaching in the road.
With shovels in hand, about 50 to 60 people volunteered filling sandbags near Beacon Hills in Highland.
"I was surprised how much water was going through the backyards of these homes," said Brady Mather, who lives nearby.
The hope was to help divert the high water run-off from impacting homes in the area.
"We had to get a hold of a lot of the property owners to ask, can we start building a channel to try to divert the water that's coming off the side of the mountains down back behind the intent natural channels," said Highland Mayor Kurt Ostler.
Known for its beautiful landscape riddled with National Parks, mountainous regions, and unique canyons, the "Beehive State" is a sight to behold. The diverse geographical features allow for a plethora of tourist destinations and activities such as skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking, to name a few. That being said, with so much to do, many towns in the state often get overlooked. So, to make sure you get the most out of this beautiful state, here is a list of the most underrated towns in ...
Known for its beautiful landscape riddled with National Parks, mountainous regions, and unique canyons, the "Beehive State" is a sight to behold. The diverse geographical features allow for a plethora of tourist destinations and activities such as skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking, to name a few. That being said, with so much to do, many towns in the state often get overlooked. So, to make sure you get the most out of this beautiful state, here is a list of the most underrated towns in Utah.
Located along U.S. Route 89 in quite a silent span of land, Kanab is a small city and the county seat of Kane County, Utah. The town is known for its rich history which spans more than a century with the town initially being founded by ten Mormon families in 1870. Initially being Fort Kanab, which was a site for defence against the Indians, the town gradually drew in more people and is now home to approximately 4,900 according to Census estimates. Thanks to this, Kanab has a tight-knit community that emanates a peaceful and quaint feeling as soon as you enter the town. However, while its history and feel may be enticing, what truly makes Kanab underrated is the amount of open land around it and the activities they hide.
Kanab is nestled within an expanse of unique geographical forms ranging from sandstone walls to green land which provides a view second to none. Here, you can enjoy activities such as hiking in the Buckskin Gulch which is one of the longest and deepest slot canyons on Earth. So, for multiple kilometres, you’ll be hiking through a thin passageway for a truly enthralling experience. If you are less of a walking person, you can avoid the hiking trails and take your car down Cottonwood Canyon Road which is a scenic 75 km. route filled with unpaved roads, beautiful sights, and just an overall insight into the state of Utah. So, for nature lovers out there who just want to sit back and enjoy some fun, Kanab is a great town to visit.
Filled with unique stand-out 19th-century style buildings, Mount Pleasant is a city of 3,260 located in Sanpete County, Utah. Once being quite cut off from civilization, the onset of complex railway systems around the 1890s began a surge of wealth and development for this quaint town. Due to this, the initial influx led the way for large buildings with unique architecture which still stand tall today along Main Street in Mount Pleasant. So, just taking a walk along the city sidewalk can take you back in time through a fresh experience that is reminiscent of the area’s journey through time.
Moving away from the past, Mount Pleasant’s decent 7.6 sq. km. area is also home to many fun activities which are often overlooked by tourists in the region. During summer, the city has many food options which are truly unique. For example, restaurants such as Dairy Freez, Terrel’s Thriftway, and Main Street Pizza offer a wide range of dishes all known to be great in both taste and price! So, you can always be sure to end your day here with a lovely meal that won’t break the bank. On the other hand, when winter comes along for Mount Pleasant, things get even more pleasant thanks to the abundance of winter sports! Whether it's snowmobiling, sledding, hunting, or even snow kitting, the city has it all and you are sure to enjoy the cold months.
One of the least populated towns on this list, Springdale is situated in Washington County and has a population of fewer than 550 people according to the 2010 Census. However, while the population may be low, don’t let this deter you as the city is primarily focused on the tourism industry generated by the nearby Zion National Park. This National Park houses 590 sq. km. of land which is divided amongst luscious greenery, steeping cliffs, and the large Zion Canyon which is an impressive 29 km long and 800m deep. With its massive walls being made of Navajo Sandstone, Zion Canyon and its surrounding arrears are home to a wide range of wilderness activities such as canyoneering, camping, climbing, hiking, and more. Along with this, the assortment of flora & fauna is quite expansive with protected elks, black bears, and even verdant forests for a comprehensive nature experience.
Once you have spent your day travelling around the beautiful park, Springdale is a great place to slow down and take a rest to start off your next day of exploring. Moreover, while the town may be quite small, downtown Springdale has quite a few fun things to do. This includes restaurants with great local food, many artistic shops, art galleries, theatres, and much more. So, if you want to take a day off and relax in one of the many cosy inns, you can easily watch a theatrical or enjoy some tasty meals within the city itself.
If you are looking for dramatic scenery while still finding something underrated, Moab is the town to visit. The largest city in Grand County and also the county seat, this town is home to 5,366 people and is a premier location for tourism, yet still quite underrated. Similar to Springdale, Moab is also popular due to its vicinity to the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks which when combined, have a total area of more than 1,500 sq. km. This is an immense amount of natural and protected land wherein you can find everything from large canyons, to mesas and even rivers like the Green River. Parallelly, with so much natural space, the list of things to do is also nearly limitless as every natural activity you can think of is possible within these beautiful parks. That being said, one premier set of geographical formations that attracts many people near Moab are the 2,000-plus natural sandstone arches present in Arches National Park which are truly a sight you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
Coming back into the city from these parks is often a surprising experience for people as there is still much to offer within the 12.5 sq. km. city area. Having once been a mining town for uranium and vanadium, there are many historic buildings in the area such as Atlas Uranium Mill which give visitors a view into the past. Apart from this, Moab is also the sire for a famous LGBT Pride Festival which happens every year and is known to attract thousands of people for a fay of inclusive enjoyment and awareness. So, all in all, Moad is a great place for the nature lover who truly wants to enjoy some peace and quiet while looking at some of the most beautiful landscapes in Utah.
Since its incorporation in the mid-1800s as a ranching and dairy farming city, Heber grew into a tourist destination and is now home to many unseen and amazing activities. The city itself is home to more than 11,000 people and the county seat of Wasatch County, making it one of the larger cities on this list. That being said, while many people may know of Heber, it is still comparatively underrated when you consider how much there is to do within the 23 sq. km. city. Most prominently, when it comes to sports and adrenaline-filled fun, you can do everything from hunting and golfing to off-roading and fishing. While those are some summer activities, the winter sees a new side of Heber with some famous downhill slopes known for amazing snowboarding, skiing, and even snowmobiling. So, no matter what, you’ll surely have fun in Heber.
Slowing down the pace and reducing the adrenaline, there is also a lot of peaceful and natural beauty to explore in the city. For example, the nearby Uinta National Forest boasts a large assortment of unique ecological features which is why it is a preferred tourist spot in the region. Similarly, Jordanelle State Park is a must-visit with its beautiful springs, bird-watching cliffs and scenic views which are sure to get you the best photographs! If you do manage to get through all of this, Heber also has some great food spots to end the day such as Back 40, a ranch house grill known for its healthy yet delicious food. With all this and easy connectivity via Route 40 and Route 189, Heber is a great tourist spot for anyone in Utah.
Within Northwestern Wasatch County in Utah, Midway is a quaint city of nearly 4,000 people which often goes under the radar when it comes to places to visit. That being said, little do people know, they are missing out on the “Switzerland of Utah.” Situated alongside the Wasatch Mountains, the town offers an incredible view of the massive peaks which is truly a sight to behold. Along with this, when winter comes along, the cold winters see these mountains with snowy peaks, reminiscent of those found in the Alps of Switzerland. So, if you are out seeking natural beauty of this kind, Midway has what you want. In addition to the mountains themselves, the surrounding area is encompassed by the Wasatch Mountain State Park which offers thousands of sq. km. of natural land wherein you can explore, snowmobile, camp, ski, and basically anything that needs some natural space.
Moving further into the city of Midway itself, you are sure to find loads of things to do, places to stay, and even sights to see which are often underrated by tourists in Utah. For example, Midway Corner in the city is a Burgermeister Restaurant which is known for staying true to its hospitable roots. So, you can spend a lovely family evening indulging in the amazing Short Rib, Ravioli, and other delicacies of this cabin-like establishment. Similarly, if you are one for Italian cooking, look no further than Cafe Galleria which pulls in a New-York style Italian Cafe vibe to this small town of Utah with some amazing woof-fired Pizza!
ST. GEORGE — Traffic is clogging up Springdale roads, city officials say, and the town is seeking ways to reduce it. The town is developing the Downtown Circulation and Active Transportation plan. Springdale recently surveyed residents and is compiling the results. Springdale also conducted a transportation study by Fehr & Peers, a civil engineering firm.“If we could reduce the number of private vehicles by getting more people onto shuttles or bicycles, it would be a win for the residents,” Barba...
ST. GEORGE — Traffic is clogging up Springdale roads, city officials say, and the town is seeking ways to reduce it. The town is developing the Downtown Circulation and Active Transportation plan. Springdale recently surveyed residents and is compiling the results. Springdale also conducted a transportation study by Fehr & Peers, a civil engineering firm.
“If we could reduce the number of private vehicles by getting more people onto shuttles or bicycles, it would be a win for the residents,” Barbara Bruno, mayor of Springdale, said. “My biggest transportation challenge is getting through town on our only thoroughfare when there is so much visitor traffic.”
She said the speed limit varies from 40 to 30 miles per hour approaching Zion National Park, but traffic rarely moves at that rate.
“More often, the line of traffic is moving at 15 to 20 mph and coming to a complete standstill,” Bruno said.
The mayor said the situation is getting so severe that residents living near a shuttle stop often leave their vehicles at home and they ride shuttles, adding that Springdale is working to improve mobility and safety for walking, bicycling, taking the shuttle, and driving.
Bruno asks those visiting for the day to use one of the city parking lots to help ease traffic. There is public parking on Lion Boulevard for all-day visits, but she said those spots fill up fast. There is paid roadside parking on SR-9.
“Washington County owns property outside of Rockville. They are ready and willing to develop a parking lot there,” Bruno said. “Visitors could board a shuttle or get on a bike there and travel through Springdale without their vehicle.”
Tourists that stay in the town’s hotels and transient lodging units can also contribute to the solution. Bruno said they could park their vehicle at their lodging and walk, bike, or ride a shuttle to get around town and into Zion National Park.
“I believe this is how they will have their best experience here,” Bruno said.
The Transportation Plan will address the traffic and parking congestion impacts of increasing visitation to Zion and growing development in Springdale, Tom Dansie, Director of Community Development said.
“As more people come to Springdale to visit the Park, shop, and eat, they bring more vehicle congestion to the town,” Dansie said. “The town has encouraged more people to get around using bikes, and now we are seeing a huge increase in the number of bikes, mostly ebikes, on the street.”
Although more people are moving around without causing vehicle traffic and parking congestion, it still brings issues and impacts to Springdale.
“The Transportation Plan will analyze all these issues and propose short, medium, and long-term solutions to help improve traffic flow and transportation efficiency,” Dansie said.
According to the town’s recent email to residents, the challenges are for all modes of transportation. The Springdale Circulation and Active Transportation Plan will develop strategies to help mitigate the negative impacts of increased traffic in the community, the email stated.
The Springdale Circulation and Active Transportation Plan outline the top five conflict zones as follows:
Solutions proposed by this plan the town’s council will consider in the future include ten options, including crosswalk enhancements that would increase the visibility of pedestrian crossings and encourage drivers to slow down. The recommendation is to install flashing beacons to encourage motorists to yield to pedestrians and bicyclists crossing. These flashing beacons also reduce the threat of rear-end crashes for motorists. They communicate with approaching motorists that a pedestrian is attempting to cross. There are eight crosswalks currently along the SR-9 study corridor in Springdale.
Conflict striping is another proposed plan which alerts drivers to be aware of people on bicycles and increases the visibility of conflict points between turning vehicles and people on bikes. The plan advises using green paint to highlight high-priority conflict zones between people on bicycles and turning cars at driveways, shuttle stops, and other conflict points.
Then a mobility hub/satellite parking area that provides visitors with multiple ways to reach Springdale and other destinations. The plan recommends that the county-owned area in Rockville be the hub. By diverting visitors before they enter Springdale, traffic and congestion in town can be reduced, the study found.
The plan states another benefit of the parking area is for large freight vehicles to offload goods. Then they transfer the items to smaller delivery vehicles, reducing the impact of freight vehicles in town.
For more information on the plan, contact the town’s offices at [email protected]
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