Parkway Health Center sits at 55 South Professional Way in Payson, Utah, and takes care of seniors who need different levels of support, whether they're recovering from surgery or illness, need long-term care, or just some short-term help between the hospital and home, and folks can pay privately or use most kinds of insurance, including Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and managed care. The place charges at least $230 a day, and you can get a semi-private or private room, even studios, all furnished and with things like private bathrooms, cable TV, telephones, and Wi-Fi, plus kitchenettes and air conditioning. There's special care for those who need things like bariatric beds, tube feeding, wound care, oxygen therapy, diabetes support, or help after fractures and heart issues, and they bring in a wound care physician for those who need that kind of focused healing. Residents get skilled nursing and round-the-clock supervision, and there's always a nurse on staff, with a 12- to 16-hour nursing schedule and a 24-hour call system, and the staff handles medication management, help with bathing and dressing, and they watch people closely, making sure everyone stays safe, and they'll coordinate discharge plans and transportation, too.
There's physical, occupational, and speech therapy seven days a week, so folks recovering from illness or surgery have therapists helping them build strength and skill every day, and if someone's in pain, they take care of that, too. The place does a good job offering meals that work for different diets, including options for people with allergies or diabetes, and folks can eat restaurant-style or whenever works best, since all-day dining is there. Housekeeping and laundry are part of the deal, with cleaning and fresh linens for all, and residents can use the beauty salon or barbershop when they want to spruce up. There are lots of activities, such as movie nights, arts and crafts, music programs, and outings, and those who like to spend time outside can enjoy the gardens and walking paths; there's even a fitness room and a wellness spa or sauna for those looking to stay active.
The facility sits inside a Continuing Care Retirement Community, so people can move through different stages of care, from assisted living to skilled nursing, without having to leave the campus, which helps families stay connected and makes it easier when care needs change. There are family and resident councils, so people can have a say in how things are run, and the place offers community-sponsored activities, library time, and rooms for games or the arts, along with religious meetings and holiday celebrations, which makes life here less lonely. Staff members speak more than one language, helping residents and families feel comfortable when there's a language barrier, and the team is known for being dedicated and trained. Emergency pendants and a modern alert system help keep everyone safe around the clock.
Parkway Health Center has a reputation in the community for taking good, steady care of folks, mixing in modern touches like high-speed internet and movie theaters with the basics that matter, like dependable nursing, pain management, and a chance to heal in a place that feels a little less like a hospital and a little more like a big, busy home with people coming and going, meals shared together, and help when you need it.
