Healthy Herriman
Physical fitness. healthy relationships.
Healthy Herriman
Healthy Herriman is a volunteer group associated directly with Herriman City, the Salt Lake County Health Department, the Friends of Herriman, and other local health organizations, including Lone Peak Hospital. As a team, the committee works together to create solutions for health-related issues. Healthy Herriman meets regularly for discussion, planning, and implementing creative and beneficial ideas to promote well-being in the community.
HEALTH STRATEGIES
Collaboration:
- A relationship with the local health department
- A resource page on our website to assist in accessing healthy foods, physical activity, and mental health resources
Access to Healthy Food:
- A farmers market that accepts SNAP benefits
- Community garden
Active Living
- A written guideline that promotes active transportation/physical activity for city employees
- Free and/or low-cost community sports/fitness programs for adults and children
- Connected walking and biking trails
Mental Health
- Offered Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training
- At least one evidence-based program or initiative that provides education, awareness, and training to community members around mental health
- Promoted the use of the SafeUT app in schools and other community centers
- Medication disposal services, locations, or programs
- Gun locks are available for free for community members
2025 Strategies
Active Living - Develop new walking/biking trails
Mental Health - Improve resources and programs for vulnerable populations
