Always Best Care Franchisee Expands Utah Footprint with West Jordan Acquisition

Event summary

  • Bret Lyman, a veteran healthcare leader, has acquired the West Jordan territory of Always Best Care Senior Services, adding to his existing Utah County and St. George locations.
  • The expansion positions Lyman to serve Utah's growing senior population, with 15% of residents currently aged 65+ and projected to reach 20% by 2060.
  • Lyman brings 25+ years of healthcare experience, including roles in home health, assisted living, and university education.
  • Always Best Care of West Jordan offers non-medical in-home care and senior living referral services.
  • Lyman's teams have won the Best of Southern Utah Gold Award for Home & Senior Care for six consecutive years (2021–2026).

The big picture

This expansion reflects the broader trend of franchise-driven growth in the senior care sector, particularly in states with rapidly aging populations. Always Best Care's strategy of leveraging experienced healthcare professionals as franchisees aligns with the industry's shift toward localized, relationship-driven care models. The acquisition also highlights the increasing importance of non-medical in-home care services as families seek cost-effective alternatives to institutional care.

What we're watching

Market Demand
How Utah's aging population will drive demand for in-home care services and shape Always Best Care's growth strategy.
Operational Integration
Whether Bret Lyman can effectively integrate the West Jordan territory with his existing Utah County and St. George operations.
Competitive Positioning
The pace at which Always Best Care can differentiate itself in Utah's senior care market amid increasing competition.

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