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About Kari Allen

I have been employed in various positions at Youth Services since August 03; including the group home, Christmas Box House shift supervisor, Adolescent Services shift supervisor, Safe Place Coordinator, and OutReach & Prevention Supervisor. My goal is to assist youth and families in crisis find the resources needed for their families. These resources include, parenting classes for parents of pre teens and teens, anger management classes for teens and a girl only youth support group for teen girls. I can be reached at 801-269-7572 or klallen@slco.org. I love spending time with family and friends, catching up on my sleep and pedicures with girlfriends.

Spice: What is it and why is it dangerous?

Posted on January 14, 2011

Spice has been a hot topic in the news this year and those of us who work with addicts have been paying close attention to what is happening in the local and federal laws. Spice is sold as an incense, … Continue reading →

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Parenting Tips: Navigating the Younger Years

Posted on September 28, 2010

Being a parent can be one of the most trying yet rewarding roles a person can take on. Unfortunately, kids don’t come with manuals and even the best parent can sometimes use a little extra help along the way. Youth … Continue reading →

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