Monthly Archives: June 2015

Heatstroke Safety Tips

Posted on June 25, 2015 by mvaranakis

Follow these Safe Kids Worldwide safety tips to keep your kids safe from heatstroke. Babies and young kids can sometimes sleep so peacefully that we forget they are even there. It can also be tempting to leave a baby alone … Continue reading →

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Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams visits Brockbank Jr. High

Posted on June 23, 2015 by mvaranakis

By Danielle Lata, Youth Services Afterschool Program Manager Each summer, Youth Services Afterschool Program provides Summer Blast Programs to provide a safe and engaging environment for youth through hands on learning experiences.  As part of their College and Career Readiness … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day and the Importance of Fatherhood

Posted on June 18, 2015 by mvaranakis

By Corylyn Ybarra, Youth Services Counseling Services Clinician As Father’s Day is quickly approaching it causes most of us to pause and give thought to how much we appreciate our fathers and to ponder how much they have done for … Continue reading →

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Salt Lake County Meals on Wheels MealsPlus Program

Posted on June 16, 2015 by mvaranakis

By Sean Bailey, Aging and Adult Services Communications Manager In collaboration with Utah State University Salt Lake Extension and participating community partners, Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services is proud to offer the MealsPlus Fresh Produce Program. An increasingly … Continue reading →

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Where Can I Find Help for My Angry or Violent Teenager?

Posted on June 12, 2015 by mvaranakis

By Janae Briggs, Youth Services Outreach Case Manager Many of the phone calls received by the Salt Lake County Youth Services Outreach and the Prevention team are from parents asking what can be done with their angry or violent teenager. … Continue reading →

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Summer Safety Tips

Posted on June 10, 2015 by mvaranakis

Follow these 10 safety tips from the Utah Department of Health to keep your kids injury-free this summer. Summer is one of the most fun times of the year for kids, but it’s also the time when kids are the … Continue reading →

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Annual ShelterKids Fundraiser Efforts Makes History

Posted on June 5, 2015 by mvaranakis

By Mike Varanakis, Youth Services Public Information Officer On Wednesday, June 3rd, the ShelterKids Board in partnership with Salt Lake County Youth Services hosted the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser at Stonebridge Golf Club. This event benefits at-risk youth and their families who … Continue reading →

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