Division of Youth Services
Boys' Group Home
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The Boy's Group Home is an emergency residential shelter for teenage boys ages 11 to 18 who are in the care and custody of the state of Utah. Some of the youth are in state custody because of alleged abuse or neglect and others because the state considered them ungovernable. They stay here until a more permanent placement is found, either in foster care or with family members.The average amount of time for a youth to stay here is one month.
The Boy's Group Home has capacity for 16 boys and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. While here, the boys receive health, medical and dental screening, transportation and participate in a number of recreational activities.
The youth also participate in a number of group activities, such as life skills, drug and alcohol prevention classes, arts and crafts, community service and off-site activities, such as visiting area theaters, museums and sporting activities. Many of these are funded by community donations and are scheduled either by the Volunteer Coordinator or the Recreational Therapist.
For current volunteer or donation needs, contact Tammy Champo at 801 269-7506 or tchampo@slco.org.