O.R.D.
Online Resource Directory
The Life Program
What is the program? This is a federally funded program designed to promote education and employment.
Who qualifies? Ages 14-21.
What is unique about it? They are able to help an individual get their ID, GED, College Education, Technical Training, and a job. They contract with employers and they will insure them for $5,000 against loss due to the employee as well as pay 100% of employee wages for the first 3 months- as paid training. This minimizes the risks to the employer.
How do I connect with this program? This program is housed within the Department of Workforce Services but you can not find this program on the internet or in the telephone directory. The number is 1-801-971-5450. Mention the program by name as it is not well known.
Is there anything I should know about this program? Know that the Department of Workforce Services is a huge organization. Like most huge organizations, there is not a great deal of communication or awareness between departments. You may find interacting with this agency frustrating, but be patient and appreciative. This agency has a lot of power and a lot of resources- and its whole purpose is to help people become independent. If you can be grateful that they are there and if you can just deal with being a number in the system while it lasts, then things should work out fine. Just remember- when there is a problem and you need help, you can catch a lot more flies with honey than with vinegar. And the time will come when you will not need them anymore. Swallow your pride and go through the system that was designed to make you not need it anymore. It is a good system, and the people who work there are just that- people. People who care enough about helping people like us that they go to work there everyday. People who will appreciate a kind word of thanks and a smile, and may become unusually helpful as a result.
The YWCA- WOmen in Jeopardy Program
And the Family Justice Center
What is the Program? A program designed specifically to help women who are in bad situations- unhealthy, dangerous. They are able to to a lot and they definitely advocate for their patrons. They will help you arrange appointments to accomplish whatever goals you have identified with their help.
Who Qualifies? Women who are in jeopardy. Also girls who are in jeopardy.
What is unique about it? It is similar to a lot of shelter programs.
How do I connect with this program? 24 hour hotline: 1-801-537-8600.
Is there anything I should know about this program? The directors and case workers in this organization have seen it all. They will recognize bullshit when they see it and they will not waste their time. They may be a little jaded by long experience but they are passionate about what they do and very professional.
Southvalley Sanctuary
What is the program? This is a shelter program, with supportive services.
Who qualifies? Anyone who is in danger.
What is unique about it? Their level of commitment to creating success stories. They have no arbitrary time frames for providing support. They do not ask for ID or legal record. All that they require is that the patron be in danger and need their support. They usually have room, and if immediately finding a safe bed is critical, we recommend that you connect with them.
How do I connect with this program? The 24 hour hotline number is 1-801-255-1095
Is there anything I should know about this program? Stress that you or the person you are helping is in danger.
ADVOCACY
This is one of the areas that needs some strengthening. A lot of programs are so used to people going back to the life that they have become a little jaded. They started out so enthusiastic and ready to take on the world only to discover that it is true that you can take a horse to water- or in this case, a survivor of sex trafficking- but you can't make her drink. Everyone has to make their own choices. But if you are looking for a program that is really good at follow through and helping connect people to other useful programs, you should look at these. Once again, this was never intended to be a comprehensive list. If you feel that your organization should be included, please email us at onlineresourcedirectory@outlook.com.
