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Red Barn Academy in Farmington: A Unique Path to Addiction Recovery and Community

In Farmington, Utah, a transformative recovery program is changing lives for those battling addiction. Through a structured community approach, participants gain accountability, life skills, and the tools needed to rebuild their futures and find lasting freedom from substance abuse

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Kelli Christine Case

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In Farmington, Utah, a transformative recovery program is changing lives for those battling addiction. Through a structured community approach, participants gain accountability, life skills, and the tools needed to rebuild their futures and find lasting freedom from substance abuse

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Kelli Christine Case

Kelli weaves a wide web of connection, traveling and living among communities in Utah and around the world. She grew up along the Wasatch Front and graduated from the University of Utah. She works as a freelance writer and community gardener. When she’s in Utah, you can often find her working in the garden or tending community at the Krishna Food Forest & Farm.

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