‘Nothing but a Number and a Last Name’—Another Survivor of Provo Speaks Out
Summary
Utah’s Department of Health and Human Services has revoked the license for the Provo Canyon School’s girls program due to safety and care failures. The school has faced long-standing abuse allegations, and former students like Hunter Rainer have spoken out about their difficult experiences at the facility.Key Facts
- Utah regulators closed the girls program at Provo Canyon School in Springville because of health and safety violations.
- The program must stop operating by August 6 unless it successfully appeals the decision.
- Hunter Rainer, a former student assigned female at birth, described being treated like a number and living under strict, controlled conditions.
- Rainer and other survivors have accused the school of abuse, neglect, and mistreatment over many years.
- Provo Canyon School is owned by Universal Health Services (UHS), which said it made changes after acquiring the school in 2009.
- The state found issues including neglect, improper use of restraints, and poor staffing at the girls campus.
- The boys program at Provo Canyon School remains open and was not affected by this order.
- The school disputes the state’s decision to revoke its license for the girls program.
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