Starting today, G. Dallas Lee, a barber's apprentice at Joe's 63rd Street Barbershop (1656 E. 63rd Street in the Metro Shopping Center) is offering discounted services to criminal offenders who are participating in re-entry programs, such as those offered by the Kansas City Crime Commission's Second Chance Foundation.
Lee is involved with Beyond the Conviction, an organization that offers services to recently released prisoners. Their efforts help to counter recidivism by acclimating offenders back into society. They figure that the sooner a former convict is able to secure a stable residence and a job, the less likely he or she is to re-offend, falling back into old habits and landing back in prison.
According to Lee's e-mail, his haircut services will be ongoing, "as a
service to assist individuals who are experiencing financial
difficulties for various reasons. Rates will range from $8 for a
line-up and shave, $10 for a basic cut, and $15 for a haircut and
shave."
Discount-seekers must come with a referral from their
re-entry program provider. Lee is behind the barber's chair Tuesday
through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
"I look forward to servicing my community, and I'm glad to have an opportunity to give back," Lee writes.
To schedule an appointment with Lee, call 816-786-7149 and ask for Dallas.
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