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How to Talk to Your Children About School Safety

By Abby Betz, LSW - January 28, 2020With high profile acts of violence on the rise, particularly in schools, it is important that parents and caregivers talk with children about these types of incidents and teach them ways to protect themselves. …

Valero Renewable Fuels Awards $7,000 to Youth First, Inc.

Media, News Release, Posey County

Gift Supports the Social and Emotional Needs of Students in Posey CountyValero Renewable Fuels - Mt. Vernon has awarded $7,000 to Youth First, Inc. to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of students in Posey County. This school…

2020 Passport to Adventure Auction

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CLICK HERE to visit the online bidding site for Youth First's 18th annual Passport to Adventure Auction, which will be held on April 30, 2020 at the DoubleTree Hotel Ballroom in downtown Evansville, IN.All are welcome to attend this FREE…

Everyday Gratitude Can Improve Your Life

Counties, Youth First Blog

By Leah Lottes , LSW - Jan. 21, 2020For many, the recent holidays reminded us to be thankful no matter what our circumstances are, focusing on being thankful for what we have rather than what we don’t have. The holidays are a great time…

Organization is Key to Your Teen’s Success

Counties, Youth First Blog

By Dawn Tedrow, LCSW - January 14, 2020Many teens struggle with forgetting daily assignments and losing their homework, or they become overwhelmed thinking about the amount of work that needs to be completed. Being unorganized creates tremendous…

Talking to Your Teen About Substance Use

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By Valorie Dassel, LCSW - January 7, 2020Parenting in this era can be overwhelming. There are many opinions and parenting styles that can be argued. However, when we are facing drug and alcohol use among our teenagers, there…

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