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Helping Kids Manage Big Emotions

By Hannah Smith-Quirey, MSW, LCSW - December 23, 2024 - Disappointment, failure, pain, and stress are normal parts of life. But as parents, it is difficult to watch our kids go through tough moments without becoming stressed ourselves…

CenterPoint Energy Foundation to Award $100,000 to Youth First, Inc.

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Gift to Provide Mental Health Support for Students at Youth First Partner Schools in Vanderburgh, Posey, and Gibson Counties Youth First is celebrating CenterPoint Energy Foundation for investing in Indiana youth. The organization will…

What Kids Really Need this Holiday Season

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By Jana Pritchett - December 18, 2024 - The holidays are here, and kids everywhere are hoping to be on Santa’s good list. Popular toys like AI robots and flying orb balls are on many kids’ wish lists, as are classics such as bikes,…

The Weight of Grief During the Holiday Season

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By Breanna Dudley-Wissel, MSW, LSW - December 11, 2024 - Unfortunately, grief is a normal part of life. We all experience grief, whether it is the loss of a job, a divorce or breakup, or the death of a loved one. Most of the time, grief…

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

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By Jordyn Bryant, MSW, LSW - December 5, 2024 - As the saying goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” the holiday season. Holidays can bring joy, happiness, and special times. But for so many people, the holidays can bring…

Game Nights Build Family Connection

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By /Beth Thomas, MSW, LSW - November 27, 2024 - Growing up, and to this day, game nights have been a regular activity my family enjoys. Whether it is our annual “Game Day” in the winter season where we all gather for a day of playing…

Youth First News & Events

Helping Kids Manage Big Emotions

CenterPoint Energy Foundation to Award $100,000 to Youth First, Inc.

What Kids Really Need this Holiday Season

The Weight of Grief During the Holiday Season

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Game Nights Build Family Connection

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