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Talking to Your Child about Loss

By Jenna Kruse-Pauli, MSW, LCSW, Youth First, Inc. As parents and caregivers, our first instinct is always to protect our children. Unfortunately, one thing that we can never protect them from is loss. We can, however, support them and…

Why Sending Your Student to School Matters

By Brooklyn Wells, MSW, Youth First, Inc. The importance of regular school attendance cannot be overstated. Each school day is an opportunity for growth, and consistent attendance ensures your child does not fall behind. When students…

Routines Provide Stability for Kids

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By Niki Walls, MSW, LSW, Youth First, Inc. With so much uncertainty the past few years, many young people have not been in the habit of sticking to a normal daily routine. Research proves that routines support early childhood emotional…

Bob and Judy Griffin Named 2023 Champions of Youth First

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Youth First, Inc. honored community philanthropists Bob and Judy Griffin at its 2023 Breakfast of Champions event on Tuesday, October 24 at Friedman Park Event Center in Newburgh. Bob and Judy received the Dr. William Wooten Champions of…

Prevention Saves Lives: Why Red Ribbon Week Still Matters

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By Youth First Staff, Youth First, Inc. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug use prevention campaign in the nation, reaching millions of young people each year. This event takes place annually from October 23 – October 31.…

Taming the Bedtime Dragon

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By Dawn L. Tedrow, MSW, LCSW, Youth First, Inc. Does your child refuse to go to bed on time? My children are grown now, but I remember arguments and crying when it was time for them to shut the lights off and go to sleep. I tried several…

Youth First News & Events

Talking to Your Child about Loss

Why Sending Your Student to School Matters

Routines Provide Stability for Kids

Bob and Judy Griffin Named 2023 Champions of Youth First

Prevention Saves Lives: Why Red Ribbon Week Still Matters

Taming the Bedtime Dragon

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