Advice from Our Professionals

Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

What Kids Really Need this Holiday Season

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

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

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

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

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

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

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…

Express Gratitude in the Season of Thanksgiving

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

By Callie Sanders, MSW, LSW - November 19, 2024 - Somehow, here we are. November is flying by, and we’re in the season of Thanksgiving. Being thankful and appreciative for what is received, tangible or intangible, is an example of…

Tips for Helping Children with ADHD

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

By Jenny Bouchie, MSW, LSW - November 8, 2024 - According to Forbes, approximately 5.7 million children are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It can be frustrating for the child to complete schoolwork and homework,…