Advice from Our Professionals

Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

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

Counties, Youth First Blog

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…

Prevention Saves Lives: Why Red Ribbon Week Still Matters

All Posts, Counties, Youth First Blog

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

Counties, Youth First Blog

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…

Encouraging Responsibility in our Children

Counties, Youth First Blog

By Christine Weinzapfel-Hayden, MSW, LCSW, Youth First, Inc. I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “the days are long, but the years are short.” Nothing makes that feel more true than when preparing your youngest to fly the coop.…