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Our mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

What Perry County says about Youth First

“Hey, just wanted to tell you thank you so much for letting me express myself to you and actually listening to me and my problems. I am so grateful to have you at this school.”

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Perry News

Kids Benefit When We Ring in the New Year with Self-Care

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By Camryn Cater, MSW, LSW - December 31, 2025 - When traveling by plane, we always hear the flight attendants say, “In an emergency, put the oxygen mask on yourself before putting it on your child.” This is to ensure the adult’s…

Make Time to Connect with Your Child

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By Hannah Smith-Quirey, MSW, LCSW - December 22, 2025 - When it comes to parenting, connection is essential. A strong bond helps your child feel loved, valued, seen, and heard. This doesn’t mean challenges and disagreements won’t…

Holiday Stress and Your Anxious Child

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By Brooke Skipper, MSW, LCSW - December 17, 2025 - It’s that time of year: no school, sweet treats, presents, and parties…You might think this is every kid’s dream! If you have a child with anxiety, however, you know this combination…

Our Mission

Youth First’s mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

Youth First in
Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Perry County.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that  promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

Youth First in Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Perry County.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that  promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

Youth First in Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Perry County.