Our Mission
Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that prevent substance abuse, promote healthy behaviors, and maximize student success.
Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Social Workers 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
Pike County
To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Pike County, contact Janay Sharp, Regional Development Officer.
Find out more about Youth First Social Workers available in Pike County
What Does it Take to Create a Healthy Generation?
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Krissy Melhiser, LSW – February 24, 2021 – What does it take to see our children grow to be strong and healthy? Is it everyone’s responsibility? Parenting can be so difficult at times. It seems like an endless pursuit, and you wonder if the tireless chase will result in a positive outcome. As a […]
Preparing for Baby
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Alyssa Sieg, Program Coordinator Preparing for the birth of a new baby is a wonderful time filled with anticipation, excitement, and joy. For first-time parents, the preparation can also be a time for anxiety and uncertainty. There are so many unknowns for parents when bringing a new baby into the world. The thought of […]
The Importance of Family Involvement at School
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Kelsey Weber, LSW – February 10, 2021- Many people gauge levels of student academic success based on teacher status, academic grades, or socioeconomic status. However, the real key to student success is none of these. The best indicator for student academic success depends on how involved families are with learning at home and in […]