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
Daviess County
To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Daviess County, contact Janay Sharp, Regional Development Officer.
Find out more about Youth First Social Workers available in Daviess County
Calm Conversation with Your Teen
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Mary Haas, LSW – April 22, 2021 – Whether we like it or not, we are constant role models to our kids. Our children are always watching our actions and listening to our words. What a high pressure job to have! There are times when we are not the best parents, but this is […]
When is it Okay to Leave a Child Home Alone?
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Amber Russell, LCSW – April 15, 2021 – As a parent, I have recently been thinking about at what age it is appropriate and acceptable to leave your child home alone. I’ve often considered it when I need to run errands for a couple hours. My son is 9 years old. I have asked […]
Self-Care is Essential
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Keisha Jackson, MSW – April 7, 2021 – One of the most important things we can do for ourselves is ensure we are taking good care of our body, mind, and soul each and every day. Self-care is a habit we need to develop and use daily, not just when we are sick or […]