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
The Impact of Seasonal Weather on Mental Health
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Beth Thomas, MSW, LSW – February 20, 2025 – When thinking about the seasons and the weather, you may not necessarily associate them with mental health. But did you know that the weather can, in fact, have a large impact on your mental well-being? While not everyone will be affected by the weather in […]
Helping Your High Schooler Manage Stress
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Valorie Dassel, MSW, LCSW, LCAC – February 12, 2025 – High school is a pivotal time in a teenager’s life, marked by academic pressures, social challenges, and the transition to adulthood. For many high schoolers, the stress associated with this period can be overwhelming. As a parent or guardian, it’s crucial to support your […]
Friendships Can Transform Lives
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Holly Branam, MSW, LCSW – February 6, 2025 – Many years ago, I was working with a student who was challenged in several areas. He was anxious, having trouble focusing on schoolwork, and was disruptive and attention seeking in the classroom. Additionally, his parents noted he would become easily dysregulated at home and eventually […]