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
Six Essential Summer Camp Questions for Parents with ADHD Children
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Sophia Blaha, MSW, LCSW, and Hailee Wolfe – May 15, 2024 The perfect summer camp experience can provide children with an opportunity to explore new friendships, engage in new activities, and gain new insights. For children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), summer camp can also be a valuable source of self-assurance. Campers often […]
Resiliency Skills – Bridging the Gap Between School and Home
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Chelsea Rasch, MSW, LCSW – May 8, 2024 – America’s youth are in the throes of a mental health crisis. Professionals continue to observe a rise in mental health-related struggles in school-aged children since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. According to the Center for Disease and Control (CDC), 67 percent of US high […]
Back to the Basics – Finding Assistance in Indiana
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Heather Miller, LCSW – May 3, 2024 – Food. Fuel. Utilities. Clothing. Medical bills. Vehicle maintenance. The cost of everything has increased substantially, leaving many Hoosiers wondering how to stay afloat. The struggle to meet basic needs is overwhelming for many. According to the Department of Agriculture, almost 7 million families noted missing meals […]