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
Education Beyond the Classroom
Counties, Youth First BlogBy Cynthia Ehmke, LSW – June 8, 2022 – Did you know that according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, half of American adults can’t read a book written at an 8th grade level? Although this statistic may be surprising to some, it reveals the need for learning to extend beyond the classroom. Teachers are […]
The Summertime Guide to Entertaining Your Kids at Home
Counties, summer activities, Youth First BlogBy Abby Betz, LSW – June 1, 2022 – School is out. The kids are home. Summer is here. Now what? If your budget doesn’t allow for a family vacation or a fancy kids’ camp, there are still many ways you can keep your children entertained and content at home. While there needs to be […]
What Does it Take to Create a Healthy Generation?
Counties, Mental Health Awareness Month, Youth First BlogBy Krissy Melhiser, LSW – May 26, 2022 – 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 […]