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The Invest in Youth Breakfast celebrated courage, hope, kids and families on May 7th.
Thanks to the guests, table captains and sponsors for raising nearly $280,000 for the Lifeline fund, which covers the cost of care for Eastside kids and families unable to pay for services.
Click here to make a donate to the Lifeline Fund.
Sponsors insured that 100% of breakfast donations benefited Eastside youth. Please support the companies that support YES.
www.Costco.com www.Microsoft.com
Click here to view event photos and for additional information on sponsorship support.
Help Your Child Avoid Drug and Alcohol Use This Summer
Endless hours of free time and very little structure in the summer can lead to teen substance use and other risky behaviors. Below are a few tips to help parents prevent alcohol or drug use in the summer.
Stay Busy:
Help your kids stay busy in the summer months through volunteering, finding part-time work, attending a sports camp, participating in a sport, or serving as a nanny for younger kids.
Be Inquisitive:
Unsupervised adolescents are more likely to engage in risky behaviors. Ask your child where they are and who they are with.
Check-In:
Make sure your kids check-in on a regular basis.
Know the Signs of Abuse:
Click here for more on the signs of substance abuse.
Set Clear Boundaries:
Be clear about family rules. Clearly communicate what is and isn't acceptable. Telling your teen that he can drink at home but not elsewhere is not setting a clear boundary.
Remember, two thirds of kids surveyed say that loosing parent respect is one of the main reasons they choose not to use substances.
More tips and advice
Since 1968, Youth Eastside Services has been a lifeline for kids and families in East King County, helping them heal from and avoid drug and alcohol abuse, sexual abuse, depression, violence, and many other life threatening challenges.
Young people become healthier, more confident and self-reliant. Quite simply, families become stronger and more caring. We help save lives — 24,000 of them, each and every year.
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YES is closed Fridays in July & August.
Invest in Youth Breakfast a success. Over 600 helped YES celebrate courage, hope, kids and families on May 7th, 2009 raising over $285,000 for the Lifeline Fund. Click here for photos and details.
Campaign Update: Kresge Challenge met.
Male SUCCESS Mentors needed. Become a SUCCESS Mentor: Contact Janel at 425-586-2321
Camp Mariposa for kids is scheduled September 18th-20th. Next Camp Mariposa for Teens will be in November.
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