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Seattle Times: Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Learning the Hard Way About Drug Abuse
YES addiction specialist Tena Youngberg is quoted in this article about teens and prescription drug use. Read about the dangers of abusing readily available prescription drugs.
Seattle Times: Thursday, December 27, 2007
Eastside service is often lifesaver for families
YES helped heal the lives of Janet Haws and her son Jason at a life-threatening juncture. "I'm very grateful for what YES did," Adam said. "It showed me I wasn't alone."
Youth Eastside Services: Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Movado Boutique Honored YES on 12-13-07
Through its Power of Giving event on December 13th, 2007, Movado Boutique at Bellevue Square honored Youth Eastside Services by donating a portion of the evening’s sales to our organization in support of counseling, outreach and intervention services through its Power of Giving event.
Bellevue Reporter: Saturday, December 01, 2007
How to Help Your Children Date Safely
Read YES Executive Director Patti Skelton-McGougan's latest article in the Bellevue Reporter
Bellevue Reporter: Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Lifeline Parenting Tips
Each month the Bellevue Reporter will feature helpful tips and advice for parents in the Lifeline Parenting article written by YES Executive Director Patti Skelton-McGougan. Click here to see the October 2007 article with tips on internet safety for kids.
Eastside Business: Monday, August 13, 2007
YES "Extends its Lifeline" to Eastside Youth and Families
Overview of June 30th, 2007 groundbreaking ceremony for Youth Eastside Services' expanded Crossroads facility.
Seattle Times: Saturday, August 11, 2007
A youth haven for 40 years to get a new home of its own
One of Youth Eastside Services' founders and an original agency volunteer discuss the important issues that led to our founding in 1968 -- and Executive Director Patti Skelton-McGougan illustrates why the expansion of our facilities and services is so critical today.
Eastside Business: Saturday, July 21, 2007
Moyer Foundation to Partner with YES on Camp Mariposa
The Moyer Foundation, founded by All-Star MLB pitcher Jamie Moyer and wife Karen, has announced a new partnership with YES to establish Camp Mariposa – a camp aimed at helping children who have been affected by the drug and/or alcohol addiction of a family member. For more details on the camp, go to our "Classes and Offerings" page.
Seattle Post Intelligencer: Friday, July 20, 2007
Advocate's past helps her reach abuse victims
Mary Swift profiles former client Krystal about the nightmare experience that brought her to YES. Krystal also describes why it is important to her to be on-hand at YES' Groundbreaking for its new Crossroads facility on July 30th, 2007.
Seattle Times: Thursday, July 19, 2007
Groundbreaking for Bellevue youth organization
An Eastside Digest brief on YES' groundbreaking event on July 30th.
KOMO-TV: Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Eastside counseling agency getting a new home
A profile of former YES client Krystal who found help at our agency after her mother survived a domestic violence attack -- and how stories like Krystal's provide the reason for YES' expansion, which begins with a Groundbreaking on July 30th, 2007.
Eastside Business: Monday, July 16, 2007
Groundbreaking set for July 30
Announcement of the Groundbreaking event on July 30th.
Seattle Post Intelligencer: Monday, June 25, 2007
UW study: link between youth violence, adult domestic violence
Seattle Post Intelligencer: Saturday, April 07, 2007
Gambling's allure can turn tables on teens
A new story on YES' teen problem gambling program, the first of its kind in the State of Washington.
The Seattle Times: Sunday, December 24, 2006
For anguished young girl, mentor provided a lifeline
When Erin Rutledge was 10, her mother overdosed on the couch while she lay next to her, sleeping. At that time, she learned that in time, "you make no sound when you cry." Read this Seattle Times Fund for the Needy article to learn how YES helped turn this girl's life around through our SUCCESS Mentoring Program.
YES Press Release: Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Lead Gift Made to YES’ Lifeline Fund by Waggener-Edstrom!
Youth Eastside Services is thrilled to announce Waggener-Edstrom as the lead donor to our Lifeline Fund, which allows those who can’t afford help to receive the care they need. YES has just this month inaugurated the Lifeline Fund – and Waggener-Edstrom immediately stepped forward to help kids and families throughout the year – and to challenge the community to match its generous gift.
A fundraising effort by the Bellevue-based public relations company was matched by one of its top executives for the Lifeline Fund and for holiday gifts for at-risk families. This combined donation to YES totals more than $20,000.
“Waggener-Edstrom’s generosity will help make sure all families get the help they need, regardless of their ability to pay for services,” said Kirk W. Laughlin, YES’ Director of Fund Development & Community Relations.
“We’re committed to the communities we work in,” said Lynann Bradbury, Senior Vice President at Waggener-Edstrom. “And we believe in YES’ mission of serving as a lifeline for the Eastside. We hope this gift inspires other Puget Sound companies and individual donors to make a commitment to the Lifeline Fund.”
Waggener-Edstrom has generously supported YES’ holiday gift program Adopt-A-Family since 2003, but the company increased its commitment to us with a first-time financial gift this year after being inspired by some of the successes of YES clients.
Youth Eastside Services: Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Dangers of “Dusting” or “Doing Air”
In the Lake Washington School District, 8th and 9th graders are reporting to YES counselors that they are involved in the trend called “dusting” – sometimes in large group settings. ‘Dusting’ (or ‘Doing Air’, as some students call it) is a form of “huffing” inhalants. Inhalant use has been a trend for many years, and continues to be a dangerous one.
Seattle Times: Thursday, September 28, 2006
Program strives to help teens kick gambling habit
The Times also reports on YES' launching of the first state-funded program to help teens battle gambling addiction.
King County Journal: Tuesday, September 26, 2006
More Teens Hooked on Gambling
A new partnership has been devleoped between YES and Washington state's Department of Social and Health Service's Division on Alcohol and Substance Abuse to address this growing problem. YES is the first agency in Washington state to provide youth counseling for problem gambling.
KOMO TV: Tuesday, September 26, 2006
New Program Aims To Help Teens Kick Addiction To Gambling
KOMO TV interviewed Chris Sogn and a young client about the challenges faced by gambling-addicted teens.
Kirkland Courier: Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Stop the Bullying: How to help your children
Children who are being bullied need their parents' support and help, according to YES' violence prevention supervisor Brian Bailey. Read this article to find out how parents can help kids through this serious challenge.
Bellevue Chamber of Commerce: Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Companies honored with Eastside Business Awards
YES was honored to receive the 2006 Impact/Nonprofit Award from the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce. Patti Skelton-McGougan, YES' Executive Director, accepted the award at the May 24, 2006 Eastside Business Awards ceremony.
KING-5 News: Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Teens finding dangerous drug right at home
YES was featured in a KING-5 News and KONG-TV story on teens and prescription-drug abuse. In a special report by investigator Linda Byron, a YES client was brave enough to talk about the personal challenges faced by teen substance abusers.
Our counselor Tena Youngberg provided insight on this troubling issue.
(Note: The text of the story and a video clip are available by following the link above. Free registration is required on the KING-5 website.)
Seattle Times: Wednesday, May 17, 2006
YES presents annual Community Award to Microsoft
At our 2006 Annual Meeting, YES proudly presented its Community Award to Microsoft for its ongoing commitment to kids and families. We also honored John and Judy Garling who have supported us through charitable giving and dedicated volunteer efforts for nearly 30 years.
The Woodinville Weekly: Monday, April 24, 2006
Parents: Make prom night safe and fun for teens
Prom can be a nightmare of worry for parents. For instance, alcohol contributes to as many as three out of every five traffic-accident deaths during prom and graduation weekends. And substance abuse increases the chances of violence and sexual assaults. YES' Galena Smith offers advice for parents on building trust and communication in their families to ensure that prom night is enjoyable and safe for their teens.
Seattle Times: Wednesday, February 01, 2006
When Kids Can't Shake the Blues
Suffering from major depression, eighth-grader "Michelle" would barely talk and described herself as being "in my own shell." Find out how YES helped her in this informative article on teen and childhood depression.
Seattle Times: Saturday, January 14, 2006
What teens know — that parents don't
YES counselor Sue Cutler offers insight into dangerous teen activities.
Real Results Newsletter - United Way of King County: Thursday, January 12, 2006
Helping Jorge Meet his Potential
Jorge's mentoring experience is something that he will always carry with him -- thanks to the assistance he got from the caring adult matched with him through YES' SUCCESS Program.
King County Journal: Tuesday, January 03, 2006
Most of us keep New Year's resolutions (but here's advice if you need help)
YES counselor Carrie Erickson offers guidance on creating your "resolution plan" -- for instance, concentrating on your past successes rather than failures.
The Seattle Times "Fund for the Needy" Series: Monday, December 26, 2005
As families heal, counselors help teens on journey back from brink
A former client of YES was "so cool" that at 14, he smoked dope on a school bus and later kept a loaded shotgun under his bed. Find out how YES programs intervened to help turn his life around.
Youth Eastside Services: Tuesday, December 13, 2005
YES Helps Youth Get Through Holiday Blues
Young people get the holiday blues too, particularly when their expectations of comfort and joy clash with reality, says David Weed, a youth and family therapist and intake supervisor here at Youth Eastside Services.
“We see families struggling with divorce, domestic violence, substance abuse, poverty and other issues. The messages in holiday advertisements and the like become a real set-up for disappointment.”
YES experiences an upsurge in crisis calls around this time of year, growing to about two per week from one each month.
The call could be from an abuse victim, the parent of a teenage runaway or even a young person threatening suicide. “They’re saying, ‘Everything hurts so bad right now and I don’t see it ending,’ ” Weed says.
Parents will be better able to help their children get through tough times if they’re not feeling overwhelmed themselves, he says. That’s why his first advise to parents is to take care themselves.
Those who relieve their stress in healthy ways, such as writing in a journal or going for a walk, are not only good role models for their children, they’re also likely to be in a better frame of mind to talk – and listen.
Weed advises parents to maintain an open dialogue with their children and to resist the urge to try to fix problems right away.
Help is available through several sources, including: YES at 425-747-4937; the 24-hour Crisis Hotline at 206-461-3222 or 1-800-244-5767; and Teen Link, a crisis line geared toward and staffed by teens, at 206-461-4922 or 888-431-8336. Another resource is www.save.org, which includes information on depression and suicide as well as a toll-free number: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).
The Seattle Times: Monday, November 28, 2005
On The Move
Debbi Halela takes on an expanded role at YES!
The Seattle Times: Sunday, November 20, 2005
Tradition of goodwill aids neighbors in need
YES is a proud beneficiary of the Seattle Times Fund for the Needy.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Monday, November 14, 2005
People on the Move
An earlier announcement about Debbi in the P-I.
Youth Eastside Services: Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Community says "YES" to YES at its October 2005 Benefit Luncheon!
With Title-Level support from Symetra Financial, Presenting-Level sponsorships from Macy's, Michael's Toyota, and Wells Fargo Bank, and the generosity of 600 individuals, YES' October 2005 Invest in Youth Luncheon reached a fundraising total of $225,000!
The Seattle Times: Thursday, August 25, 2005
Northwest native loved nature, life
YES notes the passing of a wonderful volunteer and community member.
KOMO-TV: Monday, July 11, 2005
Eastside counseling agency always ready to lend a helping paw
An Eastside Agency that helps counsel teenagers is getting a helping hand. Make that a helping paw!
The Seattle Times: Friday, May 13, 2005
Bellevue's Crossroads facility to get $1.6 million expansion
Out there on the waxed gymnasium floor, Anirubh Sivakumar looks like all the other kids. He's tucked inside a pint-sized truck, tiny hands...
The Seattle Times: Sunday, February 06, 2005
Fund for the Needy: Generous donors give "at home"
Tr-a-di-tion, n. A time-honored practice or set of such practices. We all have them: Bumbershoot on Labor Day weekend; the Duck Dodge races...
The Seattle Times: Sunday, January 30, 2005
Eastside program serves 31,000
Youth Eastside Services is another program helping children and teenagers, particularly those in troubling circumstances. The nonprofit in Bellevue...
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Thursday, May 13, 2004
Violence among girls on the rise
Experts have seen an uptick in assaults by young females on one another, with some attacks particularly brutal...
The Seattle Times: Tuesday, March 30, 2004
Eastside organization plans, practices emergency response
The sighs of relief are always coupled with the what-ifs. A near-tragedy stunned Bellevue last week when a teacher took a gun away from a Newport High School student as he apparently...
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