State funding allows YouthZone to divert kids from the criminal justice system in the 9th Judicial District by providing intervention and support through the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum program. Since 2018, Airen Goodman has been the CYDC/Senate Bill 94 Coordinator. Appearing in court is scary and unsettling for teens and their families. Airen, who holds […]
Continue ReadingJames Bakehouse New Substance Use Interventionist
YouthZone’s James Bakehouse excited to help youth in the community get back on track James Bakehouse took the long, more difficult path to get to YouthZone to help young people who may be headed down a similar path. He feels his own past gives him the perspective he needs to relate to teens who may […]
Continue ReadingYouth Film Fest spotlight of YouthZone’s Ascent fundraiser
By Carol Wolff Development Director Taking their cues from the world around them, eight young filmmakers created movies this summer to tell their stories of how the world around them impacts their choices. The 2021 Youth Film Fest provides a venue for these young advocates to express their view of a quickly changing world and […]
Continue ReadingYouthZone’s CREAAT addresses equity policies
The growth of the Black Lives Matter movement along with the additional social unrest that followed the death of George Floyd in 2020 led many individuals and businesses to reflect on how their actions might negatively impact others around them. YouthZone’s process of self-examination began with a concrete effort of staff engaging in reading and […]
Continue ReadingQuality time builds trusting relationship with your teens
Sharlene Salinas Youth Advocate II Sharing quality time with your children allows you to know what your child is up to without making it seem like your keeping tabs on them. Quality time comes from sharing a meal, taking a walk, or picking them up from school/extracurricular activities. Parents can ask specific question about […]
Continue ReadingMary Bess Bolling takes over leadership of YouthZone’s Restorative Justice program
Helping youth understand the impact of their actions on their community requires an effective communicator with strong leadership skills. Mary Bess Bolling began building relationships with the YouthZone community in 2019 when she came on board as the Administrative Manager. Her new role as the Restorative Justice Coordinator allows her to expand her engagement with […]
Continue ReadingWords From a YouthZone Client
YouthZone Client Spring 2021 My idea is to address the issues people struggle with. Adult and youth drug and nicotine users should really think about what they’re doing and how it could affect their future and health, including their mental health. For example, if you get caught doing drugs or any nicotine product outside, near, or inside the school campus, it can really affect your school record and can make […]
Continue ReadingTeens emotional health impacted by Covid-19 restrictions
By Keith Berglund Assistant Director It has been well over a year since the Covid-19 pandemic changed all our lives dramatically. The social restrictions put in place to contain the pandemic have left most of us feeling exhausted and stressed out. Families have been in “survival mode” for all or most of that time with children experiencing a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and fear. The pandemic has been especially difficult […]
Continue ReadingFarewell Lori! Retirement Party Gallery 2021
YouthZone's staff and supporters all gathered at Hotel Colorado on June 9th, 2021 to send Lori off with best wishes and gratitude for her 30 years of service to the community. Click the link to see highlights from the event.
Continue ReadingCharity Golf Tournament 2021 Gallery
YouthZone's 2021 Charity Golf Tournament was a smash hit! The tournament held 100 golfers and 15 generous sponsors. We want to give a big thanks to anyone who participated, volunteered, or sponsored the event. We can't wait to host another day of fun for a great cause.
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