Suicide impacts 180 million Americans each year. Empower yourself with the tools to support someone who is struggling…(Read More)
You don’t have to reach your breaking point. Self-care is an absolute must in today’s world…(Read More)
Is today’s world weighing you down? Squash those negative vibes with a little kindness! Here are 10 of our best quotes to get you started…(Read More)
Are you taking the time to take care of YOU? Here are some great ideas to add to your self-care toolbox…(Read More)
Suicide is a growing epidemic, but you have the power to save lives. Learn the warning signs of suicide and how you can help someone struggling…(Read More)
What’s the value of life if not the sum of every moment lived? Learn to embrace each moment before they become memories…(Read More)
This month we would like to recognize Ashley Santos for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth at our Boulder AYA campus…(Read More)
Do you know what it means to be #YDIStrong? Learn the true meaning behind the hashtag from our teammates across the state…(Read More)
Rebecca was a fiercely strong woman with a huge heart. Her memory will forever carry on throughout our organization…(Read More)
Grief is a journey that looks different for everyone. Here are some common emotions that come alongside loss…(Read More)
Learn how you can move through the stages of grief and process loss…(Read More)
Learn how to practice culturally sensitive social work with minority populations…(Read More)
Did you know that purposeful gratitude is great for your mind and body? To get you started, we’re getting the positive vibes rolling by sharing what we’re grateful for in our lives…(Read More)
Do you have the mindset to weather this storm? It starts with the thoughts you water each day and the strength to press on during adversity…(Read More)
What does it mean to be a hero? Learn about #YDIStrong and the true heroes who blossomed amidst this crisis…(Read More)
This month we would like to recognize Misty Blakeman for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth in our Billings community services…(Read More)
If you’re feeling a sense of emotional exhaustion right now, you’re not alone. That tired feeling is an all to common experience for many of us…(Read More)
The impact that mental health support services have on families is vast. Thank you to those who sacrifice so much to help Montana families in need…(Read More)
We would like to recognize, Chloe Meltzer, as our employee spotlight for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth in our Bozeman & Livingston community services…(Read More)
What does it mean to be selfless during a pandemic? It’s not easy, but we all have a responsibility to protect the health of those around us…(Read More)
The current decline in American mental health has real, tangible implications for both businesses and our nation as a whole. But, within each of us is the power to make a difference…(Read More)
Are you struggling? Here are ten of our best quotes on trauma and grief…(Read More)
We’re all experiencing trauma at the hands of this pandemic, not just from the virus itself, but also from its unintended consequences…(Read More)
Learn more about men’s mental health and why we should all care about this pressing topic…(Read More)
Learn about Jade’s foster care story and the struggles that so many kids in our system face…(Read More)
The weight of childhood trauma sits heavily on our nation. Learn about it’s effects and how you can impact the future of our most vulnerable population…(Read More)
With nearly 4,000 kids in foster care in Montana, the time is now to get involved. Learn more about how you can help a child in need…(Read More)
Are you stuck in your routine? Learn what that resistance to change is all about so you can break free into a world of possibilities…(Read More)
Men’s mental health is a silent crisis that’s building in the United States. They make up 75% of all deaths by suicide in our nation each year…(Read More)
Trauma has a huge impact on us. Learn more about this important topic and how you can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth…(Read More)
Our judgment of others can say a lot about us. Learn what that’s all about and the benefits of working towards being more open-minded…(Read More)
Every child deserves a loving home. You can make a difference, become a foster parent…(Read More)
Change is hard for everyone! Learn how to cope with it so that you can become the very best version of you…(Read More)
Supporting those who are struggling can be hard. If this is something that doesn’t come naturally to you, have no fear! We have a few tips to help you out…(Read More)
We’re truly grappling with uncertain times at the moment. Learn how to cope with that uncertainty so that you can be the very best version of yourself…(Read More)
The University of Montana recently published a survey showing the true nature of the devastation in Montana left in the wake of this pandemic…(Read More)
Learn more about the intimate link between trauma and ritualized compulsive comfort-seeking, aka addiction…(Read More)
At any given time, roughly 3,000 kids will be in our state’s foster care system. A number that at one point had increased over 80% since I started my career in children’s services a little over seven years ago…(Read More)
In order to celebrate the glorious mess that is motherhood, the true dedication of the women we love most, we’re sharing ten of the best motherhood letter boards that we could find…(Read More)
Roughly 60 million Americans struggle with insomnia each year. Have no fear though, we have a few tips and tricks to help you sleep through the night better…(Read More)
Jaeda’s story about her battle with depression and recovery is powerful. It’s a reminder to those who are struggling that you aren’t alone…(Read More)
It’s important to recognize when kids are struggling so that we’re able to support them. Here are five signs that your child may be struggling with grief…(Read More)
A recent survey by Cigna shows that over 50% Americans are lonely. In fact, a whopping 54% of those polled felt like there was no one in their lives that knew them intimately. The statistics are certainly shocking, but loneliness isn’t just a U.S. phenomenon…(Read More)
If you’ve been wondering what that confusing, painful ache in your chest is, it might very well be grief. For those that are struggling, we’ve got five tips to help you move through those heavy feelings…(Read More)
Learn how stress impacts our communities, mental health, and what you can do to prevent it’s negative effects…(Read More)
Who hasn’t experienced anxiety at one point or another? For those who have struggled, we’ve got some tips to help you tame that anxious brain…(Read More)
Looking for tips to help you adult in the professional world like a pro? Look no further, we’ve go some of the best resources we could find right here…(Read More)
Looking to start your journey to a happier, healthier you? Practicing self-care is the first step on that path…(Read More)
We are stronger together! Check out our #YDIStrong spotlights from across the state…(Read More)
Are you looking for a little parenting inspiration? Well, look no further! We’ve got ten of our most powerful parenting quotes to inspire…(Read More)
Youth Dynamics of Montana
