Upcoming events
Safe Sitter® BABYSITTER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
Safe Sitter® is for 6th - 8th-grade students looking to be more independent at home and even start babysitting for siblings, friends, or other families.
December Open meeting
CYD Open Meetings are open to all interested in improving the well-being of youth and their families in Bartholomew County.
Understanding adverse childhood experiences workshop
This FREE workshop for caring adults is centered around growing awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), with a special focus on youth in Bartholomew County.
Developmental Relationships Community Workshop
This FREE workshop is designed to help adults in the community understand and focus on the five elements of Search Institute's Developmental Relationships framework to build strong, meaningful relationships with children and youth in their lives. Attendees will also review local data on the well-being of youth in Bartholomew County and hear from some local teens about what they need from adults.
Safe@Home (by Safe Sitter®)
Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a 90-minute program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone.
IAN REgion 9 Meeting
Join us for a Regional Engagement Meeting in Region 9. These gatherings bring together OST providers and stakeholders from various regions across Indiana to connect in person, share insights, and collaborate on enhancing our services.
These meetings are designed to strengthen the OST community by facilitating meaningful exchanges and building partnerships. Come and be part of this collaborative effort to uplift the quality and efficiency of our programs. Register by September 25.
October Open Meeting
CYD Open Meetings are open to all interested in improving the well-being of youth and their families in Bartholomew County.
Understanding adverse childhood experiences workshop
This FREE workshop for caring adults is centered around growing awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), with a special focus on youth in Bartholomew County.
Youth Mental Health First Aid FOR ADULTS
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and youth. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. Plus, you’ll receive a 3-year Mental Health First Aider Certification.
Safe@Home (by Safe Sitter®)
Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a 90-minute program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone.
IYI Regional Meeting
Prioritizing Youth Worker Well-Being: Innovative Solutions Caring for those who care for kids.
Indiana’s new Youth Worker Well-Being Project is leading the charge in prioritizing your well-being by providing resources and direct support to those who care for our youth. Join us for their upcoming regional event here in Columbus to learn more about this innovative initiative serving Indiana youth workers!
August 29 | IYI Regional Meeting | Columbus Learning Center in the Summerville Room
Developmental Relationships Community Workshop
This FREE workshop is designed to help adults in the community understand and focus on the five elements of Search Institute's Developmental Relationships framework to build strong, meaningful relationships with children and youth in their lives. Attendees will also review local data on the well-being of youth in Bartholomew County and hear from some local teens about what they need from adults.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to adults who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. Plus, you’ll receive a 3-year Mental Health First Aider Certification.
August Open Meeting
CYD Open Meetings are open to all interested in improving the well-being of youth and their families in Bartholomew County.
Safe Sitter® BABYSITTER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
Safe Sitter® is for 6th - 8th-grade students looking to be more independent at home and even start babysitting for siblings, friends, or other families.
Understanding adverse childhood experiences workshop
This FREE workshop for caring adults is centered around growing awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), with a special focus on youth in Bartholomew County.
Operation Parent Session #5
Are you concerned about the challenges facing your child and other young people today? Join us for Operation Parent, a series of 5 sessions equipping caregivers with the tools they need to provide support for their middle-high school aged-students. Each session is offered at no cost and features a communal dinner, expert content presenters, door prizes, and more.
Youth Mental Health First Aid FOR ADULTS (2 Half-day sessions)
PLEASE NOTE: THIS TRAINING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN TWO HALF-DAY SESSIONS HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 25TH, AND WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26TH, FROM 9 AM - 12 PM EACH DAY. BOTH SESSIONS MUST BE ATTENDED.
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and youth. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. Plus, you’ll receive a 3-year Mental Health First Aider Certification.
June Open Meeting
CYD Open Meetings are open to all interested in improving the well-being of youth and their families in Bartholomew County.
Developmental Relationships Community Workshop
This FREE workshop is designed to help adults in the community understand and focus on the five elements of Search Institute's Developmental Relationships framework to build strong, meaningful relationships with children and youth in their lives. Attendees will also review local data on the well-being of youth in Bartholomew County and hear from some local teens about what they need from adults.
Operation Parent Session #4
Are you concerned about the challenges facing your child and other young people today? Join us for Operation Parent, a series of 5 sessions equipping caregivers with the tools they need to provide support for their middle-high school aged-students. Each session is offered at no cost and features a communal dinner, expert content presenters, door prizes, and more.
Mental Health First Aid Information Session (Virtual)
Learn more about the three Mental Health First Aid trainings offered by CYD during this online information session.
Safe@Home (by Safe Sitter®)
Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a 90-minute program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone.
Understanding adverse childhood experiences workshop
This FREE workshop for caring adults is centered around growing awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), with a special focus on youth in Bartholomew County.
Indiana Youth Institute's 2024 State of the Child - Bartholomew Co.
Join us for Indiana Youth Institute’s 2024 State of the Child presentation to learn about and connect around key data on Hoosier youth well-being from IYI’s recently released 2024 Indiana KIDS COUNT® Data Book!
Operation Parent Session #3
Are you concerned about the challenges facing your child and other young people today? Join us for Operation Parent, a series of 5 sessions equipping caregivers with the tools they need to provide support for their middle-high school aged-students. Each session is offered at no cost and features a communal dinner, expert content presenters, door prizes, and more.
Safe Sitter® BABYSITTER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
Safe Sitter® is for 6th - 8th-grade students looking to be more independent at home and even start babysitting for siblings, friends, or other families.
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT 2024
A full day of engaging activities for emerging leaders in high school designed to build leadership skills, inspire action, and create a welcoming community for youth!
April Open Meeting
CYD Open Meetings are open to all interested in improving the well-being of youth and their families in Bartholomew County.
Operation Parent Session #2
Are you concerned about the challenges facing your child and other young people today? Join us for Operation Parent, a series of 5 sessions equipping caregivers with the tools they need to provide support for their middle-high school aged-students. Each session is offered at no cost and features a communal dinner, expert content presenters, door prizes, and more.