Youth and Family Services of Haddam-Killingworth

08/31/2026

Today we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day.

A time to remember loved ones who have lost their lives to addiction and a time to act to support others.

Prevention/Treatment Resources can be found on our website. https://hkyfs.org/supporting-hk-families/parent-resources/

We provide FREE Naloxone throughout HK in ONEBoxes, as well as in our office. We provide FREE medication/marijuana lock bags in our office and at local events. [email protected] to request

Look for upcoming trainings and resources.

08/31/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day- August 31- is a time to remember and a time to act to save lives.

Submitted by Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services   (August 18, 2026) — Communities, experts, advocates and families come together each August to observe International Overdose …

08/28/2026

Fall Fest /Trunk or Treat is COMING! October 17🎃🎃🎃📣📣📣

This was a SPECTACULAR community event last year- our hearts were so full with the number of kids, families, organizations, and businesses who showed up to celebrate in a safe and fun way!

This year we are enhancing Trunk or Treat with a walking experience full of Trunks, activities, and maybe a few very kid friendly spooks!

📣WE NEED TRUNKS! If you, your family, business, or group want to join us. PLEASE sign up today. There will be awards for some pretty cool categories, too!

Let's keep these kids SAFE HK!

https://hkyfs.org/event/hkyfs-fall-fest-trunk-or-treat-trunk-sign-up/

08/28/2026

Be You at the Barn for 2nd and 3rd graders starts on September 23!

This equine-assisted growth and learning program brings peers and horses together in fun and growth!

When: Wednesdays afterschool 3:45-4:45ish 6 weeks

Kids can take the bus from Burr Elementary

Register: https://hkyfs.org/event/be-you-at-the-barn-2nd-and-3rd-grade/

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

We are so lucky that these incredible Teen Volunteers and Kerry ( she's our exceptional PT Bookkeeper and plant expert!)helped us beautify our space..... adding a splash of color and comfort makes a world of difference for everyone who passes by. 🩷💛💙

08/26/2026

Want to learn more about Care 4 Kids - the subsidy program which helps low-to-moderate income families afford the child care they need? Information sessions are now available in either English or Spanish for families, providers, your staff members and the community at large. Learn more at ctcare4kids.com or call 1-888-214-5437.

08/25/2026

We are proud partners of RSD17- often utilizing space to meet the needs of our youth, families, and community. The work we do together as we support our HK community means the world to us and the people we serve.

These resources are available to help learn more about changes to the schools as we move towards a vote in late September.

Project Website: https://sites.google.com/view/hkhsproject

08/25/2026

Another heartfelt THANK YOU to Dillon, Javale, and Anthony and the incredible community members who donated to our back to school supplies program. HK is a special place. 💙💛

Submitted by Michelle O’Connor-Sidlow, HKYFS   (August 24, 2026) — On August 23, 2026, thirty-eight Haddam-Killingworth youth prepared for the upcoming school year at the Eighth An…