Family & Youth Initiatives

Family & Youth Initiatives We are a grant-funded, county agency that supports Chaffee County children, youth and families.

Our parenting programs are designed to give you positive, effective tools to navigate the meltdowns and get your family ...
06/10/2026

Our parenting programs are designed to give you positive, effective tools to navigate the meltdowns and get your family back on track.

We're here to help.

Contact us today at [email protected] to learn how we can support you.

Our youth succeed when they have a community that invests in them. By joining a workgroup, you aren’t just attending a m...
06/10/2026

Our youth succeed when they have a community that invests in them. By joining a workgroup, you aren’t just attending a meeting; you’re building a foundation for the next generation to lead and thrive. 🤝

Find your fit in one of our focus areas:

Social Norms Media Campaign: Shaping the narrative for our youth.

Early Initiation of Use: Working together on prevention.

Youth Voice Rising: Elevating voices from middle through high school.

Community Prosocial Opportunities: Creating meaningful ways to connect.

Building a Social Change Movement: Empowering youth to lead the way.

The Commitment: Just 1.5 hours, once a month.
TAKE ACTION: Ready to help our youth succeed?
Reach out to Jill Lewis today to get involved!
📧 [email protected]
📞 719-530-2500



Nuestros jóvenes triunfan cuando tienen una comunidad que invierte en ellos. Al unirte a un grupo de trabajo, no solo estás asistiendo a una reunión; estás construyendo los cimientos para que la próxima generación lidere y prospere. 🤝

Encuentra tu lugar en una de nuestras áreas de enfoque:

Campaña de Medios sobre Normas Sociales: Cambiando la narrativa para nuestros jóvenes.

Inicio Temprano del Consumo: Trabajando juntos en la prevención.

El Despertar de la Voz Juvenil (Youth Voice Rising): Elevando las voces desde la secundaria hasta la preparatoria.

Oportunidades Prosociales Comunitarias: Creando formas significativas de conectar.

Construyendo un Movimiento de Cambio Social: Empoderando a los jóvenes para liderar el camino.

El Compromiso: Solo 1.5 horas, una vez al mes.
TOMA ACCIÓN: ¿Listo para ayudar a nuestros jóvenes a triunfar?
¡Contáctanos hoy mismo para involucrarte!

📧 Correo electrónico: [email protected]

📞 Teléfono: 719-530-2500

"🌱 Growing Happy Hearts: Nurturing Parenting Class!Calling Buena Vista parents and caregivers! Ready to connect deeper, ...
06/09/2026

"🌱 Growing Happy Hearts: Nurturing Parenting Class!

Calling Buena Vista parents and caregivers! Ready to connect deeper, grow closer, and thrive together? Join our summer parenting class starting this July!

· 🗓️ When: Wednesdays, July 15 – Sept 30, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

· 📍 Where: 205 S San Juan Ave., Buena Vista

· ✨ Includes: Free dinner & childcare! 🍽️🧒

Spots fill up fast! For more information or to sign up, send an email to [email protected].

If you are ready to sign up now, go to this link: https://tinyurl.com/ParentingClassSignUp.

Let’s make it a great summer for your family! 💖

"

Local businesses across the valley stepped up this month for the Pinwheels of Possibility decorating contest! Using pinw...
06/08/2026

Local businesses across the valley stepped up this month for the Pinwheels of Possibility decorating contest! Using pinwheels, the color blue, and messages of hope, they helped us remind everyone that child abuse prevention is possible when we work together. Thank you to every business that participated. The pinwheel symbolizes the bright future every child deserves, and seeing them all over town proves just how much this community cares.

Next time you’re downtown, stop in and say thanks to these amazing local partners!



¡Los negocios locales de todo el valle se sumaron este mes al concurso de decoración Molinillos de Posibilidades (Pinwheels of Possibility)! Usando molinillos, el color azul y mensajes de esperanza, nos ayudaron a recordarles a todos que la prevención del abuso infantil es posible cuando trabajamos juntos.

Gracias a cada uno de los negocios que participaron. El molinillo simboliza el futuro brillante que cada niño merece, y verlos por todo el pueblo demuestra cuánto se preocupa esta comunidad.

La próxima vez que estés en el centro, ¡pasa a saludar y dar las gracias a estos increíbles aliados locales!

de Posibilidades

The FYI Chaffee team put together a list of our absolute favorite summer reads for kids of all ages. Whether you’re lear...
06/06/2026

The FYI Chaffee team put together a list of our absolute favorite summer reads for kids of all ages. Whether you’re learning to grow a garden or heading on a wild adventure, these are community classics:

🐛 The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Eric Carle) – A summer snack-time staple.

🌈 Planting a Rainbow (Lois Ehlert) – Perfect for our local budding gardeners!

🐒 Summer of Monkeys (Wilson Rawls) – A nostalgic, outdoor adventure for older kids.

🥪 The Bear Ate Your Sandwich (Julia Sarcone-Roach) – A hilarious mystery for park picnics.

🚫 No, David! (David Shannon) – For that high-energy summer spirit we all know and love!



El equipo de Chaffee FYI preparó una lista de nuestras lecturas de verano favoritas para niños de todas las edades. Ya sea que estén aprendiendo a cultivar un jardín o emprendiendo una aventura salvaje, estos son clásicos comunitarios:

🐛 La oruga muy hambrienta / The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Eric Carle) – Un elemento básico para la hora de la merienda en verano.

🌈 Cómo plantar un arcoíris / Planting a Rainbow (Lois Ehlert) – ¡Perfecto para nuestros pequeños jardineros locales en potencia!

🐒 El verano de los monos / Summer of Monkeys (Wilson Rawls) – Una nostálgica aventura al aire libre para los niños más grandes.

🥪 El oso se comió tu sándwich / The Bear Ate Your Sandwich (Julia Sarcone-Roach) – Un misterio muy divertido para los picnics en el parque.

🚫 ¡No, David! / No, David! (David Shannon) – ¡Para ese espíritu veraniego de alta energía que todos conocemos y amamos!

April was a month of action, and our community truly showed up for Child Abuse Prevention Month. Whether you wore blue, ...
06/04/2026

April was a month of action, and our community truly showed up for Child Abuse Prevention Month. Whether you wore blue, shared a resource, or attended an event—thank you.

We are especially grateful to our incredible local sponsors and partners. This work is only possible because of your commitment to keeping Chaffee County’s children safe and supported. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer future for the Heart of the Rockies. 🏔️🤝



Abril fue un mes de acción, y nuestra comunidad realmente se hizo presente durante el Mes de la Prevención del Abuso Infantil. Ya sea que te hayas vestido de azul, compartido un recurso o asistido a un evento: gracias.

Estamos especialmente agradecidos con nuestros increíbles patrocinadores y aliados locales. Este trabajo solo es posible gracias a su compromiso de mantener a los niños del condado de Chaffee seguros y apoyados. Juntos, estamos construyendo un futuro más fuerte y seguro para el Corazón de las Rocosas. 🏔️🤝

06/01/2026

Fun Fact: Taking even a 24-hour break from social media can significantly lower cortisol (stress) levels. It’s not about being “bad” for using tech—it’s about understanding how the “time suck” and comparison game affects our brains.

Tomarse un descanso de las redes sociales, aunque sea por solo 24 horas, puede reducir significativamente los niveles de cortisol (la hormona del estrés). No se trata de que usar la tecnología sea “malo”, sino de entender cómo el “perder el tiempo” en las pantallas y el juego de las comparaciones afectan a nuestro cerebro. Un pequeño respiro puede ser el mejor regalo para tu mente.

Kids don’t come with a manual, but we’ve got the next best thing! 📖 From toddlers to teens (0-14), our parenting classes...
06/01/2026

Kids don’t come with a manual, but we’ve got the next best thing! 📖 From toddlers to teens (0-14), our parenting classes offer real tools to lower stress and build connection. We even have a dedicated class just for Dads! Reach out for more information on class details at [email protected]

Los niños no vienen con manual, ¡pero tenemos lo mejor que sigue! 📖 Desde niños pequeños hasta adolescentes (0-14), nuestras clases para padres ofrecen herramientas reales para reducir el estrés y construir conexión. ¡También tenemos una clase dedicada solo para papás! Contáctanos para más información sobre las clases en [email protected]

Your brain is still “under construction,” which means you have a massive advantage in shaping who you become. Project TN...
05/28/2026

Your brain is still “under construction,” which means you have a massive advantage in shaping who you become. Project TND (Project Towards No Drug Abuse) isn’t a lecture—it’s a masterclass in how substances actually affect your goals, your family, and your body.

Knowledge is power. Whether you’re curious about the science of addiction or just want to make sure nothing gets in the way of your future, this 12-session course is for you.

The Perks:

• Free snacks and drinks at every session.
• Awesome incentives just for participating.
• Real talk on how to keep your developing mind sharp.

The Details:
Designed for ages 14–19. Ready to join? Reach out to David to grab your spot:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (719) 530-2500



Tu cerebro todavía está “en construcción”, lo que significa que tienes una enorme ventaja para moldear quién llegarás a ser. Project TND (Toward No Drug Abuse) no es una conferencia: es una clase magistral sobre cómo las sustancias realmente afectan tus metas, tu familia y tu cuerpo.

El conocimiento es poder. Ya sea que tengas curiosidad sobre la ciencia de la adicción o simplemente quieras asegurarte de que nada se interponga en tu futuro, este curso de 12 sesiones es para ti.

Los beneficios:

• Snacks y bebidas gratis en cada sesión.
• Incentivos increíbles solo por participar.
• Conversaciones reales sobre cómo mantener tu mente en desarrollo enfocada y saludable.

Los detalles:
Diseñado para jóvenes de 14 a 19 años. ¿Listo para unirte? Comunícate con David para apartar tu lugar:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (719) 530-2500

Do you love working with kids and making a difference in your community? Chaffee County Family and Youth Initiatives (FY...
05/27/2026

Do you love working with kids and making a difference in your community? Chaffee County Family and Youth Initiatives (FYI) is hiring!

We are looking for a creative, compassionate, and motivated Childcare Provider to join the FYI team. If you are love connecting with families, and want a flexible role that fits your schedule, this is a great fit.
Hours: Part-time (Approximately 5 hours per week)
Pay: $19.00 - $24.00/hour (DOQ)

What you’ll do: You will support our youth and family program activities, care for young children, and connect directly with local families and internal staff.

What we’re looking for:
Experience working with and caring for young children.
Awareness of child development and developmentally appropriate activities.

For more information, go to: https://www.chaffeecounty.org/job_detail_T9_R62.php

Address

448 E. 1st Street #166
Salida, CO
81201

Telephone

+17195302583

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