Curious about the substances that kids and teens might be encountering today? Products like high‑potency THC , hemp -derived items, kratom , and “magic mushrooms” (psilocybin) are more common than ever, and it can be hard to know what’s safe and what’s not.   On January 13 , join Julie Dreifaldt from One Chance to Grow Up, who has seen firsthand in Colorado how these substances are impacting young people. She will walk us through what’s out there, what effects these products

By:  Kate Larson, CCCHS YLinK Reporter On November 4, the Clay Center YLinK Chapter hosted the state-wide YLinK Conference at the Midwest Dream Car Collection. A record 200 students and 30 adults attended, making this YLinK conference the biggest ever held.   From our own Clay Center chapter, we had nine students, Billie Beaver, Alessia Carrales, Caydence Jensen, Kate Larson, Braylee and Brynlee Langvardt, Mariela Lopez, Lillia Matheney, and Haven Turner, and our two adults,

Screenagersmovie.com is a website that provides practical ideas on how to help our kids manage their cell phones and social media. Hint: It usually starts with the adults! This is a good article that also includes a link to their weekly podcast and Youtube channel. https://www.screenagersmovie.com/blog/helping-our-kids-starts-with-our-own-phone-habits?utm_source=TTT+and+Movie&utm_campaign=f66e610c68-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_TTT526_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-e0518a1e9b-161980

National Drug Take Back DayIn conjunction with the Clay County Health Fair Saturday, October 25, 2025 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Clay County...

Clay Counts is proud to host our next "Courageous Conversation" event! This powerful documentary investigates how social media platforms,...

On November 4 th , the CCCHS YLinK chapter will host the organization’s state conference. Youth Leaders in Kansas – YlinK is a...

Please consider donating to Clay Counts at this Thursday's Gather For Good Day!

Clay Counts communications coordinator Matt Weller writes a monthly article for the Clay Center Dispatch and Regional newspapers. In the...

In this episode of the Clay Counts Connection Podcast , we talk to Taylor Johnson, a comedian from Wichita who focuses on mental health....

The Clay Counts Coalition invites community members to its next free Courageous Conversations event titled ‘Strong Feelings About Being...

CCCHS graduate and previous YLinK member Raegann McDonald was recently featured on Vive 18’s "Drug Prevention Power Hour" podcast, with...

THIS GUIDE , provided by getsmartaboutdrugs.gov , offers information that can help you raise children who understand the risks of...

The Clay Counts Coalition invites you to a FREE night of laughter, stories, and being together! In his new show, comedian Taylor Johnson...

A free class called Parenting with Love and Logic  will be offered to parents and grandparents of children ages 1 to 7 this September....

Operation Parent is an organization that provides valuable resources and education for parents, caregivers, and youth-serving...

This article by Camber Children's Mental Health discusses why social media leaves you feeling "off" and what to do about it.

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As summer begins, DFC/CARA would like to highlight some resources to support parents and communities in keeping youth engaged and active...

The Kansas Suicide Prevention Resources website offers a variety of free trainings open to the public. You can find more information...

Organizations like Clay Counts are making a difference around the country! https://abcnews.go.com/Health/us-drug-overdose-deaths-fell-27-...