What are the FYI Parent Support Groups?
Parents of Youth with Complex Diagnosis
Parents and caregivers who have a youth with a dual diagnosis.
Join other parents on the 1st Friday of the month at 12 MST.
Noon Coffee Chat: Feedback and Support
Parents and caregivers discuss their experiences with the YES (Youth Empowerment Services) and find support for challenges they are facing.
Join other parents on the 4th Wednesday of the
month at 12 MST.
Midday Caregivers’ Support Group
FYIdaho staff member Rochelle Bettis will facilitate a discussion among parent peers to help you manage the stresses of what can be an isolating journey at times. Also for parents and caregivers who need support as their child transitions to residential care or back to home.
Join other parents on the 3rd Monday of the month at 12:30 PM MST.
Evening Caregivers’ Support Group
FYIdaho staff member Rochelle Bettis will facilitate a discussion among parent peers to help you manage the stresses of what can be an isolating journey at times. Also for parents and caregivers who need support as their child transitions to residential care or back to home.
First Monday at 7PM
Evening Coffee Chat: Feedback and Support
Join FYIdaho staff member Jennifer Ruiz to discuss YES (Youth Empowerment Services) and find support for challenges you are facing.
Third Thursday, 6:30 PM
- 02April 2, 2023
Youth MOVE Discord
Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy. YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually, or can’t attend our in person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the serve and meet via voice channel once a week to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games.
To learn more, fill out our interest form here.
- 03April 3, 2023
The Boise Brick House: SAT studying with Nachos
Boise Brick House704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is open Mondays-Wednesdays from 2:45-5:30pm for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!
- 04April 4, 2023
FYI Complex Diagnosis
This group is for those who are interested in learning about the complexities of mental health and developmental disabilities.
- 04April 4, 2023
The Boise Brick House: PhotoVoice Art Research Meeting #1
Boise Brick House704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is open Mondays-Wednesdays from 2:45-5:30pm for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!
- 04April 4, 2023
Youth Support Endorsement Training
Youth Support EndorsementTraining
April 4-7, 2023
9am-2:30pm MT each day
Online via ZoomYouth Support Endorsement Training is available to individuals who hold a current Peer Support Specialist certification and who have personal lived experience as a youth or adolescent with serious emotional disturbance (SED) or SED co-occurring with substance use disorder (SUD). It is recommended that training applicants be between ages 21-30 and have a strong personal connection to current youth culture to relate with youth on a peer-to-peer level based on shared knowledge and experience. Please visit the grey Youth Support heading at www.optumidaho.com/content/ops-optidaho/idaho/en/providers/trainings.html to learn more and apply to the training.
