Clay County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 4061 - Health & Wellbeing | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4061.2) | 0 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in Health 4-H Programming |
| 4061.1) | 450 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in Health 4-H Programming |
Success Stories
Addressing Youth Mental Health in Clay County Through 4-H
Author: Alissa Ackerman
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Mental health challenges among youth are an increasing concern in Kentucky and across the nation. According to the Kentucky Department of Education, 16% of youth struggle with depression and anxiety, and 17% of high school students have reported having thoughts of suicide. Recognizing the urgency of these issues, both the 4-H Council and the County Extension Council identified youth mental health as a critical area of focus.In response, Clay County Extension partnered with Clay County Public Sch
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