Forever Young

11/18/2025

At Forever Young, we know how important it is for parents to feel confident understanding their child’s emotional world. The National Institute of Mental Health offers a short, research-based guide that helps families tell the difference between typical childhood behaviors and signs that a child may need extra support. It also shares simple steps parents can take if they have concerns.

Check out the resource here:

[https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/children-and-mental-health](https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/children-and-mental-health)

We’re also sharing the infographic below from National Online Safety, which offers additional tips specifically around social media and mental health. While it’s not part of the NIMH resource, it provides helpful guidance that many families may find useful.

Together, we can help every child feel safe, supported, and understood. ♾️💛♾️

11/01/2025

We want to encourage all parents to hold on. They’ll be tired of saying this real soon. #6-7

11/01/2025

It’s not too late for your child or teen to experience one of the most meaningful opportunities available. The founders of Forever Young bring over 30 years of experience in advocating for, educating, and mentoring youth. With a strong focus on emotional, social, and mental well-being, they combine their expertise and creative energy to nurture, support, and inspire young people through positive experiences and healthy relationships.

08/02/2025

Back-to-school season can stir up a lot of emotions for our kids and parents, too. 🥹

If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or scattered…. you're not alone. This time of year often comes with various pressures such as silent comparisons — jobs, cars, neighborhoods, backpacks, social media snapshots, social status. But here’s your gentle reminder: none of those things define your worth.

The job you have, the car you drive, or where you live doesn’t make you more or less valuable than any other parent. Neither does the size of your home, the vacations you can or can’t afford, or the school your child attends. And hear this, too: your child’s popularity, behavior, or talents do not define your worth as a parent.

Let’s pass this truth on to our kids. It’s more than okay to teach them that no one is better than them — as long as we help them understand they are not better than anyone else, either. Every person matters. Everyone holds equal value and deserves respect. Now, that's a legacy worth leaving.

In addition to comparison, it’s understandable to experience fear. The state of our country is harmful for children and adolescents. It can be turmoil sometimes having to place them in the care of someone else.

Therapy can help you process these feelings, learn ways to stay grounded, and regulate your nervous system so you can show up for your kids with more calm, connection, and confidence. You deserve support, too, parents! We’re with you this school year and hope that it will be the best one yet!

05/17/2025

We’re watching! We hope you will too. This documentary is only $7 and shares valuable insight on social media and its impact on our children’s mental health.

"Can't Look Away" is a gripping documentary uncovering the dark side of social media's impact on youth. Follow the fight to hold tech companies accountable.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas🎄! May the magic of the season fill your heart with joy and remind you of the simple wonders that make life so special. Here's to feeling Forever Young — full of laughter, love, and all the excitement that comes with this time of year. Wishing you peace, warmth, and unforgettable moments with those you hold dear.

Your Friends at Forever Young. ♾️

12/08/2024

Celebrate JOY on Saturday, December 21st from 1-4pm! Kids can take pictures with Santa at JOY Community Center & Soup Kitchen. A wonderful event for a beautiful cause! ❤️🎄

Good Afternoon Everyone.
Yep. THAT time of year again. It's CHRISTMAS SEASON !!!!!!!!
Once again we will be having our JOY of Christmas this year on Saturday 21st from 1-4pm.
Come meet Santa, Dude In The Red Suit.
Marine Corps League Sgt WE Plueddemann Detachment 1186 is once again leading the TOY drive charge. There are also boxes for collection at Pitt Community College.
Grimes Photography will be doing the pictures again this year and Thomas has a new delivery system where you will get your pictures digitally THAT day.
This year lunch will be provided by a local woman, Christy Kearney Stroud, in Honor & Memory of her cousin, Officer Carlton Williams, a retired Greenville Police Officer and one of the Founding members of "Angel Cops".

12/07/2024

Yesterday, Forever Young honked our way through Pitt County, and had the joy of delivering more than 230 Christmas goody bags to some very deserving kids in our community! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re so grateful to be spreading some holiday cheer! 🎄✨

12/03/2024

🌟 This Giving Tuesday, Empower Children and Adolescents to Build a Brighter Future! 🌟

Looking for a place to give? Please consider Forever Young, Inc.

At Forever Young, Inc., we’re helping youth become resilient, confident, caring, and emotionally healthy. The founders of Forever Young have more than 30 years of advocating for youth, supporting parents and organizing unmatched youth events and programs that every kid wants to attend.

Along with lots of laughter, love and fun times, every youth has access to crisis support, youth counseling, leadership, interactive support groups, unforgettable events, and safe, creative spaces to connect with their peers and vetted leaders. At Forever Young, Inc., we're guiding kids and teens through life's challenges while providing the tools they need to thrive and maintaining positive character.

Studies show that when youth have hope for their future and are valued by people who believe in them, they’re less likely to engage in risky behavior. Your charitable donation today can make a lasting impact by helping create a nonjudgmental and embracing environment. Please join us in making a lasting impact through relevant programs where every young person can grow and succeed and where every kid matters.

‼️‼️CLICK THE LINK ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ to make a difference this Giving Tuesday‼️‼️

https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/donate-to-make-a-difference-151

10/14/2024

Sometimes trying something new will reveal happiness unexplored. 😃

04/08/2024

No matter how much time has passed, a person will always remember where they felt safe as a child. This place or person typically becomes a soft spot for them as an adult while forging through life’s obstacles. Let’s protect our children.

04/01/2024

It's National Child Abuse Prevention Month! Although recovery and support for young victims are important, PREVENTION should be our ultimate goal. No child should experience abuse, exploitation or grooming.

If you need consultation on how to have healthy conversations with your child or teen, please schedule an appointment with Forever Young! We’d love to help. Let's support our courageous victims and let’s keep our children safe by equipping them.