Haddam Killingworth Youth and Family Services has teamed up with Haddam Senior Services and the Killingworth Committee on Aging to offer the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” program, designed to match a local family (with or without children) with an elderly neighbor who could use a little extra help with yard work. We all know that […]

Summer will bring some exciting new events and programs from Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services! The First Annual Summer Solstice Family Fest will take place on June 20, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Parmelee Farm in Killingworth.   The event will feature Family Olympics Games, live bands, food trucks, activities, and more.  HKYFS […]

There is still time for volunteers to join the Haddam-Killingworth Mentoring Program, but the deadline is approaching. The value of the Mentoring Program is perhaps best captured by the comments from current mentees such as these: “I can’t believe that I know how to play chess now, and I can beat you!” “Tuesday is my […]

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for the abuse of medications. Clear out your medicine cabinet and dispose of all unused, unwanted and expired medications and vape devices safely with no […]

Drug deactivation systems, which completely deactivate medications, are being called the future of the ongoing prevention efforts by Connecticut legislators. Every year the FDA advises people to flush unused prescription medications down the toilet instead of disposing of them in the trash.  However, environmentalists argue that this is not best solution.  Flushing these drugs can […]

The Haddam Killingworth community is invited to participate in an essential conversation surrounding youth mental health and substance use rates at a forthcoming community forum. This event, scheduled for April 18, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., will be held at Haddam Killingworth Intermediate/Middle School. Emily Rosenthal, MPH MSW, will lead the discussion by […]

(February 28, 2024) — Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services (HKYFS) has announced the formation of its dedicated Mental Health and Prevention team, each member bringing extensive experience and a deep commitment to enhancing positive youth development in Haddam-Killingworth. Leading the team is Alli Behnke, appointed as the Director of Mental Health and Prevention. With more […]

  (February 15, 2024) — Haddam Killingworth Youth and Family Services is committed to providing families with opportunities and resources to support their children’s development, emotional well-being and success.   With all the advice, social media pages, and influencers in our modern world, it can be hard to know what’s helping our children and what can […]

As we step into the new year, Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services (HKYFS) is looking forward to a new year with a profound commitment to community well-being. To kick off 2024, HKYFS will prioritize mental health, and prevention, and strengthen family connections and overall wellness through the following series of events: On January 25, 2024, […]

Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services (HKYFS) recently concluded its 2023 Holiday Giving Program, uniting the community in a collective effort to ensure joy for local children in need during the holiday season. The program, impacting 38 families and 104 children, garnered exceptional support from diverse sectors of the HK community. This year, New Image Auto […]