Health & Wellness

We're so excited you're here. Whether you're a youth, young adult, or someone who just wants to stay informed, Talk YAC To Me is your go-to spot for everything YAC.

Living on your own for the first time can feel exciting, overwhelming, and honestly...a little confusing. No one hands you a guidebook, and most of us learn the hard way. These small habits can make everyday life way easier, cleaner, and less stressful.

Life can throw unexpected challenges at you--especially if you are navigating homelessness or unstable living situations. That's why knowing basic first aid skills is super important. Being prepared can help keep you and everyone you know safe, but also give you the confidence to step in if someone needs help.

If you've ever felt lost, unsure, or like you're somehow "behind," you're not alone. Many of us reach a point where we pause and think, "What am I even doing?" Maybe everyone around you seems to have their next step figured out--college plans, career goals, relationships--while you're still trying to sort through what you actually want.

Grocery shopping can feel like a maze--bright packaging, bold health claims, and nutrition labels that look like secret code. But once you know how to read them, food labels become a tool for making choices, stretch your money, and take care of your health. Here's a simple break down!

Time management isn't just about squeezing task into a calendar--it's about building a system that actually works for you. As a full-time student, part-time worker, volunteer, and family member (with a personal life I still want to keep alive), I've found ways to balance it all without burning out. Here's what my process looks like.

Late-night study sessions. Double shifts at work. Scrolling until 2 a.m. Sound familiar? For many young people, sleep is often the first thing scarificed when life gets busy. But sleep isn't just "downtime"-it's one of the most important tools we have for maintaining out health, focus, and resilience. At YAC, we believe taking care of yourself, including your sleep, is crucial step toward building a strong foundation for your future.

We all have moments when life feels heavy, when no matter what we try, nothing seems to make it better. For young people--especially those facing challeges like housing instability, stress from school or work, or uncertainity about the future--these feelings can hit hard, sometimes even harder than a punch to the gut. If you've ever felt stuck in this way, know this: you are not alone.