TYFS functions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.
The Teton Youth and Family Continuum of Care
All children have incredible potential within themselves—our goal is to provide the tools to harness it. At Teton Youth and Family Services, we always start with the least restrictive care and outpatient services, keeping families together from the beginning and following up with more involved interventions only as needed. We know that true healing comes from a united, loving family.
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The History of Teton Youth and Family Services
TYFS, an independent private nonprofit organization located in Jackson Hole, has served children and their families in Teton County and beyond since 1977 when the Van Vleck House first opened its doors as a drop-in center for teens. Today, TYFS is the umbrella organization for three crucial child welfare entities in our community and state. The Van Vleck House, which includes a Group Home, Crisis Center, and Court Diversion Services, and the Hirschfield Center, which provides programs for families and children, as well as forensic interviews for children who have experienced neglect and abuse, are both located in the town of Jackson, Wyoming. The third Red Top Meadows facility offers residential treatment and wilderness therapy programs for teen boys in Wilson, Wyoming.
You can change the lives of children in Teton County
Supporting our organization doesn’t have to mean giving money. You can become an advocate by hosting an evening event with friends and/or help spread the word about the need for youth crisis services. We also offer tours of one or all of our three sites so you can understand first-hand who we serve and what programs we offer. To arrange a time please email scavallaro@tyfs.org.
If you feel called to support us financially, here are some great ways we could use your help!
Donate
We need you in order to help children and families find their way to fulfilling and constructive lives.
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Our Wish List
We’re always in need of supplies for our kids to be the most successful. We have a variety of items and price points from a few local and national stores.
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Partner with Us!
As a business partner, we can showcase your company through high impact giving and event sponsorship.