We all have been there...your child falls and hits their head at home, now what? Head injuries can be scary for both kids and caregivers, yet they also seem somewhat...
How playing sports benefits your body…and your brain
Playing sports has many positive effects. That's common knowledge. Below, TED-Ed takes a look at the different health benefits of playing sports, including mental health. The victory of the underdog....
Discovering Passions Through Career Exploration
Meet Evan! Evan is a second time Career Pathways participant who came to Gold Crown Foundation (GCF) in 2021 when he was a junior at an alternative credit recovery school...
Planning Outdoor Adventures with Kids
One of the best parts of living in Colorado is taking advantage of all the state has to offer in the great outdoors. After all, the Rocky Mountains are in...
Career Pathways: Alternative Energy Inventors
Once again, our BBTTC Career Pathways teens never cease to amaze us. This year, in partnership Project Invent and the Department of Energy, they were tasked with inventing an energy efficient...
Mental Health First Aid
As mental health issues are being discussed more and unfortunately becoming a "buzzword," many of you are asking "what more can I do?" Mental Health First Aid is a great...
Social Media and Mental Health Self-Diagnosis
In today's world, the phrase "social media" and "mental health" go hand-in-hand. While social media can be a positive force in finding community and opening communication doors, sometimes the wrong...
A Parent’s Guide to Teen Health
You have enough on your plate as a parent when it comes to looking after your kids. Keeping an eye out for their mental state of being is another element...
Exercise As A Family
When you lead by example, you are encouraging others to follow in your footsteps and inspiring them that they CAN do it. The same is true in parenting. Showing your...
Traveling With Sports Teams
When it comes to your child playing club sports, travel season is inevitable. There is no doubt that trips can be fun, creating memories that can last a lifetime, but...