Mission: To empower young mothers in Teller County to take charge of their individual situations by (1) providing or referring them to services that meet their immediate needs, (2) developing goals and objectives to improve the mother’s future prospects and (3) establishing a mothers support group to network mothers, provide emotional support and introduce new parenting skills and life knowledge.

Program Description: Approximately 20 children are born to teen mothers in Teller County each year.  Many of these young women can experience periods of depression, feelings of isolation, and need for basic information regarding parenting, nutrition and related life skills.  Since Y-ME was initiated last April, 15 young mothers have received services. Approximately 10 young mothers and their babies attend the monthly networking luncheon, which features an educational program, crafts and support group networking. The program also provides emergency services as well as clothing, baby furniture and accessories to these young mothers.

Funding:  The program is funded by Cripple Creek EPYCs and the Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation.

Information:  The Cripple Creek Y-ME group meets the first Thursday of each month at the Parks and Rec Center, from 10:30 - 12:30 p.m. For more information, call CPFRC at 686-0705.