A Day to Remember: Yellowstone Academy Graduation, Class of 2025
Yellowstone Academy graduation marked a milestone for the class of 2025—celebrating years of growth, care, and perseverance ...
15 Quotes on Emotional Healing
Explore 15 powerful quotes on emotional healing and the path to breaking cycles of trauma with awareness and self-compassion ...
MMIP Awareness Month: Honoring Lives and Raising Voices at the Ranch
Youth at YBGR led a powerful vigil for MMIP Awareness Month, raising voices for justice, safety, and visibility in Native ...
YBGR Celebrates MSW Carroll College Graduates
YBGR celebrates staff earning MSW degrees from Carroll College as they grow their careers in youth mental health across Montana ...
5 Tips to Help You Regulate and Respond to Others
Learn how to regulate in the moment and respond with intention. These 5 tips help you stay grounded when emotions ...
How to Recognize Trauma Triggers in Kids and Respond
Understand what a trauma trigger is, how it shows up in kids, and how to respond in ways that build ...
Tribal Leaders Visit for Closer Look at Native American Services
Tribal leaders visit YBGR to explore how Native American Services strengthens culturally connection for youth across Montana ...
17 Quotes on Helping Kids Navigate Anxiety
Anxiety in childhood is common. Here are seventeen quotes illustrating what it looks like and how to support kids ...
YBGR Butte Gathers to Honor the Past and Celebrate the Future
Our YBGR Butte team celebrated the rebranding of their office—honoring decades of service and a stronger future for youth ahead ...
4 Tips to Help Kids with Anxiety
Does your child struggle with anxiety? Here are a few tips to help you coach them through those anxious feelings! ...
Strengthening Families Month— Stronger Families, Stronger Futures
April is Strengthening Families Month. Learn how we support more than 3,600 youth and families across Montana through care and ...
Butte Community-Based Services Brings Easter Joy to Youth and Families
Our Butte community-based services team hosted Easter celebrations with egg hunts, crafts, and connection for youth and families ...
7 Ways to Practice Mindful Parenting—and Strengthen Every Relationship
Mindful parenting builds stronger bonds with your child—and mindfulness strengthens connections across every part of your life ...
A 12 Quote Guide to Raising Teens
Raising teens is hard! Here are twelve quotes to guide you in parenting youth through their teenage years ...
YBGR Sponsors Pheasants Forever with Student-Raised Birds
Yellowstone Academy students raised and donated 50 pheasants to support Pheasants Forever, blending youth development with conservation ...
3 Positive Parenting Keys for Hard Days
Feeling overwhelmed? These 3 positive parenting keys help you stay connected, calm, and confident—especially on the hard days ...
Safe Sacred Spaces Conference — Thursday, May 8th
Join us in Billings for Safe Sacred Spaces—faith-based training to recognize and respond to common mental health challenges ...
Youth Wrap Up Volleyball Season with Match Against Staff
Youth at YBGR wrapped up volleyball season with a fun, hard-fought match against staff—celebrating growth, teamwork, and heart ...
6 Tips to Combat Caregiver Burnout
Struggling with caregiver burnout? Here are 6 practical tips to reduce stress, find balance, and protect your emotional well-being ...
YBGR Shelby Pedals for a Purpose at CycleMT Fundraiser
YBGR Shelby joined Logan Health’s CycleMT to raise funds for Montana kids needing medical care. A ride with heart—and impact ...
Grit—18 Quotes Exploring Passion and Perseverance
Grit—a unique blend of passion and perseverance—is the recipe for success. Here are eighteen quotes illustrating the path to being ...
Drop the Labels! Kids Shine When We Focus on Strengths
When mental health providers focus on strengths rather than labels and deficits, excellent outcomes happen for kids! ...
17 Quotes on Childhood Trauma & Healing
Childhood trauma touches many of our lives. Here are seventeen quotes that illustrate its impact and the journey to healing ...
YBGR Brings Mental Health Care to Schools Across Montana
Bringing mental health care into schools, YBGR partners with 24 Montana districts to help kids build resilience and thrive ...
21 Quotes on Raising Kids with Grit
Want to raise kids with grit—the passion and perseverance to push through challenges to achieve long–term goals? Here's how! ...
6 Months Strong: Reshaping Youth Mental Health Through Integrated Care
Six months into partnering with YDI, YBGR is expanding access and helping Montana kids get timely support through integrated care ...
Amazon Brings Smiles (and Snacks) to the Ranch
Amazon's snack donation brought joy, smiles, and a powerful message to kids at the Ranch in Billings—they matter ...
7 Ways to Raise Resilient Kids
Explore the 7 Cs of resilience and learn how you can help kids bounce back, grow stronger, and thrive through ...
Can Childhood Trauma Make You Sick?
Can childhood trauma affect your health? Learn how early experiences shape long-term well-being—and what can help protect kids ...
New Signs, Mission Shines! New YBGR Signage Arriving Statewide
New YBGR signage is rolling out statewide—bringing a unified look to the spaces where our mission comes to life ...
No Shortcuts to Excellence—Great Work, Great Outcomes Take Grit
Got grit? It's the secret sauce to excellence! Learn more about what it is and how to develop it in ...
YBGR Students at Yellowstone Academy Take the ACT
YBGR students at Yellowstone Academy take the ACT, marking a key step toward college and future opportunities ...
13 Quotes on Navigating Stress
Is the tension of today's world impacting you? Here are 13 quotes on the journey through stress and how to ...
4 Tips to Help Kids Impacted by Trauma Feel Safe & Heal
Parenting kids with a trauma history isn't always straightforward. Here are four tips to help them feel safe and heal ...
8 Signs of Depression in Kids that Parents Miss
Depression in kids is easy to miss. Here are eight subtle signs of the condition that parents often overlook ...
Renovations Underway at River’s Edge Group Home
Renovations underway at River’s Edge Therapeutic Group Home in Billings expand and strengthen care for Montana youth ...
4 Tips to Parent Foster Children with Trauma History
Parenting kids with trauma history is hard. Here are tips to empower foster parents on their journey to guide future ...
A Timeline of Impact: Exploring YBGR History
History brought to life! Our timeline showcases decades of impact, growth, and a mission that has stood strong for 67 ...
43 Years of Caring: Laurie Moore’s Legacy at YBGR
Laurie Moore celebrates 43 years at YBGR! Her commitment has shaped lives and strengthened our mission for over four decades ...
Honoring Remarkable Women – meet YBGR’s Jasmine Hansen
Hello Montana honors Jasmine Hansen, PR Coordinator, as a Remarkable Woman of Montana for her dedication to youth and work ...
8 Tips to Master Active Listening
Trauma-informed conversations start with active listening! Here are eight tips to help you master the art of supportive communication ...
Strength in Tradition: Youth in Wellbriety Create Medicine Wheel
Youth in Wellbriety at the Ranch created a Medicine Wheel, connecting culture, healing, and recovery through Native American tradition ...
YBGR’s Supported Employment Program Helps Youth Thrive
YBGR's Supported Employment Program equips youth in Yellowstone County with skills, jobs, and confidence for lifelong success ...
Therapy Dogs Help Kids Heal at the Ranch
Meet the therapy dogs helping kids heal, build trust, and find emotional stability at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch ...
Investing in People — YBGR Staff Take Part in CISM Training
YBGR staff complete CISM training, gaining tools to support teammates coping with stress and secondary trauma ...
Kids in Butte Community-Based Services Celebrate Valentine’s Day
The kids in our Butte community-based services celebrated Valentine’s Day with creative expression and connection! ...
McVay Lodge Reopens With a Refresh Thanks to HB 872 Grant
McVay Lodge reopens with upgrades, expanding care for Montana kids. Thanks to HB 872, more youth can receive treatment close ...
6 Signs of Anxiety in Kids
Anxiety in kids is both common and easy to miss. Here are six signs of the condition for parents to ...
Yellowstone Academy Student Artwork Brings Learning to Life
Yellowstone Academy fosters creativity and growth for students in residential care—see how student artwork brings learning to life ...
It’s Painful. 13 Quotes on Hurt & Healing
Explore 13 powerful quotes on the journey from hurt to healing—reminders that pain may shape us, but it doesn't have ...