Serving the mental health needs of the Barrington community since 1972!
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We are now accepting applications for 2026-2027 BYFS Student Ambassadors! We had 26 wonderful Student Ambassadors for the 2025-2026 school year, and are already looking forward to working with next year's group.
BYFS Ambassadors promote mental wellness peer-to-peer, plan and attend events at BHS and in the community, and help connect students to our services. They also shape programming around mental health and our social media outreach, and provide feedback on mental wellness initiatives at BHS. Learn more and apply here before August 3rd!
Be sure to stop by the BYFS table at National Night Out in downtown Barrington on Thursday, Aug. 6th from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.! We'll have lots of giveaways and a gift basket raffle!
This night full of FREE fun features burgers, a wood workshop, bike helmet giveaways, games, prizes and more!
Join us for S.E.E.D.S. for a Successful School Year! These two special back-to-school sessions focused on practical tips and tools will help set up middle and high schoolers for success in the school year ahead. Learn how sleep, nutrition, self care, social interaction, screen time, and more can impact school performance, and discover ways to build healthy habits!
S.E.E.D.S. for a Successful School Year
Middle School August 11, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
High School: August 12, 10-11:30 a.m.
Sessions are free, and will be held at BYFS (118 Applebee St.). Register here. Questions? Please call 847-381-0345.
Stop by BYFS on Friday, August 28 between 8:30-10 a.m. for Coffee & Connections! Celebrate the new school year with informal conversation over coffee and treats. Whether you’re coming from Kindergarten drop-off or are a recent empty nester, join us and share your secrets for a successful school year!
BYFS Coffee & Connections
Friday, August 28
8:30-10 a.m.
BYFS, 118 Applebee St., Barrington, IL
No need to register - just pop in! Please note that Applebee is currently under construction. Our office parking lot is accessible via Harrison St., or feel free to park in the Jewel lot and walk over.
News
Betsy Wintringer, our Executive director, wrote about leading with kindness for Quintessential Barrington!
Check out our feature in Quintessential Barrington!
Thank you to our steadfast supporters and donors. Your generosity ensures that we can continue planting the seeds of care and fulfilling our commitment to our shared community!
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