“Your Health, Your Way” Life Skills Series for 16-23 year olds*

This summer, build your confidence in managing stress, relationships, school and/or work—and your life with our FREE non-cringe, health-centric series specifically for teens (16+) and young adults. *Teens 16-17 years of age must submit a consent form to participate.

Sessions in this series give you a chance to learn about topics that matter in everyday life — from sexual health to handling stress to making decisions about alcohol and other drugs. Everything is presented in a way that’s easy to understand and open to questions. You’ll pick up practical skills, build confidence in your choices, and get information that helps you take care of your well‑being as you move through new experiences.

Questions? Email Katie Wilkinson at wilkinsonk@fishersin.gov.

The Series—Starts June 3, 2026 SCHEDULE COMING SOON!

In person session descriptions

Stay Safe, Stay Smart: Decision-making around Alcohol and Other Drugs

In this session, participants will explore social norms, the effects of alcohol, and the risks of using more than one substance at once. Interactive elements include discussions, activities, and a Naloxone training demo to enhance practical knowledge about overdose identification and response. The session also covers safer drinking strategies, the intersection of substance use and consent, and legal considerations, encouraging informed, responsible decision-making.

• Duration: 60 minutes 

It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health for High School Students

This program that provides young people with mental health education and resources. The program raises awareness about mental health issues, how to start a conversation about mental health, the importance of self-care, and how to reach out for help—specifically for 14-18 year olds.

• Duration: 45 minutes 

The Sex Talk: Communication, Consent, and Safer Sex

This session focuses on key concepts of sexual health and communication. Participants will explore topics including consent, safer sex practices, pregnancy prevention, and proper condom use. The session emphasizes informed choices, risk reduction, and fostering positive relationships, as well as local resources.

• Duration: 60 minutes 

Taming Stress in Everyday Life

This session explores stress, its effects, and coping strategies. Participants will discuss stress basics, identify symptoms, and differentiate between emotion-focused and problem-focused coping strategies. Activities include organizing coping strategies, creating a self-care plan, and an optional time management exercise. We will also be talking about when to seek help and where to get support.

• Duration: 60 minutes 

On-Demand Activities and Resources

Doctor Visit Prep Checklist

Being prepared to meet with your doctor is a great way to make sure that you get the most out of your visit. Having information and questions to bring with you ahead of time will help you maximize your time, improve communication, and help you get the answers you need about your health. Use this checklist to help you get ready for your next visit!

Evaluating Health Info Online

It can be hard to know where to begin to verify information that is being shared online. It’s critical to investigate the “who”, “what”, “where”, and “when” of the source to determine if it’s accurate, reliable, and can help you inform decisions about your health. Check out our resource to help you determine if a source is credible or not!

Health Insurance Basics and How to Find a Doctor

Coinsurance…. HMO… deductible….PCP… what does it all mean? If you’re not sure, download this activity! Watch two short videos and create your own reference sheet to inform how to use health insurance and identifying a doctor that might be a good fit for you.

“How do you use your 1,440?” Time management experiment activity

With 1,440 minutes in a day, are you curious about how you are spending your time? Want to ensure your priorities get the time in your schedule that they deserve? Can’t figure out what time you have in your calendar that is actually FREE? Download our time management experiment activity to increase your awareness about where your time goes, prioritize your wellness, and identify time that you can spend on anything you want!