MISSION

To guide youth in navigating and overcoming obstacles and challenges with wisdom, understanding and the affirmation that they are heard.

Dedicated advocate and guide for at-risk youth, “Mr. Rick” Crowley conducts life-changing programs in person and online. His unique ability to positively engage with youth from 4 to 18 helps reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences, build positive social skills, and shift negative youth behaviors so that young people know their value and step forward into the rest of their lives. Mr. Rick has provided services to schools, adult health programs, and youth-focused health and behavior modification programs. He is a Chukchansi, Choinumni, Yokuts American Indian from California.

Mr. Rick has an A.A. Degree in Early Childhood Education. He is certified in Nicotine Cessation, Diabetes Talking Circle, PlusOne Mentor, Nurturing Fathers, Supporting Father Involvement Group, Fathers, Sons, Daughters and Families of Tradition, 40 Developmental Assets, Girls Circle and The Council for Boys and Young Men. Former CAEYC Board member, Former Healthy Living with Chronic Disease/Diabetes Facilitator. He is a Toastmasters Competent Communicator, a founding member of the North State Fatherhood Task Force and a member of the Shasta County Tobacco Education Coalition.