Dec 17, 2025

CKF inviting teens to connect, recharge and grow this winter break with "The Nest" at Pathfinder

Posted Dec 17, 2025 11:02 AM
The Nest at Pathfinder
The Nest at Pathfinder

Salina Post

CKF Addiction Treatment (509 E. Elm Street) are inviting teens to connect, recharge and grow this upcoming winter break.

The Nest at Pathfinder "a safe space to land and launch" is a free adolescent community center in Salina to assist youth ages 12-18 in their lives.

Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm during school breaks and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm after school offering a welcoming environment filled with creativity, care and community.

The Nest at Pathfinder Provide a safe, supportive space for teens to hang out, study and build friendships

What's to expect:

- Free access to Wifi, video games, art supplies, tutoring, and more.

- Host interactive workshops on life skills, confidence, team building, substance use prevention, mental wellness and much more.

- Help youth navigate gaps and barriers by connecting them to resources and support.

- Invite volunteers and partners to co-create STEM, art, motivation and skill-building experiences.

"Our goal is to empower teens with tools for growth, healing, and self-expression, because every young person deserves a safe place to land and the freedom to rise," said CKF staff.

For more information call: 785-825-6224 or visit: www.ckfaddictiontreatment.org

CKF are seeking for volunteers, mentors and creative collaborators for the Nest to host workshops and events to build the youth’s confidence, community, creativity, resilience and knowledge.

Additionally, CKF offers a space during the day for youth online school or in out-of-school suspension to hangout at the Nest.

During the day, CKF has a dedicated work space to offer a safe supportive environment for the youth to work.