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A Mental Wellness Organization

Youth Development Programs for Summit County

We exist to advocate for and mentor the young people of Summit County through mental wellness initiatives and life-skills programming.

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Live Like Sam honors the short life and legacy of Sam Jackenthal by inspiring youth from all backgrounds to develop self-awareness, courage, leadership, kindness, and joy through life-skills training and character development. We are committed to strengthening the development of local youth with our programs and scholarships to foster a dedication to service to others ... like Sam lived.

Watch and Learn About Sam and His Legacy

Park City Youth's Mental, Emotional & Social Health Statistics

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68% of Park City High School students experienced moderate to high depressive symptoms.

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In Utah, more than 400,000 youth have mental health needs.

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44% of Park City High School students had moderate to high mental health treatment needs.

Thrive: A Wellness & Lifestyle Program for Youth

Hear what students are saying.

LLS + WeBeWell = THRIVE
About Thrive

Uplifting Summit County youth and teens by teaching evidence-based skills for well-being.

Youth Well-being & Life Skills Programs

For Grades K-12

While the mental health crisis is prevalent in Summit County, our programs equip young people with the tools and life skills needed to live a more fulfilled life. From engaging activities and lessons to supportive peer groups, Live Like Sam offers a holistic approach to our youth’s mental wellness.

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Positive Mental Wellness

Empowering Youth Through Positive Programming

Live Like Sam is a nonprofit mental health organization in Park City, Utah that teaches local youth about the power of mindfulness techniques and community to build a life they desire. We strive to build up our youth’s self-awareness, courage, leadership, kindness, and joy while fostering a dedication to service to others. Encouraging everyone to live like Sam lived.

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Influencing the lives and character of youth in our community to strengthen their passions.

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You Can be the Change

Raising teens is not something we are supposed to do in isolation. "It takes a village" has never been more true. We need your help.

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Live Like Sam Community News & Outreach

Fostering Youth Engagement for a Greener Future

With the climate crisis at the forefront of this generation’s most pressing social issues, the youth are…
Parenting Teens January 31, 2023

Annual THRIVE Community Summit – Wednesday, November 16

Promoting Preventative Youth Mental Health & Well-being Solutions Join Summit County Behavioral Health, Live Like Sam, Webewell,…
Program News November 10, 2022
Young Teen Girl, Live Like Sam

Outside the Comfort Zone: Fostering Courage in Children

Courage has its place in all of our lives, so fostering it in kids can help them…
Parenting Teens May 9, 2022
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Utah Olympic Legacy

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Epic Promise

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Park City Education Foundation

Park City Education Foundation

Christian Center of Park City

Christian Center of Park City

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Intermountain Park City

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Big Brothers Big Sisters

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Winter Sports School

Winter Sports School

Park City Recreation

Park City Recreation

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People's Health Clinic

People's Health Clinic

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Basin Recreation

Picabo Street Academy

Picabo Street Academy

Utah State University

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Vessel Kitchen

Vessel Kitchen

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Park City Community Foundation

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Park City Chamber

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