Rooted and Established in Love

Like all organizations that have navigated over a century of change, your United Methodist Children’s Home has long embraced, and effectively responded to changes in the child welfare field through many creative innovations to our ministry. These innovations have not been driven or shaped by whim—they have been driven and shaped by a steadfast focus on our mission to serve children, young adults and families in need.

As we look toward our future, we are proud to introduce a new name that reflects both our tremendous growth and our unlimited potential, while preserving our deep foundations in The United Methodist Church. This new name, Wellroot Family Services, was borne out of the same steadfast focus on our mission, and was the result of an intense process of research and planning. To be well-rooted is to be firmly planted, to feel stable, and to feel taken care of and secure. To be well-rooted is to have the support and love you need to become the person God intends for you to become.

Now, as Wellroot Family Services, The United Methodist Children’s Home continues to grow with a name that embodies our commitment to the children, young adults and families we serve together as an agency of the North Georgia Conference—a commitment that has not wavered since the day we opened our doors.

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Recent Stories

Well-rooted and Firmly Planted

As we look toward our future, we are proud to take on a new name that reflects both our tremendous growth and our unlimited potential, while preserving our deep foundations in The United Methodist Church. We’re excited to share the following message from The Rev. Hal Jones, as he explains the foundation of this new […]

The Higher the Risk, the Greater the Reward — The Hardy Family’s Story

“Everything that was hard had a benefit on the other side. Everything that was difficult, painful, challenging or emotionally draining was worth the positive result.” – Michelle Hardy If you were to ask UMCH Case Manager Regina Moore what it looks like when a foster family goes “all-in,” she would point you in the direction […]

Never Give Up, Always Keep Going — Patrick’s Story

Growing up, we learn the “real world” is our ultimate destination. The things we learn in school, along with the decisions we make, are all propelling us toward a successful or difficult adulthood in the “real world.” Many adults will agree that the “real world” sneaks up more quickly than ever, although jobs, bills and […]

Thank You from The Children’s Home

Dear UMCH Auxiliary Members and Friends, At this time of Thanksgiving we pause to count our blessings. As I stop and think about my time here at The Children’s Home, it’s hard to imagine that it’s only been a little over two years since I walked through those doors at 500 South Columbia Drive in […]

Our Programs

As an agency of The United Methodist Church in North Georgia, Wellroot Family Services’ programs, Foster Care, Transitional and Independent Living and Family Housing, are designed to change this reality through faith-centered service. With a focus on supporting youth from infancy through early adulthood, we help people reach their God-given potential through the encouragement and love of a healthy home.

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