
Youth In Transition (Aging Out)
All children — and especially older children in foster care — need and deserve a loving family with no expiration date. Yet, in the United States, about 20,000 youth exit foster
Celebrating Deshawn’s New Job
Last month, residents of Wellroot Family Services’ Transitional Living Program moved into the new apartments in Decatur, Georgia, just a few steps away from downtown Oakhurst. According to Wellroot CEO
Building a New Home for Wellroot’s Residential Programs
When teenagers in foster care turn 18, they have the option to stay in state care and receive supportive services that will help them make the challenging transition toward independence.
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A Day of Celebration, FamFest 2022
“I’ve always felt supported by Wellroot’s staff, but today was so much more meaningful. You get the sense that we are all doing something good together. I no longer feel
This #GivingTuesday, #GiveHome to moms like Kiara
Wellroot’s Family Housing program is a lifeline for many families at imminent risk of homelessness. Families accepted into our program are serious about leveraging the support we offer and gaining
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The Changing Needs of Children – 1951-1973
Wellroot continues to celebrate 150 years of serving children and families in Georgia by exploring our history. In 1951, the Methodist Children’s Home was housing the largest number of children
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The Healing Power of Family
Wellroot has launched a new strategic plan this year that includes three new programs that will help more families stay together. Our mission statement at Wellroot reads, “We restore children
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Jeremy’s Story: A Life of Faithful Service
The Covid-19 Pandemic has brought with it many new hardships for us all. It can be hard to know how to cope amid such difficulties and know where to turn