From Homeless to Hopeful – Maria’s Story
As an 18 year-old living in the metro Atlanta area, Maria was, just like most teenagers, splitting her time attending high school and holding a part-time job. Unlike most teenagers,
6 Important Facts About Foster Care Everyone Should See
Home isn’t just a roof and four walls. It’s more than that—home is a place of love, acceptance, and family. If you grew up in a nurturing environment with caring
The Strength of Siblings – Maintaining Sibling Bonds in Foster Care Placements
The early years of a child’s life create the foundation for the person that he or she will become. Just like physical surroundings, the people who are present during childhood
How to Support a Child with Behavioral Problems
How to Support a Child with Behavioral Problems In this guide, we discuss how to help a child with behavioral problems. Here’s how to support and guide them in the
Wellroot Celebrates Troup County Partnerships
Troup County and Wellroot Family Services have been honored by Georgia’s State of Hope initiative for its work within the County. Wellroot and Troup County are working with a community
Lt. Governor Duncan Appoints Wellroot CEO to the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund
Georgia Lt. Governor Duncan appoints Wellroot CEO, Rev. Hal Jones, to the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund (“the Fund”). The Fund seeks to protect child victims of sex
Wellroot Family Services Receives Jackson EMC Foundation Grant
Wellroot awarded $10,000 grant from The Jackson EMC Foundation to help fund the recruitment, training and retention of more foster parents in the 10-county region served by Jackson EMC.
What It’s Like Fostering a Teen in Georgia
You couldn’t ask for a better spouse and a better house. Married life in your new home is good. Then, you decide to have a child, and you feel even
The Courage to Say “Yes” – The Millers’ Story, Part One
Throughout our lives, how many times have we told God “no,” “I’m not ready,” or “not now?” Then, how many more times has He turned our adamant “no”