Lt. Governor Duncan Appoints Wellroot’s new CEO to the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund
Georgia Lt. Governor Duncan appoints new Wellroot CEO, Allison Ashe, to the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund (“the Fund”). The Fund seeks to protect child victims of sex
5 Ways You Can Partner with a Birth Parent Whose Children are in Foster Care
In 2018, over 15,000 Georgia children were placed in foster care, marking a 60% increase from 2014. Regardless of the factors in play, causing this spike in numbers, it’s important to remember
Wellroot Family Services Announces 2021 Scholarship Opportunities
Wellroot announces scholarship opportunities for the new year with funds totaling over $200,000. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 1, 2020 TUCKER, GA – After awarding 47 scholarships to students
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
How To Make The Children Placed With You Feel At Home
About 800,000 children come into the foster care system at some point each year. Making sure these kids feel safe, appreciated, and welcome is key to helping them in their journey. If
How to Be the Best First-Time Foster Parent – Part Two
Although it’s an immensely rewarding experience, fostering doesn’t come without its challenges. The many families and individuals who have walked the path before you won’t say that it’s easy —
How to Be the Best First-Time Foster Parent – Part One
Although it’s an immensely rewarding experience, fostering doesn’t come without its challenges. The many families and individuals who have walked the path before you won’t say that it’s easy —
From “Foster Family” to “Forever Family” – The Behms’ Story
Like many families who choose to foster, Clint and Brittany Behm always had a love for caring for children. The couple has been active in their church’s student ministry for
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,