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
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
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
This Is Home – Celebrating 150 Years – Part 1
For 150 years, Wellroot Family Services has been leading the effort to transform the lives of children and families in Georgia. Through our four programs, Wellroot cares for and encourages the growth
FamFest 2021: Celebrating 150 Years of Family
“Most days are a roller coaster ride in foster care; it was so nice to ride an ACTUAL rollercoaster! Plus, seeing the kids’ faces when they met Bugs Bunny, priceless!”
From Orphanage to Home: 1934-1951
The second quarter of the twentieth century was a tumultuous time for many in the country. Many charitable organizations struggled under the financial impacts of the Great Depression. However, as
Wellroot Family Services Welcomes Two New Executive Leaders to Support More Families in Georgia
Wellroot Family Services, one of Georgia’s largest and longest-operating child welfare organizations, welcomes Christina Lennon and Jenny Paveglio to help lead the organization’s new family preservation work. FOR IMMEDIATE
Wellroot: The Early Years
Throughout Wellroot’s 150th Anniversary Celebration, we’ll be exploring our history and roots as The United Methodist Children’s Home. Read our first article here. At Wellroot, we stand on the shoulders
A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming Foster Parents in Georgia
If you live in Georgia and want to become a foster parent, this guide can help. Here is a beginner’s guide to becoming foster parents in Georgia. Becoming foster parents