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I aged out of foster care with life skills. Not all kids do. | Opinion

May 8, 2026 | Media Coverage

Youth Villages was featured in the Courier Journal through an op-ed by Ali Massengill, Kentucky’s state manager. The piece highlights National Foster Care Month, the LifeSet program, Ali’s lived experience and how young adults can thrive when given the right support.

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