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May Is National Foster Care Month

May Is National Foster Care Month

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month—a time to recognize the resilience of children and youth in the foster care system and the individuals who support them. At Youth Villages, we understand the unique challenges these young people face.

A place to call home: Jeremy and Patricia’s journey to reunification

A place to call home: Jeremy and Patricia’s journey to reunification

Life challenges might cause a bump in the road for most families. But for others, trials can result in major upheavals in their lives. Jeremy and his grandmother, Patricia, faced the latter when they were involved in a life-changing situation — one that led to their living apart from one another.

Meet Isaiah, LifeSet participant in Nashville

Meet Isaiah, LifeSet participant in Nashville

After his mom died when he was 14 years old, Isaiah and his brother entered the care of their grandmother. Sadly, their grandmother died soon after, leading them to be placed in the foster care system.

Impact Hour 2025 at The Parthenon

Impact Hour 2025 at The Parthenon

Five young adults who aged out of foster care at 18 years old vulnerably shared their experience transitioning to adulthood after spending most of their childhood in state custody.

More than a roof: How support transformed Jailyn’s life

More than a roof: How support transformed Jailyn’s life

Thousands of children experience out-of-home placements in North Carolina, and sometimes, finding a forever home isn’t an option before they age out of the system. Programs like LifeSet help young adults who experience foster care establish independence.

Helping teens navigate friendship breakups

Helping teens navigate friendship breakups

The teen years are filled with growth, change, and emotional ups and downs. One of the most challenging aspects of adolescence is navigating friendships. As a caregiver, you may notice that your teen’s “best friend” suddenly disappears from conversation.

Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Kalina’s Story

Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Kalina’s Story

In the United States, 2.5 million children are currently in kinship care, according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation. This represents 3% of all children. In kinship care, relatives such as grandparents, siblings or extended family, raise children.

Tennessee program helps young adults aging out of foster care find success

Tennessee program helps young adults aging out of foster care find success

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Every year, nearly 20,000 young people age out of the foster care system across the country—more than 800 of them right here in Tennessee. Without a strong support system, many face overwhelming challenges, including homelessness, substance abuse, and incarceration.

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