May is National Foster Care Month, and Youth Villages is recognizing the people making a difference for children across West Tennessee.
Media Coverage Articles
Youth villages: Forging resilience and networks of support for youth and families in need
This National Philanthropic Trust feature highlights how Youth Villages supports children and young people facing complex challenges through evidence-based programs.
From Scrubs to Foster Care
Conzy Mitchell, nurse manager, was recently featured in Memphis Parent, where her work as a nurse at Youth Villages was highlighted alongside her personal commitment as a foster care parent.
I aged out of foster care with life skills. Not all kids do. | Opinion
Youth Villages was featured in the Courier Journal through an op-ed by Ali Massengill, Kentucky’s state manager.
Crowded Table brings together churches to assist foster families
A NewsChannel 5 story featuring Crowded Table’s partnership with foster parent Joseph Morton, who has opened up his home to teen boys for the last 12 years. The coverage shows how Crowded Table supports Morton and other foster families by mobilizing churches to...
Youth Villages Scholar Spotlighted on KGW’s Hello, Rose City
Youth Villages in Oregon was recently featured on KGW’s Hello, Rose City, spotlighting DJ, a Youth Villages Scholar, and the skills he gained through the financial literacy program.
CCAI Foster Youth Internship
Congratulations to Layla, a LifeSet young adult, on being selected for the CCAI Foster Youth Internship in Washington, D.C. this summer.
Local expert explains how music can relieve stress for students
With spring break ending and summer break ahead, this time of year can lead to student burnout. But there’s an easy solution… music!
AI chat tools test new ground in therapy as clinicians assess risks & benefits
Youth Villages expert weighs in on the pros and cons of AI chat tools in therapy. Read the full New England Psycholoist story
Family speaks about program to help children with mental, emotional or behavioral health
Parents can now learn new ways to collaborate with their children when it comes to their mental and behavioral health.