When Mary laces up her skates and steps onto the ice, the world gets quiet. It’s one of the coping skills she’s discovered on her journey with the help of LifeSet. A journey that has taken her from years of instability to a place of strength, purpose and hope.
Growing up, Jaiden’s life was marked by chaos and uncertainty. At 17, an abuse and neglect report was filed on her mother after years in a volatile and abusive household.
Most people have heard the phrase, “never judge a book by its cover.” That sentiment rings especially true for the young people served by Youth Villages.
Fail forward. Start with your why. Discover your strengths – and learn how to turn them into something sustainable and profitable. These were just a few of the powerful messages shared during Youth Villages Georgia’s DayOne College and Entrepreneur event for local LifeSet participants
On Aug. 21, nearly 40 LifeSet participants gathered for a special experience hosted by Mass Audubon’s Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
When Isaac was just 11 years old, he found himself navigating adult responsibilities most kids wouldn’t dream of. Living in a shelter with his mother, Isaac took it upon himself to complete their SNAP enrollment paperwork while his mom searched for work.
No child dreams of being in foster care. A loving, stable family is the standard we all hope for. But not every child is born into ideal circumstances.
The Youth Villages Job Prep program equips LifeSet young adults with essential tools for employment and independence. Volunteer job coaches are at the heart of this effort, offering their time, experience and encouragement week after week.
There was a time when Sidney couldn’t imagine what her future would look like. Now, at 19, she’s building one on her own terms, with strength she never knew she had.
Youth involved in the child welfare system disproportionately face mental health challenges compared to those living with their parents. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 80% of youth in foster care experience a mental health challenge.