When Jennifer Hoffrage first started running, it wasn’t love at first stride. “Different groups of friends kept trying to convince me to start running with them,” she said with a laugh. “I thought it was the most miserable thing ever.”
Youth Villages West Tennessee Articles
Sydney Hunt’s mentoring journey with Youth Villages
When she moved to Memphis, Sydney Hunt was looking for more than a new address. She was searching for a way to truly connect with her new city. That opportunity came through the Youth Villages Chris Crye Mentoring Program.
My voice, my journey
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.
From wish lists to smiles: Nearly 1,800 youth across West Tennessee receive an unforgettable holiday
The Holiday Heroes campaign has helped children and families in West Tennessee for nearly 20 years by connecting corporate and community volunteers to fulfill the holiday wish lists of local youth.
How a Memphis artist uses bobcats and ladybugs to help foster youth feel more at home
In 2009, a child at the Rose Center for Girls repeatedly refused to return to her “courtyard,” her living space that her bedroom was in. Most of the youth at the residential treatment facility struggled with serious behavioral and mental health issues
How to nurture your child’s mental health while snowed in
Last week, children across Tennessee were out of school due to snow and ice blanketing the state. At first, the excitement of children playing in the snow is fun. However, for some children and families, time couped up in the home during snowstorms can be challenging.
Mentoring offers support, ‘someone to talk to’
January is National Mentoring Month, and research has shown there are many benefits for mentees in a mentoring relationship.
Holiday Heroes provides gifts, gives hope for West Tennessee children, families
Being a Holiday Hero means more than just giving gifts; it is giving the gift of hope to the young people and families we serve every day.
Sneaks and gowns: West Tennessee group homes host annual prom
Primed and prepped, the West Tennessee Youth Villages group homes step into the prom season with style. The Sneaker Ball gave youth the opportunity to show up in their best ‘kicks’ and glamorous outfits.
Soup’s On! Youth Villages fundraiser benefits mentoring program
For many kids who have lived in challenging circumstances, having a supportive mentor can be a life-changing experience. The connection was on display Sunday, Feb. 19 as Youth Villages hosted its 34th annual Soup Sunday event.