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.

But one local organization is working to change that.

Youth Villages’ LifeSet program is dedicated to helping young adults transition from foster care to independent living by providing mentorship, life skills, and emotional support.

Read the full Fox 17 News story here.

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