Teresa Wrye

I would like to thank everyone at the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes for the privilege of staying at Herrington Homestead for the past eight years. I came into foster care at the age of eleven. I was scared and didn’t know what foster case was or why I was even in care. Upon entering the

The journey for foster children does not start the moment we enter foster care. For some it begins years before, for others only months. The journey consists of a culmination of hurdles, frustrations, and struggles, but also the love and support we receive from those we make connections with. All of this contributes to the

My name is Taylor and I have lived at the Boys Ranch for five years. I am the only one in my family to graduate from high school and that makes me proud. When I lived at home, I went through some hard times. Living at the Boys Ranch has helped me feel better about

I’m Tony, and I am a resident at the Boys Ranch in Hahira. I have been there since April 14, 2022. When I first got to the Boys Ranch, I was nervous about everything that was happening. I was taken away from my family and placed with strangers, and that was scary for me. Soon

As a symbol of recognition for making great strides in a challenging time, the staff of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes nominate a resident from each of their campuses. These young people have overcome their personal battles and even developed into being role models for others. The staff members note that being selected as “Youth of