Three years ago, I was uprooted from my not-so-comfy home and placed into foster care. I was confused, upset, and scared. I had no idea what was waiting for me. I was told by my case manager that I would be placed at Georgia Sheriffs’ Boys Ranch. I was so scared it would be like […]
I came to live at the Georgia Sheriffs’ Boys Ranch in May of 2019. I moved to Hahira from Sylvester, where I had been living with my parents and my younger brother. When I first arrived at the Boys Ranch, I had to take some time to adjust to having more structure and rules in
Marcus is a sophomore at Georgia Southwestern University majoring in Criminal Justice.
Erica is a sophomore at South Georgia State College majoring in Psychology.
Trevor Clayton has been a resident of Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes since he was 14 years old. In December of 2023 Trevor graduated college and his story was shared on WALB.
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Shaun Eilders, the Director of Childcare for Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, was interviewed by Joy Lim Nakrin of Atlanta News First in December, 2023.
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Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes gives children who are victims of physical and emotional neglect, physical and sexual abuse and disrupted families the chance to live a life full of love, support and opportunity in a full-time residential setting. Each child lives in a home with Houseparents where they eat, play, and learn as a family. Education, recreation and life skills training are essential components of our program.
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Trevor Clayton has been a resident of Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes since he was 14 years old. In December of 2023 Trevor graduated college and his story was shared on WALB. Hear Trevor in his own words speak of his time at the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes.
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I would like to thank all the staff and administrators at Cherokee Estate for all their support. I am 15 years old and I have lived at Cherokee Estate for two years. Before coming into their care, my life was very difficult and I had a hard time fitting in. Since I’ve been at Cherokee,
