Listening and Learning
Friday, June 5, Monroe Harding's Reengagement HUB hosted a virtual safe space to talk about recent events. We heard from a diverse group of young adults who seek change and to figure out how they can contribute to the fight against racial injustices. Many expressed...
Creating Memories Together
Summer is here and for foster families and youth it’s an opportunity for travel and new experiences. One foster mom shares how part of what she loves about fostering is the ability to give their foster kids new experiences.
Reuniting Families
Reunification is such a beautiful and often bittersweet experience for our foster families. Here’s the story of how one foster family used open communication to help unite a family.
Monroe Harding’s Supportive Housing Program is GROWING!
The need for safe and affordable housing for young adults in Nashville aging out of foster care or pursuing their postsecondary education continues to grow. Learn more about our Supportive Housing Program’s growth.
CEO’s Corner – June 2020 Newsletter
Dear Monroe Harding Family and Supporters, All of us at Monroe Harding wish you continued health, safety, and peace as our community continues to navigate uncharted waters. Our number one priority remains the health and well-being of our young people, families, staff,...
Information for Supportive Housing Expansion
Encouragement From A Foster Teen
****Written by Tristan, Out of respect for Tristan's privacy, we are not sharing actual photos of him. Originally posted on The Archibald Project My name is Tristan and I am 19 years old. When I was 14 I was placed into state custody for getting involved in...
Is Your Family Ready For Foster Care?
When a family decides to open their home to a placement there are many questions that arise. Here are some questions to get you thinking about the rewarding process of opening your home. Have all the family members answer the questions separately, and then discuss...
Foster Families’ Favorites
FOSTERING MIRACLES: School Tomorrow!! School tomorrow!!
Hello everyone, I want to give you all a quick update on where we are with things and then I will go into the promised topic. Unfortunately, life happens quicker than I can write about it and I am so late on filling you all in but I will get there I promise. So here...
First Day of School
When I was seven years old my whole life changed. I moved from Tanzania to start a new life. I went straight to school and it was crazy. I didn’t know anything. That first day of school was one of the most important days of my life. My first day of school, my mom and...
Celebrating Strong Foster Parents and How You Can Become One Too: Foster Care Awareness Month
Have you considered becoming a foster parent? For many families, making the commitment to foster is a lengthy process with much deliberation. A common concern for many families who are weighing the options of fostering, is whether or not they would be successful as...