Shawn Winfrey – Former Foster Youth

Shawn Winfrey – Former Foster Youth

There is a great need for foster parents who are committed to fighting the battles that foster kids fight.

Shawn Winfrey is a former foster child who entered care due to neglect. Once he was placed by People Places, things changed for Shawn. He shared, “I had a great foster mother and she worked hard to help me manage my anger and become academically sound.” Read Shawn’s full story and see what he is up to now!

 

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