Monroe Harding Children’s Home was founded in 1893 as a home for orphans and continues today to provide vital services through a variety of programs to youth of all ages. Mrs. Fannie E. Harding opened her home in memory of her late husband Dr. James Monroe Harding to orphaned Presbyterian children. She began accepting children of all ages and religions just one year later. Monroe Harding moved to Glendale Lane in 1934 to serve children of all ages until the 1970’s when it became primarily a residential facility for at–risk teens. Since its establishment, it has expanded to include children, youth and their families through residential care as well as off-campus programs in the community.
In December 2007, Monroe Harding received accreditation by the Council On Accreditation - a national organization which reviews, analyzes and helps revamp social service organizations to meet rigid industry-wide standards for delivering the best possible services in the best possible way. COA recognizes Monroe Harding as achieving the highest level of professional practices for Group Living Services, Youth Independent Living Services, Social Development & Enrichment Services for Children & Youth, and Family Preservation & Stabilization Services. Monroe Harding is one of only 14 organizations in Tennessee (and one of 5 in Middle TN) to be accredited by the Council.
You may have heard that Monroe Harding has put up to 20 acres of the Green Hills property up for sale. Click on the logo above to find detailed information from the broker. You can also click here to access the press release.
It has always been the goal of Monroe Harding to help at-risk children and youth realize their full potential by providing them opportunities to learn key life lessons. At Monroe Harding we believe that all young people have the ability to succeed.
Our programs are geared toward introducing, teaching and modeling behaviors and skills that allow youth to be independent and successful. Monroe Harding seeks to create change and truly make a difference in lives of at-risk children and youth.
“Monroe Harding acted like a parent to me. They taught me how to be socially and morally responsible.” -Donnie, former resident
“I really thought I could make it in the world, but without the things you taught me, I wouldn’t have.” -Jamaca, former resident
“I credit my whole life change to living here.” -Patti, former resident
“Teaching me about money, jobs, how to apply… I wouldn’t have been able to work without knowing all that.” -Rico, former resident
“The transition I had to make was not very easy. The center allows foster youth to see what is available for them, what resources they can take advantage of, etc.” -Shanique, Youth Connections client
