King’s Home, a Christian organization that offers services to at-risk youth and women fleeing domestic violence, opened a new facility last week named after a dedicated donor.
Jane’s House, named after longtime King’s Home supporter Jane Franks, now houses seven girls ages 16-19 in Shelby County who are in the custody of the Alabama Department of Human Resources.
“My prayer is that this home will be a haven where they can find strength and comfort in a beautiful environment as they grow in their independence,” remarked Jane Franks, the titular sponsor of Jane’s House.
King’s Home says a young woman cleared to live in Jane’s House may have been “abused, neglected, or exploited and may exhibit mild and/or occasional behavioral and/or emotional problems.”
The young women in Jane’s House will be part of the King’s Home Transitional Living Program, which is “designed to allow youth to experience the natural consequences of daily actions and decisions with the safety net of King’s Home program staff,” according to the organization.
Franks said in a video that her charity work is inspired by her father, who told her on his deathbed that she should use what she has to help the needy.
“Mrs. Jane Franks has been a generous advocate and driving force ensuring these girls get a beautiful and nurturing place to call home while they transition into independence,” said Lew Burdette, president of King’s Home on Thursday.
Watch: Dedication for the Jane’s House facility:
Henry Thornton is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can contact him by email: [email protected] or on Twitter @HenryThornton95
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