Tennessee Children’s Home names new president to start in April

The Tennessee Children’s Home has selected Mike Yuhas as its new president, who will take over for longtime president Brian King, who plans to retire in June.

While the position will be new, Yuhas has been involved with the Children’s Home since 1995, serving many positions, such as emergency shelter shift worker, houseparent, residential counselor, principal and program director. He is also a graduate from Freed-Hardeman University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Yuhas’ transition into the position will begin April 1 and will commence no later than June 30, according to a press release.

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“Tennessee Children’s Home is a great organization made up of people who are passionate about helping kids,” Yuhas said. “I am thankful for the opportunity to lead these efforts into the future.”

According to a press release, the Children’s Home currently serves 96 children and young adults as of October 2023.

“Mike has proven himself strong and capable at every level,” Board of Tennessee Children’s Home Chairman Bruce Gibbs said. “We are confident that he is the person to lead the Tennessee Children’s Home organization to an even brighter future for the children in our care.”

King will be retiring after serving the Children’s Home for 42 years, beginning as a social worker and later being named president in 1998. During his time, the Children’s Home underwent many improvements and expansions.

Its largest expansion occurred in October of 2021 when the Children’s Home opened its new campus on approximately 45 acres off Dr. Robertson Road.

“I know Mike Yuhas will do a great job,” King said. “He has an extensive background in childcare and business management. It’s a good feeling to know that Tennessee Children’s Home is being left in good hands.”

The Children’s Home was founded in 1909 as the Tennessee Orphans Home. Its services provide group home residential treatment, child and family counseling and after-care programs for children who are victims of abuse, dependent neglect, as well as orphans. In addition to Spring Hill, the nonprofit currently has campuses in Henderson, Knoxville and Clarksville.

For more information, visit the Children’s Home’s website at www.TennesseeChildrensHome.org.

Jay Powell is a general reporter for The Daily Herald. Get up-to-date news in your inbox by subscribing to The Daily Herald newsletter at www.ColumbiaDailyHerald.com.