Archive for May 2022
CASA Case: Ava and Malik’s Story
CASA works to strengthen families. However, sometimes it isn’t safe for a child to remain with their family. This is a heartbreaking situation, because a child needs the connection and cultural identity that is most often provided by family. The instability that follows leaving one’s family can be detrimental to a child’s well-being. As a…
Read MoreFostering Resilience
When we know better, we do better. So after Henrico CASA volunteers participate in pre-service training, they grow knowledge and skills through ongoing continuing education opportunities. This month, we watched the Resilience documentary together. The film explains the biology of stress and the science of hope. It’s message is highly relevant to our work as…
Read MoreSupport Foster Families
Foster parents and their families make a significant commitment to help children who need a home. Their home will undoubtedly experience some upheaval. Afterall, they are walking with a child during a very challenging time. They open their doors to trauma and hurt, hopeful that the stability and security they offer makes a difference. And…
Read MoreFoster Care Awareness Resources
May is National Foster Care Month. What better time to raise awareness of the fact that there are more than 400,000 young people currently in foster care in the United States. No matter where you are in your journey of understanding the foster care system, these resources compiled by Texas CASA will speak to you.…
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