Children who have experienced abuse and neglect have unique needs and challenges, as do their family, friends, and caregivers.
Learn with us as we explore topics related to the well-being of these children.
Together, we can create a community that is supportive and responsive to those needs.
National Foster Care Month: Success In The Small Moments
May is National Foster Care Month. Henrico CASA see this as a time to raise awareness, celebrate resilience, and reflect on the journeys of Henrico County’s youth living in foster care. Last week, we explored the value of trusted adults to youth living in foster care....
Defining Success: The Power of Standing Together
Behind Every Success: The Power of Standing Together May is National Foster Care Month, a time to not only recognize the resilience of youth, but to also highlight the supports that empower their success. Last week, we explored how success in foster care can take many...
Defining Success: National Foster Care Month
May is National Foster Care Month, a time to recognize our foster care system, created to provide temporary homes for children who have been removed from their family of origin’s care for their own protection and well-being. It’s also a time to reflect on the...
Defining Success: Celebrating Collective Impact With Our Director of Partnerships
Success is commonly defined as “the degree or measure” of something turning out well. Throughout the month we are exploring the theme of success and examining what it looks like from various unique perspectives at Henrico CASA. Kristin Blalock, Henrico CASA’s Director...
Defining Success: Words From Our Executive Director
Success is commonly defined as “the degree or measure” of something turning out well. This April, we are exploring the theme of success and examining what it looks like from various unique perspectives at Henrico CASA. Our Executive Director, Jeannine Panzera, brings...
Defining Success: The Role of a Volunteer Coordinator
Success is commonly defined as “the degree or measure” of something turning out well. This April, we are exploring the theme of success and examining what it looks like from various unique perspectives at Henrico CASA. From the perspective of staff Volunteer...
Defining Success As An Advocate
Success is commonly defined as "the degree or measure" of something turning out well. This April, we are exploring the theme of success and examining what it looks like from various unique perspectives at Henrico CASA. Success can be a layered concept, especially in...
EDUCATION: Adverse Childhood Experiences
Overcoming ACEs Throughout our March blog series, we took a closer look at Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The previous blog topics: Impact, Recognize, and Education, paved the way for a deeper understanding of ACEs. But what happens next? How can individuals,...
EDUCATION: Adverse Childhood Experiences
Our March blog series takes a closer look at Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how they affect a child’s educational journey. Together, we will explore how ACEs impact learning, behavior, and emotional regulation in the classroom. Additionally, we will examine...
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