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.
Journey through Child Welfare Law: Part 4
Have you ever wondered how child welfare laws came to be in the United States? It's a pretty fascinating ride through history, especially when you consider that these laws are relatively new compared to other legal protections we take for granted. In recognition of...
Journey through Child Welfare Law: Part 3
Have you ever wondered how child welfare laws came to be in the United States? It's a pretty fascinating ride through history, especially when you consider that these laws are relatively new compared to other legal protections we take for granted. In recognition of...
Journey through Child Welfare Law: Part 2
Have you ever wondered how child abuse laws came to be in the United States? It's a pretty fascinating ride through history, especially when you consider that these laws are relatively new compared to other legal protections we take for granted. In recognition of...
Journey through Child Welfare Law: Part 1
Have you ever wondered how child welfare laws came to be in the United States? It's a pretty fascinating ride through history, especially when you consider that these laws are relatively new compared to other legal protections we take for granted. In recognition of...
Generational Poverty
To wrap up our March blog posts inspired by our recent poverty simulation activity with Leadership Metro Richmond, let's tackle a topic that's both challenging and hopeful: breaking the cycle of generational poverty. Cycles of Disadvantage What exactly is generational...
Housing Instability
As we continue our exploration of the high costs of poverty, we must take a deep dive into the topic of housing instability. This is an issue that is significantly affecting families right here in Henrico County. It is a complex challenge that demands our attention....
The High Cost of Poverty
Last week, we reflected on the value of participating in a poverty simulation. It gives us the opportunity to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” This week we are still exploring the experience of living with poverty, but shifting our focus to a different phrase: "The...
Why Participate in a Poverty Simulation?
No doubt you have heard the saying “To really understand someone, you need to walk a mile in their shoes.” Sometimes that can be difficult to do, if you have not been exposed to certain environments, situations, or circumstances. This can definitely be true for our...
CASA Couple: Adam & Thea
This February, in honor of Valentine's Day, we are introducing you to couples who, together, choose to support Henrico CASA. They are dynamic duos; heartfelt heroes for children. We hope you enjoy their tales of love and philanthropy in this month's blog posts. ...
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