by Kristin Blalock | Sep 9, 2024 | Blog
This fall, community members are working through our pre-service training, ready to start their journeys as Court Appointed Special Advocates. They join the 400+ advocates who have come before them during our 30 years of advocacy in Henrico County. We thought it would...
by Kristin Blalock | Aug 5, 2024 | Blog
Our team at Henrico CASA loves to read… and there’s no better time to read than the summer! In upcoming weeks we’ll be highlighting some of our recent favorites in the hopes that you will enjoy the themes and connections to our work as child advocates. Earlier this...
by Kristin Blalock | Jun 10, 2024 | Blog
Ava and Malik* were born into a violent cycle of domestic abuse and substance use. They came to the attention of Child Protective Services after a series of over twelve visits to their home from law enforcement. Ava and Malik were appointed a dedicated Court Appointed...
by Kristin Blalock | Nov 7, 2023 | Featured Podcasts, Podcast
Listen to Episode 17 of the Vigilant Voices™ podcast, YOU Can Look Beyond Behavior. Jeannine Panzera: Hello, listeners. We’re glad you’re here with us for another episode of Vigilant Voices. Kristin Blalock: Yes. We’re so grateful to be on this...
by Kristin Blalock | Oct 29, 2023 | Blog
Children, especially those who have survived abuse or neglect, possess an extraordinary strength. Resilience builds on that innate strength, moving towards healing and growth. We have the privilege and responsibility of nurturing this resilience. Each small step we...
