by CASA | Nov 18, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Headlines, CASA Updates, Stories
In September of 2024, Jake aged out of foster care when he turned eighteen. To many in the community, he might just seem like another statistic—a young person aging out of the system. But to his CASA Advocate, Cyndi, Jake is still that ten-year-old boy she first chose...
by CASA | Nov 13, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Terri Richards has had a remarkable journey, heavily influenced by her family’s experiences as an expatriate in Saudi Arabia for 20 years and later as a nursing instructor and volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Her background in psychiatric nursing...
by CASA | Oct 21, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Noelle Gaudreau is committed to making a positive impact in her community, both as an elementary teacher and as a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Her story exemplifies her passion for helping children. As an elementary teacher, Noelle...
by CASA | Oct 14, 2024 | CASA Blog, Stories, Uncategorized
When Milo was born, his cord blood tested positive for meth. Child and Family Services implemented a voluntary safety plan with Milo’s parents to try and keep him in parents’ care. However, soon after, the parents stopped checking in at the local housing shelter....
by CASA | Oct 10, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Headlines, CASA Updates
Despite coming from very different places, (Daysi is from Peru and Matt from Lewistown, MT), they are not only dedicated mental health professionals but also serve in the unique role of being volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates as a couple. With three children...
