Debbie Richert's journey into the world of child advocacy spans an impressive 30-year career in early childhood, preschool, and K-12 educational programs. Throughout her extensive experience, she encountered CASA volunteers and witnessed firsthand the profound impact...
Stories & Blogs
Car Safety and Children
Many people may be surprised to learn that the leading cause of death for children in the United States is motor vehicle crashes. Car...
The Minimum Sufficient Level of Care
Since embracing my role as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in May of 2015, I have spent much time pondering the concept of a...
A Safe and Permanent Om
I’ve been doing a lot of airline travel this summer. Even when crossing just a couple of time zones, I find it difficult to get to...
Mythbusters: CASA of Yellowstone County Edition
“Oh, so you’re a CASA? So that means….” And so often begins a conversation in which I have the privilege of blowing away all kinds...
“Quick, Tell Me About CASA”: Polishing Your Elevator Speech
The work of CASA of Yellowstone County is filling an urgent need in our community by advocating for the most vulnerable among us:...
New Normals
“Children are great imitators. So give them something great to imitate.” -Unknown. Humans are amazing beings. We learn languages,...
CASA Small Groups: Drawing from the Well of Community
Volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates in Yellowstone County are a varied lot. Our ranks include active retirees and young...
Talking is Hard
The title says it all. I mean seriously, verbal communication is not an easy thing. It is super challenging to find words in your...
Foster Care in England
It was in December 2006 when a London pediatrician first noticed bruises on 11-month-old Baby P’s face and chest. The infant was put...