Susie Collum, a dedicated CASA advocate and Peer Coordinator, has had a fulfilling journey driven by her passion for working with children. Raised in Billings, she knew from an early age that she wanted to teach primary school children. After earning her teaching...
Stories & Blogs
How to…Advocate for Teens
The blog team here at CASA of Yellowstone County is excited to introduce a series of “how to” blogs. In addition to the insightful...
A Day in the Life of a CASA
Let me preface the following blog with: I do not live in Billings. Many times I purposely schedule multiple visits, errands,...
CASA and Civic Action
I recently received a jury summons. My first response was gratitude that I’d have the opportunity to participate in our...
The Challenges of Keeping Siblings Together in Foster Care
When children are removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, they are often being removed along with siblings. It is estimated...
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday
Giving Tuesday – often stylized as #GivingTuesday on social media – is a worldwide event celebrated annually on the Tuesday following...
Childhood Trauma & Public Health
Court Appointed Special Advocates know that childhood trauma affects adult life. During CASA training we complete the Adverse...
Make a Difference This Holiday Season
With the holidays approaching, right now there are over 800 children in Yellowstone County foster care. Those 800 children will be...
When Your Case is Closed
Dear Advocate, At the closing of your case, I hope you can look back on these past 18 months with a feeling of accomplishment. Know...
Holidays in Foster Care
For some, the holidays of autumn and winter are a time for nostalgic reflection on past holidays with loved ones. For others, those...