Story Archives - National CASA/GAL Association for Children

Gracie’s journey to healing and hope with a CASA volunteer by her side

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 21:34:44 +0000

For Brenda, seeing Gracie’s transformation was a testament to the power of persistence, love, and hope.

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From CASA child to CASA advocate

General Admin — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:15:00 +0000

CASA played a vital role in my life as a former foster youth, as well as in the life of my sister.

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Where could Caden safely grow up?

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Caden was assigned Dallas CASA volunteer Megan, who began visiting him and offering support to his foster family.

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CASA of Sedgwick County volunteer reunites teen with siblings

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:05:00 +0000

Angela*, a CASA volunteer from CASA of Sedgwick County located in Wichita, KS, was appointed to advocate for Courtney*, a 13-year-old female who had been in the foster care system for 2.5 years.

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CASA volunteer reunites siblings

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Thu, 19 May 2022 21:09:52 +0000

The CASA volunteer made contact with child protective services, the children, their caregivers, parents and the attorney ad litem.

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CASA volunteer fosters love of reading with comic books

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 21:30:20 +0000

Volunteers like Sara make a life-changing difference for children and youth.

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CASA volunteer helps teen reconnect with her community

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 17:51:10 +0000

Mary* is a volunteer with Oakland County CASA in Michigan. She was assigned by a judge to the case of 17-year-old Anna*, who was being parented by an aunt and uncle after the untimely death of her mother when Anna was 7 years old.

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CASA volunteer helps siblings reunite with their mom

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 22:02:00 +0000

As the pandemic unfolded in 2020, Aileen continued her visits virtually, and gradually transitioned to socially distanced in-person visits with the siblings and their mother.

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CASA/GAL volunteers help children with developmental disabilities thrive

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 23:15:18 +0000

Lisa*, a volunteer from CASA Youth Advocates in Media, PA, advocates for 15-year-old Jared* who is currently housed at a residential facility.

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CASA of Larimer County volunteer helps siblings thrive

laurenl@nationalcasagal.org — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:43:58 +0000

At first, Sam focused in part on ensuring the boys could have normal childhood experiences with a reliable adult, and on getting to know them.

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