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The mission of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Philadelphia is to train and support community volunteers to advocate for the health, safety, stability and well-being of abused and neglected children.
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Events SpotlightMay 14, 2012
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Philadelphia County is hosting its 3rd Annual Forgotten Children Campaign to shine a light on the 4,000 children in the foster care system. One hundred life-size child cutouts, representing a sample of the children in foster care, will be on display in the rotunda. Please stay tuned for information about CASA's Campaign Kick-Off Reception on Monday May 14th! January 01, 2012
I am for the child who has been abused. Who doesn't want to go home. the child who no longer believes in herself. I am for the child who has been neglected. Who doesn't know where her next meal is coming from. The child who must be the parent to his siblings. I am for the child who was taken away for her own protection. The child who is now in foster care. Who doesn't know who these people are. Or how long he'll be there. I am for the child who's lived in five foster homes in a single year. Who's attended six schools in four years. Who sits in the back of yet another classroom, surrounded by strangers. I am for the child who one day will turn 18 - and will be surrendered to the world. March 01, 2012
Join us for our first annual quarterly in-service training on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 6:00 pm in Room C2-5 of the Center for Business and Industry Building at Community College of Philadelphia, located at 18th and Callowhill Streets, Philadelphia, PA. CASA Supervisors Carletta Chandler, BSW and Taryn Jones, M.Ed. will cover topics from Chapters 4, 5, and 6 of the CASA curriculum regarding understanding children and families. Topics include substance abuse, domestic violence, the culture of poverty, and behavioral health issues. This is an important refresher course for our more seasoned volunteers and an introduction to these issues for our newest graduating class. Please review Chapters 4, 5, and 6 and bring them with you to the training. Volunteers will receive 2 hours of in-service training credit. Please RSVP to Volunteer Coordinator Cynthia Mason if you plan to attend this training. February 23, 2012
Our newest class of of CASA graduates will be sworn-in on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 5:00 pm in Courtroom A at 1801 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA. All active volunteers are invited to attend to wish our Winter 2012 cohort their best wishes as they take their CASA oath. March 15, 2012
Join us for an Open House on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at Noon at the CASA of Philadelphia office at 1940 Brandywine Street, Philadelphia, PA. Learn about the different ways that you can volunteer with CASA of Philadelphia. Please RSVP to info@casaphiladelphia.org if you plan to attend. |
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There are over 6,000 foster children in Philadelphia. CASA volunteers visit children regularly, contact caseworkers, interview parents, doctors, teachers and therapists. They review records, report to the court and testify - all to ensure necessary safety, care and most importantly permanence for the children.
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National CASA Blog | Changing the Lives of Abused and Neglected Children
Posted: February 22, 2012 11:25 AM
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Juvenile Law Center and Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children released a report on Maximizing “Fostering Connections” to Benefit Pennsylvania Youth. This report provides background on the unprecedented opportunity our state has to maximize new federal revenues that will lead to improved outcomes for youth in foster care and yield our state and counties millions in savings.
http://www.porchlightproject.org/reports/fc2012/Maximizing_Fostering_Connections.pdf
Posted: February 15, 2012 11:15 AM
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CASA E-Newsletter January 2012
Posted: February 08, 2012 11:32 AM
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Save the Date for National CASA Annual Conference to be held in DC this year, June 9-12. Join more than 1,400 colleagues from around the country for three-plus days of information-packed workshops and inspirational keynote addresses from leaders in their fields.
Annual Conference - National CASA - CASA for Children
Posted: February 01, 2012 09:40 AM
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Good morning! Are you interested in helping CASA Philadelphia plan its 3rd Annual Forgotten Children Campaign (May 14-18) to shine a light on our community's foster children? We are looking for help with soliciting sponsorships, food & beverage donations and setting & cleaning up. Please contact allison.modica@casaphiladelphia.org or visit CASA's website to become a Friend of CASA! http://casaphiladelphia.org/friends_of_casa
Posted: January 27, 2012 10:06 AM
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Save the Date! CASA's 3rd Annual Forgotten Children Campaign is taking place at Liberty Place May 14-18 to shine a light on our city's foster children. If your place of employment is willing to sponsor the event, please contact Allison Modica at allison.modica@casaphiladelphia.org for details! Looking forward to a great campaign! Stay tuned for more details.
Posted: January 20, 2012 12:01 PM
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Pa. Task Force on Child Protection must set clear abuse reporting guidelines
Posted: January 18, 2012 09:30 AM
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Our Winter 2012 volunteer class completed their second training this week and are well on their way to becoming excellent advocates for Philly's most vulnerable children. Visit our website to make a donation to support our children and volunteers.. every donation counts!
Posted: January 13, 2012 10:50 AM
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Governor Corbett, Senate President Pro Tempore Scarnati, House Speaker Smith Name Members... -- HARR
Posted: January 11, 2012 08:22 AM
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CASA E-Newsletter January 2012
Posted: January 04, 2012 12:11 PM
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