Join Macon County CASA and Child 1st Center for our annual wreath lighting on the Macon County Courthouse steps. We will take a moment to recognize the 587 abused and neglected children currently in Macon County’s foster care system and to become inspired by what we can do as a community […]
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April 25, 2019 april 2019 class schedule June 10, 2019 june 2019 class schedule August 29, 2019 august 2019 class schedule October 24, 2019 october 2019 class schedule
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A Coding Christmas with CASA Girls Who Code of Macon County Launches, A Coding Christmas with CASA.
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CASA is proud to be training our first comfort dog and his mom–Team Remington!! We are thrilled to offer our community’s abused and neglected children and their advocates the chance to have comfort during times of frustration, devastation, sadness, and more. Remi is a sweet, loving pup who will be a wonderful addition to our […]
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15-30 months = average length of time to resolve a case after abused and neglected children are taken into foster care. 10-15 hours = number of volunteer hours for one advocate to act as the voice of a child and to ensure a safe, permanent home. $2,200 = funds needed to support one CASA volunteer […]
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August 9th – September 19th September 27th -November 7th November 6th – December 12th The new advocate training consists of an Orientation, five 3 hour classes in person and 5 classes online. A combined total of 30 hours training. Morning classes are from 9:15 to 12:15 Evening classes are from 5:15 to 8:15
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For nearly 40 years the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (National CASA) has advocated for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. One of our guiding principles is that children are better off when they remain with their families of origin if safely possible. We also know the long-term effects […]
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