Dallas CASA Volunteer Connects with Teens
Dallas resident Robert Pierce was approaching retirement when an advertisement caught his eye. Dallas CASA seems like a perfect match for his skills.
Collaborative Family Engagement Benefits Children
A cooperative effort between CASA, CPS (Child Protective Services), attorneys and others on a case, the new Collaborative Family Engagement program benefits children most.
Face Mask Donation Supports CPS Investigators
Dallas CASA volunteer Kim Meth knew the danger child abuse investigators face on a daily basis. She didn't want COVID-19 to be another concern and was able to donate 150 face masks to support investigators during the pandemic.
Dallas CASA Volunteers Stay in Touch Virtually
Prioritizing the health and safety of children, volunteers and staff, Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) recently suspended face-to-face child visits, but Dallas CASA’s committed volunteers are staying in close contact with the children they serve in a variety of ways.
Bilingual Dallas CASA Volunteer Finds Common Ground
Over the past five years, Amanda Paredes has worked six Dallas CASA cases involving eight children, most of whom came into care speaking Spanish. Raised speaking both English and Spanish at home, Amanda says making connections through shared language and culture with the children she serves has been critical for them.
