People Like You Are Making a Difference as CASA Volunteers
Our CASA volunteers are advocating every day for the best interests of the children they serve. These are some recent successes children have had after receiving a CASA volunteer. Names and photos are changed to protect the children’s privacy.
Woodford CASA volunteer giving her time to help kids
After she retired from a career in education, Ginny Robinson realized she missed interacting with her students and young people. “A friend who I admire
Until she’s ready to foster, Katie Sherman is serving as a CASA volunteer
Katie Sherman expects to be a foster parent one day. Until then, she’s found another way to help children trying to navigate the child welfare
Bourbon County man earns CASA Volunteer of the Month
A Bourbon County man has been named a regional CASA Volunteer of the Month for July. Wallis Brooks became a CASA volunteer just nine months
Midway business owner earns CASA Volunteer of the Month recognition
A Midway business owner has been named a CASA Volunteer of the Month for excellent work advocating for abused and neglected children. Michelle Rudzik, who
Lexington woman helps kids and their families as a CASA volunteer
Kim Mosley stays pretty busy as a wife of 43 years, a mom to five, a grandmother to 11 and a great-grandmother to three. But
Lincoln County man named CASA Volunteer of the Month for seven-county region
A Lincoln County man has been named a CASA Volunteer of the Month for the seven-county region served by CASA of Lexington. Jim Luhmann had
DAVID AND MARK
David’s CASA volunteer Mark advocated for him and his siblings when they were in foster care. Mark was a consistent, positive adult in the children’s lives. David and his siblings found a safe, permanent home and their case was closed, but Mark remained a good family friend. When David needed to prepare for his driver’s test, he called Mark, who helped him study and practice. “Thanks to CASA, they all connected,” said Mark’s spouse. “I think it made a difference in all their lives.”
SHAYLA AND KIM
Shayla and her brother were failing out of school and not receiving appropriate educational support at home when Kim was appointed as a CASA volunteer. Kim worked closely with the school to ensure Shayla and her brother received educational assistance, and advocated for placement with relatives who could better provide for the siblings’ educational needs. “It’s been a complete turnaround for these kids,” said the Volunteer Manager on the case. “Both children are thriving in a loving, supportive home.”
WILLIAM AND BEN
William came into care at 7 years old after witnessing domestic violence in his home. William’s CASA volunteer Ben gathered medical records and let the court know William might have an incurable disorder with an unpredictable progression. William’s foster family now has a plan in place to provide for his medical and educational needs right now. His mother is also now informed so she can care for his specific needs if reunification is successful.
You can be the difference for a child just like these CASA volunteers! Apply to become a CASA volunteer today!