When the CASA team saw Amelia’s illustration, we were struck by how her image captures the light at the heart of our CASA community as we work to illuminate the pathway to stability and safety in the lives of the children we serve. Read our blog to learn more about Amelia, our seven-year-old artist, and how you can support children like her throughout Central Virginia.
Read MoreAs part of Child Abuse Prevention Month, we’re sharing six powerful statistics from Families Forward Virginia that shine a light on what children are facing right here in the Commonwealth—and why organizations like CASA exist to advocate for them.
Read MoreWe’re starting 2025 on a high note as we celebrate the swearing-in of six new CASA volunteer advocates and two new staff members!
Read MoreEvery year, thousands of children in the United States run away from home, often seeking to escape environments of abuse, neglect, or trauma. Unfortunately, many of these children are quickly vulnerable to the dangers of human trafficking.
Read MoreCelebrate #worldmentalhealthday by learning 5 tips on how to support a child's mental health.
Read MoreAt CASA of Central Virginia's recent Volunteer/Donor Appreciation Event, we recognized the outstanding contributions of our volunteers, corporate partners, and donors. Their dedication and generosity play a crucial role in our mission to support abused and neglected children. Below are our 2024 award winners and what they have done for CASA this past year.
Read MoreOur primary focus is reuniting families as soon as it's safe and possible. Check out Naomi's inspiring story of being reunited with her children.
Read MoreIn the realm of child advocacy, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers serve as a ray of hope for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
Read MoreChildhood should be a time of wonder, growth, and joy. Unfortunately, for many children, it includes experiences of abuse and neglect, leading to lasting trauma. This Child Abuse Prevention Month, we shed light on the profound impact of trauma on a child's development.
Read MoreChild abuse can take many different forms, and sometimes the signs can be quite subtle. It's important to be aware of these signs and take action if you suspect a child is being mistreated. As we enter Child Abuse Prevention Month, it's crucial to equip ourselves with the knowledge to recognize these signs early on. Read more to learn about common indicators of child abuse and neglect.
Read MoreDo you want to know how you can change a child’s story in 2024? Read Olivia’s story and find out how you can make a difference in your community by supporting CASA of Central Virginia.
Read MoreJoin us in welcoming our newest class of board members!
Read MoreRead about safe family reunification and 4 reasons it is the first choice when deciding a child’s future.
Read MoreOur children are educationally fragile, in a myriad of ways, and for our CASA kids, it’s the layering of these issues that stack up against them. Being aware of the vulnerabilities is the first step to being able to advocate and provide support around them. Here are just some of the factors that can make our kids’ success at school a taller mountain to climb.
Read MoreRead our list of some of the people and things that made 2022 a wonderful year at CASA of Central Virginia.
Read MoreAfter a year spent listening to adult adoptees and lesser heard voices in adoption, we couldn’t help but notice these themes also showed up in Netflix’s “The Noel Diary.”
Read MoreLearn the steps to becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate.
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