BEING AN ADVOCATE
An advocate must be 21 or over, able to pass a background check, able to complete 30 hours of training, and be able to visit a child in their home once a month.
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
An advocate must be 21 or over, able to pass a background check, able to complete 30 hours of training, and be able to visit a child in their home once a month. In addition, advocates must complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits each year after the year in which they are sworn in.
ADVOCATE RESOURCES
Court Procedures
Information on the workings of the Court can be found in the links, below.
(Be sure to write down what you listened to and the lengths of the podcast for CEUs.)
'The Child's Point of View of CASA
LOCAL RESOURCES FOR COURT WORKINGS
Health, Necessities & Healthcare
Follow the links, below, for more information on mental and physical health in children and families.
Childhood Traits Relation to Adulthood
Child Abuse During the Pandemic
Understanding the Causes of Abuse
Medical Effects of Child Trauma
Domestic Violence Help
Sexual Assault Counseling
Child and Family Counseling
Food Pantry
Child Sexual Abuse Articles
Rosecrance
Ask CASA to email information on 'Grieving in Children' supplied by local Heartland Hospice.
Substance Abuse & Treatment
Below, find links to information and resources, concerning substance abuse and its effects on the body and families.
Drug Abuse Prevention in Children
National Institute on Drug Abuse Education Podcasts
Drug Abuse Relationship to Kids Going into Foster Care
SUPPORTERS
We are proud to collaborate with various supporters including local government agencies, legal professionals, and community organizations to ensure that the needs of abused and neglected children are met. Our partnerships play a crucial role in expanding our reach and enhancing the support and resources available to the children we serve.
