CASA of Tarrant County

Register today for a fun Young Professional Council Summer Social at Chicken 'n Pickle! Join us July 22nd, 6-8pm for food and conversation. In lieu of a registration fee, please bring new back to school supplies to benefit the children we serve in our communities. Sign up: https://lnkd.in/gvKn6Egz

Via UT Physicians: Child abuse is a public health problem, with 1 in 7 children suffering from some form of abuse, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Unfortunately, those numbers may be even higher. “Child abuse is definitely underreported,” said Michelle T. Ruda, MD, child abuse pediatrician with the UT Physicians CARE Clinic – Texas Medical Center and assistant professor of pediatrics at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. “This is why it’s everyone’s job to help prevent child abuse.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6bkUFih

This month, we're highlighting Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE), a key part of our advocacy for children. Lifelong meaningful connections are crucial for positive outcomes, and many foster children have lost these ties. CASA employs CFE to create a team between volunteers and Child Protective Services, identifying and involving family members and other committed adults in the child’s care and planning, aiming for quicker permanency. Matthew Lopez emphasizes that CFE helps uncover caring adults to form a stable support network. Success stories include advocate Amy, who reconnected a child with paternal family members, and volunteers Kimberly and Staci, who used CFE tools to engage children and uncover important personal insights. >> https://lnkd.in/gEy6bGUU

We are so excited to share our latest video featuring several of our outstanding advocates. Learn more about becoming a volunteer at https://lnkd.in/gD_3Muk #becomeanadvocate Click the link below! https://lnkd.in/gtRYjAwf

Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences and struggles of the disability community. Even though this month comes with many joyous celebrations, we cannot negate the unfortunate reality that both children with disabilities and children of parents with disabilities are overrepresented in the child welfare system. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gr4v_kkh

Congratulations to our newest class of volunteer advocates, who graduated last month! #becomeacasa

Happy 4th of July! We hope you celebrate with friends and family today! Love, CASA of Tarrant County

Don't miss a fun Young Professional Council Summer Social at Chicken 'n Pickle! Join us July 22nd, 6-8pm for food and conversation. In lieu of a registration fee, please bring new back to school supplies to benefit the children we serve in our communities. Register here: https://lnkd.in/grY7Yn47

We have FOUR great opportunities coming up to attend an Information Session - either virtual via Zoom or in-person at the CASA Office! We can't wait to meet you - register now at https://lnkd.in/gm_-qhB #becomeanadvocate

☀ While school is out, this season can be challenging for some children as their routines and access to essential resources are disrupted. Youth in foster care may face unique difficulties, so here are some ways you can keep supporting them during summertime.