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Aug 20

CASA Plays a Critical Role in Educational Advocacy for Children in Foster Care

Children in foster care often face numerous challenges, one of which is maintaining stability and progress in their education. Education...

How to Protect Children from Dangerous Apps in Sangamon County, IL

Aug 1

CHILD SAFETY

How to Protect Children from Dangerous Apps in Sangamon County, IL

Like in many other places, children routinely engage with apps for educational and entertainment purposes in Sangamon County, IL. These...

Safeguarding Children from the Impact of Domestic Abuse

Jul 1

CHILD SAFETY

Safeguarding Children from the Impact of Domestic Abuse

Safeguarding children from the profound impact of domestic violence is an urgent and critical imperative, given the staggering statistics...

A Guide to Becoming a Foster Parent & Transforming Lives in Sangamon County, IL

Jun 1

FOSTER CARE

A Guide to Becoming a Foster Parent & Transforming Lives in Sangamon County, IL

In Sangamon County, IL, and across Illinois, the need for foster parents is significant, with 17,920 children currently in foster care...

A Guide to Recognizing Child Abuse and Knowing When to Call the DCFS Hotline in Sangamon County, IL

May 1

CHILD ADVOCACY

A Guide to Recognizing Child Abuse and Knowing When to Call the DCFS Hotline in Sangamon County, IL

At CASA of Sangamon County , we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of children, and we firmly believe that it is our duty as...

CASA of Sangamon County is Uniting Against Child Abuse this April

Apr 1

CHILD ADVOCACY

CASA of Sangamon County is Uniting Against Child Abuse this April

In a powerful and unwavering stand against child abuse, CASA of Sangamon County is spearheading a united front this April, dedicating...

Protecting Youth in Sangamon County, IL from Sextortion

Mar 1

CHILD SAFETY

Protecting Youth in Sangamon County, IL from Sextortion

Sextortion, a menacing act of online exploitation, casts a dark shadow over the digital lives of individuals, especially our vulnerable...

Nurturing Mental Health & Addressing Trauma in Children

Feb 1

CHILD ADVOCACY

Nurturing Mental Health & Addressing Trauma in Children

Welcome to the extraordinary journey of foster parenting, where the rewards are immeasurable, yet the path is laden with challenges that...

Shedding Light on Human Trafficking: Understanding, Identifying and Protecting Our Youth

Jan 1

CHILD SAFETY

Shedding Light on Human Trafficking: Understanding, Identifying and Protecting Our Youth

As advocates for the well-being of our community’s youth, CASA of Sangamon County stands firm in shedding light on the pervasive issue...

Sep 15, 2023

Giving Voice to Children in Care & Their Families

It’s not uncommon for children in foster care to feel unheard and ignored – in fact, their foster and placement families may struggle to...

Aug 15, 2023

FOSTER CARE

Foster Care & Placement: An Unexpected Journey

Foster care is a system that provides temporary care for children who cannot live with their birth families due to various reasons, such...

What Experts Are Saying About Child Abuse Right Now

Jul 15, 2023

CHILD ADVOCACY

What Experts Are Saying About Child Abuse Right Now

Child abuse and neglect are serious issues that can have long-lasting impacts on children’s mental, physical, and emotional well-being....

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Change a Child’s Story

For children who have been abused & neglected trying to navigate the juvenile court and social services system, a CASA advocate can mean the difference between homelessness and a safe dwelling… dropping out or excelling in school… unemployment or a career path… incarceration or freedom… failure or success in life. At any given moment, they have the power to say this is not how this story is going to end. easy.

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