Giving a Voice to Abused and Neglected Children in Saline County Illinois

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Next training begins February 26, 2019

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UPCOMING EVENTS

CASA Trivia Tournament

Harrisburg American Legion

March 30, 2019 6pm doors open at 5pm

$100 for a Table of 10

Theme attire, decorate your table, challenge your minds and have FUN! Cash Bar but food and some soft drinks will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own snacks.

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February 28, 2019

Volunteer Advocate Meeting

January 10, 2019 6pm at DAD's BBQ in Eldorado.

Children of Substance Abuse Parents and CASA

According to the Center on Addition: Children whose parents abuse alcohol and other drugs are almost 3 times likelier to...

Signs of Possible Child abuse and Neglect

Possible Neglect: Inadequately dressed for the weather (e.g. shorts and sandals in freezing temperatures), appear to be excessively listless and...

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About CASA

Saline County CASA trains community members to advocate for abused and neglected children who are in the court system because of abuse and/or neglect. Saline County CASA currently has 18 advocates serving 64 children. There are 25 on the waiting list for a CASA. The advocates speak up for these children with the court system, social service agencies, and others involved in the child’s life.

Saline County CASA has a Board of Directors consisting of 8 community members who volunteer their time to the program. These 8 members make the by-laws and take care of fundraising efforts to support the program. The Saline County CASA Board of Directors meet once a month and call special meetings when necessary.

To reach our goal and insure that every child receives a safe home, CASA would like to have an advocate for every abused and neglected child who enters the Saline County Juvenile Court System. New advocates are needed! To become an advocate or make a donation, contact our office at 618 253-3355 or contact any member of the board.

What is a CASA Advocate?

A CASA Advocate is a community member who gives of their time to ensure that abused and neglected children receive a safe, nurturing, permanent home as quickly as possible. They do this by gathering facts, discerning options, and preparing reports for the court. They also assist the court and social agencies in eliminating delays, advancing the child’s case in a timely fashion, and monitoring the case until a final outcome is achieved.

To become an advocate, one must pass a preliminary screening process, complete a 30 hour training program, and observe 6 hours of court procedures. We need your help! Call today 618-253-3355.