I know because I had one.
By Ann McAlpin | Executive Director, CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County
When we were little, my dad danced me on his shoes. He … Read more
News & Events
Meet Kaleb, Kaylee, and Keisha
At the start
Twins, Kaylee and Keisha, entered this world testing positive for drugs. Along with their older brother, Kaleb, the three spent their early years raised by their … Read more
Today I want to tell you about my Aunt Mary Lou and a mother’s love.
By Ann McAlpin, Executive Director | CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County
I wrote this letter before this pandemic, but I wanted to share it with you on this day dedicated … Read more
Do you know what experts are saying about child abuse right now?
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things on the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. … Read more
Leave a Legacy. Help Children in Foster Care.
Guest post by Susan and Andy Truscott
We all want to help. Here’s how Susan and Andy Look at things.
A Message from the Executive Director | Connections During This Time of Isolation
By Ann McAlpin, Executive Director | CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County
In this time that is marked, even named, with isolation, I am finding surprising connections.
Taking an unusual moment to … Read more
The Training Spot | April 2020
By Ann Marie Ronsman
As Advocates, we work with families who are struggling mightily on a daily basis. In training, we work hard to help Advocates understand the reality of … Read more
The CASA office is temporarily closed, but our work goes on.
Although our physical office is closed at this time in compliance with the Stay at Home | Stop the Spread order issued by Montgomery County Judge Mark … Read more
Advocates Helping Advocates
We know that you came to CASA Child Advocates to serve the most vulnerable children in our community. In these uncertain times, you – the helper – may find that you need assistance.
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In response to COVID-19: Updates from CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County
A Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Response
As the world swirls around us in this unprecedented and highly confusing time, one of my strongest emotions … Read more
"To give a child a CASA is to give them a voice. To give them a voice is to give them hope. And to give them hope is to give them the world. I believe that with all my heart."
- Pamela Butler, former foster youth