Allison Shimko, CASA

February 6, 2023
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Luncheons begin at 11:30 a.m.
The Program / Meeting begins at 12:30 p.m.


​CASA: A Court-Appointed
​             Special Advocate

Speaker: Allison Shimko, 
​                  CASA volunteer

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A Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained volunteer who advocates on behalf of the best interest of a child in the child protection system. Children in foster care have occasional court hearings where important decisions are made regarding their future – including educational and medical needs, visits with family, and, most importantly, where the children will ultimately live. Every adult in the courtroom has someone representing him or her. Who speaks up for the children? This is where a CASA volunteer comes in.

Chairperson of the Day: Sandy Mefford
Reception Table Hostesses: Mary Heery, Judy Mayer