Guardian ad litem
Awareness key to addressing child welfare needs in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 04/28/2016 - 9:56pmImagine being awakened in the middle of the night by a stranger, escorted out into the chill of dark Nevada twilight, placed in a strange car, and driven to a strange house with more strangers who tell you everything is going to be all right.
To top it off, you are expected to go back to sleep in a strange bed.
Welcome to the world of a foster child, whose story is much the same whether it's told in Las Vegas or Battle Mountain, in Caliente or Carson City.
CASA of Carson City to Hold Information Hour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/16/2016 - 7:20amYou are invited to the CASA of Carson City Information Hour, March 23 at 5:30 pm. We are located in the Family Court complex at 1539 E. 5th Street. Drive straight in to the back of the parking lot and you will see our big CASA sign on the door.
CASA of Carson City Volunteer Training Begins Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/22/2015 - 6:42amCASA of Carson City will hold the first class in a 10 week CASA volunteer training, Thursday, September 24, 6-9pm, at the CASA of Carson City office, 1539 E. 5th Street.
CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case.
CASA of Carson City to hold an Information Hour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/30/2015 - 3:46pmMiss Carson City, Briana Neben says, "Please come and learn what CASA Volunteers do. Bring a friend!"
CASA of Carson City will hold an Information Hour, 5:30pm, April 7th, at the CASA of Carson City office, 1539 E. 5th Street.
Come and learn more about being a CASA volunteer. CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case.
CASA Volunteer Training Begins
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 8:02amCASA of Carson City will hold the first class in a 10 week CASA volunteer training, Jan. 22 6-9pm, at the CASA of Carson City office, 1539 E. 5th Street.
CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case. Being a CASA volunteer requires patience, caring, research, writing, speaking and follow-through. A background check, references, application, interview and 30 hours of training are required. CASA volunteers make a difference for very vulnerable children.
CASA of Carson City Volunteer Recognition Dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 7:06amEvery year, we celebrate the people from the community who step forward to advocate for abused or neglected children in Carson City--our CASA Volunteers. These exceptional individuals are appointed to serve as guardian ad litem under NRS 432b.500 by the Carson City Juvenile Court.
CASA of Carson City is excited to invite you to our annual CASA of Carson City Volunteer Recognition Dinner. Please join us in showing our support and appreciation for our wonderful CASA Volunteers - they are for the children!
CASA of Carson City will hold an Information Hour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/10/2015 - 8:27amCASA of Carson City will hold an Information Hour, 5:30pm, Jan.13, at the CASA of Carson City office, 1539 E. 5th Street.
Come and learn more about being a CASA volunteer. CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case. Being a CASA volunteer requires patience, caring, research, writing, speaking and follow-through.
It's Your City with Chris Bayer, director of Court Appointed Special Advocates
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/14/2014 - 8:23amChris Bayer tells us about CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA of Carson City advocates volunteer to "speak up" for children in First Judicial District of Nevada child welfare cases — Carson City and Storey County. Bayer serves as director.
Children enter these cases when Nevada's Division of Child and Family Services has determined it is unsafe for the child to remain at home due to abuse or neglect.
Carson City CASA training begins April 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/09/2014 - 12:00pmCASA OF Carson City will begin a training for CASA volunteers Wednesday April 16, 6 to 9pm at the CASA office, 1539 E. Fifth St. in parking lot beyond the Juvenile Court.
CASA volunteers are appointed by the court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case. Being a CASA volunteer requires patience, caring, research, writing, speaking and follow-through.
It's Your City with Chris Bayer, director of Court Appointed Special Advocates in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2013 - 8:20amChris Bayer tells about CASA of Carson City (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and how you can help the children in your community.
It's Your City is a weekly program aimed at keeping you informed about city government and other organizations/happenings around Carson City, Nev.
The program is produced by ACCtv Public Access Television in Carson City.
CASA Of Carson City to hold Information Hour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/06/2013 - 7:17pmCASA Of Carson City will hold an Information Hour, September 12, at 5:30pm. 1539 E. Fifth St. This informal event is a change for anyone who might be thinking about becoming a CASA Volunteer to stop by, ask questions and learn more.
CASA Volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem--child advocate--for children taken into care due to abuse or neglect.
Carson City children need CASA Volunteers!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/10/2012 - 7:58amLearn more about volunteering to becoming a guardian ad litem and speaking up for a child. CASA of Carson City will hold an Information Hour on May 21, 5:30pm, at the CASA of Carson City office, 1539 E. 5th St. Carson City. CASA volunteers are appointed for to speak up for the best interest of children removed from their parents custody due to abuse or neglect. Being a CASA volunteer requires research, communication, patience and caring. It is rewarding and challenging. CASA volunteers make a difference for kids.
Casa of Carson City to begin volunteer training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 7:52pmCASA OF CARSON CITY will begin a CASA volunteer training January 30, 5:30 to 8:30 at the Carson City Juvenile Court, 1545 E. 5th St.. Anyone is welcome to attend the first of the ten training sessions to learn more about CASA.
Carson City children need CASA Volunteers!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/05/2012 - 8:38amWhen Carson City children are removed from the home due to abuse or neglect and placed in state custody the Carson City Juvenile Court appoints a trained community member to serve as guardian ad litem for the child.
Ordinary people with good communication skills, caring, patience and writing ability advocate for the best interests of the child while they are in state care.
Find out more about becoming a CASA volunteer...
CASA Volunteer Training Begins
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/05/2011 - 7:16amCASA of Carson City will begin a training of CASA volunteers on May 10, 6-9pm, at the Carson City Juvenile Court, 1545 E. 5th St. in Carson City.
CASA volunteers are appointed by Carson City's Juvenile Court as guardian ad litem for children in child welfare court cases.
The CASA volunteer speaks up for the best interests of the child.
Being a CASA volunteer requires patience, caring, research, writing, good communication skills and a commitment.
There is a background check, an interview and 30 total hours of training.
CASA Volunteer Training Information Hour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/25/2010 - 11:51amFind out about becoming a guardian ad litem for a child who has been removed from the home by child welfare due to abuse or neglect.
CASA of Carson City will be holding an information hour Aug. 26th at the Carson City Juvenile Court, corner of Saliman and 5th Streets--1545 E. 5th St.-- 5pm-6pm.
Being a child advocate takes time, caring, patience, research, writing and good communication skills. Being a child advocate is rewardin...g and makes a difference for the most vulnerable children.
We do an interview and a background check.
CASA INFORMATION HOUR--learn about becoming a CASA Advocate
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/25/2010 - 3:43pmATTEND A CASA INFORMATION HOUR ON ANY OF THESE DATES:
APRIL 6, APRIL 21, MAY 5, 5:30-6:30pm
at the Juvenile Court Building, 1545 E. 5th St.
Can you tell a friend?
CASA INFORMATION HOUR--learn about becoming a CASA Advocate
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/25/2010 - 3:42pmATTEND A CASA INFORMATION HOUR ON ANY OF THESE DATES:
APRIL 6, APRIL 21, MAY 5, 5:30-6:30pm
at the Juvenile Court Building, 1545 E. 5th St.
Can you tell a friend?
CASA INFORMATION HOUR--learn about becoming a CASA Advocate
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/25/2010 - 3:39pmATTEND A CASA INFORMATION HOUR ON ANY OF THESE DATES:
APRIL 6, APRIL 21, MAY 5, 5:30-6:30pm
at the Juvenile Court Building, 1545 E. 5th St.
Can you tell a friend?