Photography by Heidi Reuter
Left to right: Stephanie Greene, Bonnie Northeimer, Peter Diebolt, Nancy McCullar, Bridget Miller, Christa Yeager, Lori Messner, Nadia Waltz, Isabel Monterossa, Robin Shilling, Lori Scargle, Juliette Persody
The FACE of Child Advocacy
CASA of Berks County
Children who are victims of abuse or neglect face a frightening, profound unknown: courtrooms, foster care, new schools, a revolving door of well-meaning professionals like lawyers, doctors, therapists and caseworkers. All of this happens while coping with the trauma of abuse or neglect. At local nonprofit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Berks County, we provide a caring, consistent adult to ensure they are well cared for until they find a safe, permanent living situation. Our highly trained volunteer court-appointed advocates get to know each child as an individual and are by their side to advocate for their best interests in the courtroom and in our community. Children in foster care with a CASA volunteer in their lives are more likely to succeed in school, to find a forever home and are half as likely to re-enter the foster care system. Fundraisers, like our Gala of Light, and volunteers keep the important work of CASA of Berks County going.
845 N. Park Rd., Ste. 307, Wyomissing | 610.301.8634 | casaberks.org
