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Caroline CASA of more male advocates. Some children have been abused by
men and need reassurance and a good role model. When you
Court Appointed Special Advocate become an advocate, you have the power not only to infl uence
a child’s life but the future as well. Generations to come will
by Amy Horne, Executive
benefit from the fact that you cared and guided a youngster

Director, CASA of Caroline away from pain toward success. Isn’t it time to make a diff erence
in someone’s life?
How will you spend this Valentines Day? Wouldn’t you love
Valentine’s Day equals love. Share your love with a child in
to spend it in a meaningful and important way—and enrich
need. The rewards are beyond value…as is the love you’ll
your life at the same time? Valentine’s Day is the celebration
receive in return. And to make it an even sweeter experience,

of love, and love is often a large part of what being a CASA
share the advocate role with someone you love, like your
(Court-Appointed Special Advocate) is all about. Every day in
spouse or sibling, and apply to work together as a CASA Team!
this country, 1,900 children are the victims of neglect or abuse.
Volunteer today. It could be the best love story of your life!
Four of them will die. Together, we can work to change these
staggering statistics. The Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention funded this project under

sub-award number CJAC-2019-0004 and VOCA-2018-0063. All points of view
238,000 children are fortunate enough to be heard. Th ey have
in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the
a CASA volunteer – an advocate – at their side. But 400,000 official position of any State or Federal Agency. This project is supported by

others are alone in a bewildering new world, struggling to a grant from the Maryland Judiciary’s Administrative Office of the Courts

“speak up” in a sometimes overburdened system. Some of them number AOC-G20CA0225I.
are too young to articulate their feelings and needs. Young
children in foster care suff er the same grief, doubt and even
fear that troubles older children. You can be their voice and
advocate their cause when, in some cases, there is no one else
to hold that small hand.
in Ridgely
All these children want—and deserve—is a secure, safe and
loving home. This is our goal and the road map with which AFFORDABLE HAIR CARE

every advocate approaches each individual situation. You
can give hope to a child and be the rock to which that lost, Trish Puckett, Stylist & Barber;
and perhaps, lonely little person clings. In many instances, Stylist: Crystal
the CASA is the only stable influence in this child’s or sibling

group’s life. Having already been subjected to abuse or neglect, Cuts – Color – Hi-Lites – Foils
these children need a friend they can count on – someone Perms – Nails – Waxing - Pedicures
who will stand at their side during the most diffi cult time of
their lives.
Sweetheart styles are here!
As a volunteer, you will get to know the child and spend
one-on-one time with him or her. Imagine a smile brightening
a young face when you enter the room and knowing that the Redken
time you spend with this child is appreciated and worthwhile. Crew • OPI Tues.-Fri. 10-7; Sat. 10-3
An advocate paints a picture of the child’s life by talking Sebastian 410-634-9200
to parents and relatives, foster parents, teachers, medical Paul Mitchell 7 N. Central Ave.,
Kenra
professionals, attorneys, social workers and numerous others. Ridgely, MD
CASA volunteers interact with the court on the child’s behalf,
protecting his or her rights and best interests.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life. Th ey’re simply HELP WANTED
people who care about children. We are in particular need

The next CASA Volunteer Training Class
will begin in late April.

For more information or to apply, please contact Amy Horne,
Executive Director of CASA of Caroline at 410-479-8301,
carolinecasa@verizon.net, or visit www.carolinecasa.org.

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