Porter County CASA

05/07/2025

Looking for something for the kids to do over the summer? Check out this link for a variety of local summer activities including summer camps!🌞

The Valparaiso Community Schools has made a commitment to excellence. Parents and community members are invited to reinforce this commitment by being involved in the schools and working together with faculty and staff to provide the best educational opportunities for all Valparaiso students.

05/01/2025

A big shoutout to our DCS partners for making our recent lunch and learn so impactful! Our CASA volunteers appreciated the opportunity to learn directly from the FCMs doing the work every day. 💙 Also big thanks to FCM Josey M. and her husband, Gill, for the incredible homemade tacos and sides! 😋

04/29/2025

April may be Child Abuse Prevention Month, but the work doesn’t stop here. CASA volunteers walk alongside children every day offering stability, advocacy, and hope.

Not everyone can be a CASA, but everyone can do something.

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💙 Attend a volunteer info session
💙 Talk to your community about what kids need to thrive

Let’s keep the momentum going. When we all do our part, kids feel the difference!

04/23/2025

Thank You, CASA Volunteers! This word cloud holds more than just names. It holds stories of compassion, courage, and unwavering dedication. Each name represents someone who has shown up for a child in need with strength, empathy, and heart.

This Volunteer Appreciation Week, we honor you. Your advocacy changes lives, your presence brings hope, and your commitment inspires us all.💙

04/21/2025

Every small act of care helps build a safer world for kids.

Reading a book to a child. Asking a teen how their day really went. Supporting a foster family in your community. Donating to programs that center children's well-being.

Child abuse prevention isn’t just about what we stop, it’s about what we create: safety, connection, and a sense of belonging. 💙

04/15/2025

Sometimes, a child’s behavior is telling us more than their words. Withdrawal, sudden changes in mood, or struggles in school can all be signs that something isn’t right. While we may not always know what’s happening behind the scenes, showing up with kindness, patience, and consistency can make a world of difference.💙

04/10/2025

For children in foster care, sibling relationships can be a vital source of comfort, identity, and stability. But these bonds can be disrupted due to placement challenges or safety concerns.

At CASA, we know how important it is to protect those connections. Our volunteers advocate for the best interests of children—including helping ensure sibling relationships are honored and supported whenever possible.

To every CASA volunteer and community member working to keep siblings connected—thank you! Your voice matters.💙

04/07/2025

Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and valued. But for kids who have experienced abuse or neglect, just one consistent, caring adult can make all the difference. Research shows that a strong relationship with a trusted adult is one of the most important factors in helping children heal and thrive.✨

Take a moment to think about an adult who made a difference in your life. Imagine the impact we can have when we show up for kids who need that same support. 💙

04/04/2025

Every child deserves a safe and supportive environment to grow and thrive. This month, we’re raising awareness about the role each of us can play in protecting children and strengthening families.

Throughout April, we’ll be sharing ways to take action—big and small—to help create a world where all children feel safe, valued, and heard. Stay tuned, get involved, and help us spread the word.

Because prevention starts with all of us. 💙

04/03/2025

We love hearing why our CASAs volunteer for children in need! ❤

03/27/2025

From the article: "While preventing adverse childhood experiences remains crucial, fostering positive experiences is equally important, Bethell says. 'It implicates all of us because those positive experiences happen in our communities, schools, and homes,' she says. “Even if we can’t make the negative go away, we should never underestimate the power of our care and nurturance."

We couldn't agree more! ❤

Adversity in childhood can affect our health later in life. But positive childhood experiences also have a profound impact.