CASA News
Swearing In – Are You Ready to Become a CASA?
Congratulations to our newest group of advocates that were sworn in by Judge Stephen Howard on May 29th! Swearing in means so much to those who have completed training and are ready to be assigned to a case so they can advocate for a child in Larimer County. Swearing in occurs when potential volunteers have…
Read More about Swearing In – Are You Ready to Become a CASA?Brush Up!
During a Saturday morning visitation, while the family finished their breakfast of pancakes and orange juice, the children told their Dad that they brought their toothbrushes and had one for him too! Dad showed the children how to brush every surface of their teeth, they laughed at the toothpaste around their mouths and made funny…
Read More about Brush Up!Light of Hope 2019
Light of Hope Recap The 2019 Light of Hope Community Breakfast for CASA of Larimer County was a huge success thanks to our event committee, speakers, table captains, volunteers, and our amazing sponsors! Over 360 guests registered to attend the event. Together this group raised over $90,000 with the day of gifts, pledges, and company…
Read More about Light of Hope 2019Some Stories are Hard to Hear
Viewer Discretion Advised: Content is not suitable for younger audiences. During the month of April, we strive to bring awareness of child abuse in our own community and provide ways for our local citezens to get involved. The phrase “child abuse and neglect” can often feel like jargon words. Understanding that these words can mean…
Read More about Some Stories are Hard to HearFirst Group of 2019 CASA Volunteers Sworn In
On Thursday, February 21st, 16 new CASA volunteers were sworn in by Judge Stephen Howard at the Larimer County Justice Center. Many families and friends were present as these individuals took an oath to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable children. After completing a preference sheet identifying what type of case they would like…
Read More about First Group of 2019 CASA Volunteers Sworn InOttercares Closed2Open Event Benefits Harmony House
On Thursday, February 21st, Otter Products closed its doors to open their hearts to Harmony House. They did so in parternership with the OtterCares Foundation, the charitable arm of Otter Products. Established in 2010, OtterCares believes that one young and inspired mind can change the world. They are champions of innovative education that inspires youth…
Read More about Ottercares Closed2Open Event Benefits Harmony HouseA Promise to Return
It was their “get to know you” meeting, and Bob thought that he was probably as nervous as Todd, the young man he had chosen to advocate for. Todd’s Foster Parents had invited him to their house for dinner, and Bob wasn’t sure what to expect from the evening. After the family had finished the…
Read More about A Promise to ReturnA Perfect Gentleman
It was their very first visit, and Jan was a bit nervous about the plans she had made to take Chase to the library, as his Foster Mom had informed her that he had been in time-out at school 16 times that week! Jan was pleasantly surprised by his behavior during their time together. Chase…
Read More about A Perfect GentlemanA Team For Brie
Brie knew that her Mom wasn’t taking the medicine that the Doctor gave her, because she was acting funny and talking really fast. One night she woke her from her bed and told her that they were in danger and had to leave right away. Brie was afraid and started to cry as her Mom…
Read More about A Team For BrieNew Staff: Meet Jennifer Entner
For as far back as she can remember, Jennifer Entner has been a strong advocate for children. Having earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Colorado State University, she spent most of her professional career with non-profits focusing on children’s causes, such as the Namaqua Center and the Children’s Foundation. Jennifer has been a…
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