Think of the holiday season. For most people, happy memories and being surrounded by loved ones come to mind. For children in the foster care system, it can be a harsh reminder of what is missing – family. There are more than 13,000 children in Arizona spending the holidays away from their … [Read more...] about There is No Place Like Hope for the Holidays
Felicia Bicknell
CASA Celebrates 35 Years of Changing Children’s Lives
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) have been standing up for children in Arizona’s foster care system for 35 years. CASA of Arizona volunteers are everyday people who get to know the kids they are appointed to, talk with everyone involved in the case, and help judges identify the best outcome … [Read more...] about CASA Celebrates 35 Years of Changing Children’s Lives
CASA Volunteers Making a Difference in Child Abuse
Have you ever read a horrific story of child abuse and wondered what to do? Instead of passive despair, let the tragic incident serve as a galvanizing call to action for us all to commit to ending abuse and securing the safety and future of every child in Coconino County. We can make a difference … [Read more...] about CASA Volunteers Making a Difference in Child Abuse
Raising Awareness About Domestic Violence
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of an issue that affects every community, and a time to commit to doing something to help support and heal victims—especially the youngest victims. While domestic violence is defined as a pattern of behavior that one … [Read more...] about Raising Awareness About Domestic Violence
