CASA free lunch event is today
In 2016, CASA served 400 North Idaho children removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect last year. In just Shoshone County, 35 children from 23 families were advocated for by CASA.
“In a small community, such as those in the Silver Valley, chances are these families are neighbors, co-workers, or have children who are friends with yours,” explained KJ Torgerson, CEO for CASA. “These families are not unknown. They are suffering and the innocent child victims need a voice and support.”
CASA provides court-appointed Advocates for child victims removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. They investigate the circumstances of the child’s case, prepare reports to the courts, and make recommendations to the judge for needed services. They serve as the child’s voice in court and ultimately, help them find a safe and permanent homes.
CASA is holding its second Silver Valley awareness event, the Ray of Hope lunch, today from noon to 1 p.m. at the Shoshone Medical Outreach Center. The program will feature a presentation, for the very first time, of the testimony of a former CASA child.
“While this brave young lady will forever maintain the imprint of her difficult past,” said Erin Cunningham, CASA Shoshone County Supervisor, “Her strength and resilience is already leading her towards a future of reducing the cycle of abuse.”
The event will also feature the many partners in our community working with children to prevent or recover from child abuse.
CASA’s vision is to ensure that every child in the five northern counties of Idaho lives in a safe, healthy and nurturing family environment. CASA relies on the contributions from the many generous individuals and corporations of Shoshone County to support local children in need of an Advocate.
The Shoshone Medical Outreach Center is located at 11 Country Club Lane, Pinehurst. The lunch is free.
For more information, please contact CASA at (208) 667-9165. To RSVP for the lunch, visit www.NorthIdahoCASA.com/ 2017roh or call the office.