Learn how to protect children from child sexual abuse Stewards of Children, created by Darkness to Light, is the only nationally available adult program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child protective behaviors. This evidence informed training will give you the tools you need to prevent, identify, and react responsibly to child sexual… Read More »Community Training: Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children

Prevent+Ed is hosting a Substance Use Health and Resource Fair on Saturday, 6/18/2022 from 10AM to 2PM at the Franklin County Family Resource Center. They will have resources available, as well as, food and activities.  

During this training, attendees will learn about ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences), the impact trauma can have on children throughout their lives, and how trauma correlates with substance use. Attendees will hear about actionable steps to take to avoid re-traumatization and help identify/refer individuals experiencing the effects of trauma. Anyone is welcome to attend, but there… Read More »Community Training: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Trauma, and Substance Use Training

If you are a recent graduate looking for more training on Optima, or an existing volunteer who would like an Optima recap, feel free to join us. We will discuss contact logs, document entries, placement history, etc. Please RSVP to Lynne@casamideastmo.org by 6/21/2022.

Ashley will be attending the 2022 National CASA Conference in Seattle June 4th-7th. Attend her recap on 6/29/22 to learn about the various workshops, presenters and experiences that this year's conference offered. This recap will be held via Zoom.

Our July CASA Book Club selection is What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey. The discussion meeting for this book is scheduled for Monday, 7/18/22 at 5:30PM. RSVP to ashley@casamideastmo.org

Come meet Caitlin Zelch and learn more about the resources she offers through Essential Concepts! Their mission is to empower parents and families by providing resources and education to enrich the quality of life and relationships.

Angie is holding our quarterly Fostering Futures Recap training on Wednesday, 7/27/22 at 6:00PM. RSVP to Angie@FranklinCountyCASA.com!  

First State Community Bank has teamed up with Franklin County CASA to offer a Banking Fun Night on Thursday 7/28/2022 from 5:30-7:30PM! Please RSVP by 7/25/2022. See flyer below for more details.

Fellow CASA Volunteer, Megan Maurer, is the Assistant Director for Scenic Regional Library. On Wednesday, 8/31/22 at 2PM, Megan will share what resources, events and opportunities the library can offer you and the youth you work with. This in-service will be held at the Union Library Branch. Please RSVP to ashley@casamideastmo.org by 8/24/22!

Visit our booth at the Women in Agriculture event at White Mule Winery on Thursday, 9/8/22 at 3PM.

CALLING ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS! Have you ever wondered how YOU can help kids in the foster care system without fostering? Consider being a respite provider!