CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates

Virtual Volunteer Information Session
2020-10-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | CO
CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children.
We offer virtual volunteer information sessions, virtual volunteer trainings, and virtual swearing-in ceremonies.
Please join us over Zoom for a virtual Volunteer Information Session to learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region.
During the information session, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers, find our what they do and how they make a difference, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
This info session will be held on Zoom. To receive the login information, please RSVP with the form below.

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CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Your Name*What county in Colorado do you live in?El PasoTellerOtherWhich Orientation do you want to attend?*CHOOSE ONE OF THESEOrientation at CASA on August 5Teller County Lunch & Learn on August 12Virtual Orientation on August 15Virutal Orientation on August 18Orientation at CASA on August 27Orientation at CASA on September 1Coffee with CASA in Northgate on September 9Virtual Orientation on September 12Orientation at CASA on September 16Virtual Orientation on September 28Orientation at CASA on October 1Virtual Orientation on October 10Orientation at CASA on October 13Virtual Orientation on October 22Please list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*

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Virtual Volunteer Information Session
2020-10-01 11:30 - 12:30 | CO
CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children.
We offer virtual volunteer information sessions, virtual volunteer trainings, and virtual swearing-in ceremonies.
Please join us over Zoom for a virtual Volunteer Information Session to learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region.
During the information session, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers, find our what they do and how they make a difference, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
Please email Keri Kahn at kerik@casappr.org to let her know you will attend and she will send you the Zoom meeting ID and password.

Virtual Volunteer Information Session
2020-09-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-09-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2020-08-25 13:30 - 14:30, 2020-08-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-07-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2020-07-17 11:00 - 12:00 | CO
CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children.
We offer virtual volunteer information sessions, virtual volunteer trainings, and virtual swearing-in ceremonies.

Please join us over Zoom for a virtual Volunteer Information Session to learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region.
During the information session, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers, find our what they do and how they make a difference, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
Please email Uriko Stout at urikos@casappr.org to let her know you will attend and she will send you the Zoom meeting ID and password.

Helping Children Thrive
2020-05-18 10:00 - 11:30 | CO
Below you will find a great opportunity for experiencing a presentation on working with your CASA children on motivation and engagement, especially during this stressful period in their lives. Helping Children Thrive will be an interactive Zoom presentation held in two 90 minute sessions on May 18th and May 19th, from 10:00 to 11:30 presented by Bob Sallee, CASA volunteer.
If you are interested please respond via email directly to robert.sallee@gmail.com to register for this training. He looks forward to hearing from you.
HELPING CHILDREN THRIVE
How can you help children thrive? Helping Children Thrive introduces research-based findings and strategies for CASA Volunteers to use and share with parents and caregivers wanting to help children reach their full potential, whether the children are struggling or doing okay. The class will be presented using ZOOM video-teleconferencing in two interactive 90-minute sessions. Students will be asked to select one child to focus on during the class to facilitate discussion.
This class examines 1) Helping children become the best version of themselves, 2) identifying and nurturing children’s interests, 3) developmental assets that correlate with thriving, 4) the need for children to experience unconditional love and examining how children express love and experience feeling loved, and 5) things all kids need while growing up. We’ll look at research findings from studies of three million students, draw from writings of child/family psychology professionals, and share relevant life experiences about our work with children in out-of-home placement.
Resources will be provided to facilitate applying the concepts we discuss to our work advocating for children and sharing them with the children’s caregivers.
The class is presented by Bob Sallee, former foster parent, CASA volunteer and Peer Coordinator. Bob will be available 30 minutes before each session to familiarize participants with ZOOM who have limited experience using it.
Course completion certificates and three hours of continuing education credit will be provided.

Volunteer Information Session
2020-03-11 11:30 - 13:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join us on March 11 at the CASA office and learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region. You’ll hear from seasoned volunteers and CASA staff members and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
So that we order enough food, an RSVP is required. Please email Uriko Stout at urikos@casappr.org to let her know you’ll attend.

In Her Shoes In-Service
2020-03-09 17:00 - 19:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
How does the world look from another’s perspective – particularly from the view of a woman who is experiencing violence? In Her Shoes allows us to temporarily experience life as a woman experiencing violence. It is an interactive, educational exercise used in a workshop setting to help us connect to the day-to-day reality for women experiencing violence, deepen our empathy and compel us to take action.
RSVP to Kate at katherineg@casappr.org

Coffee With CASA
2020-03-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Cafe Leo, 320 West Midland Ave., Woodland Park, 80863, United States
Join us at Cafe Leo in Woodland Park on March 9 to learn what it means to be a CASA volunteer for an abused or neglected child in Teller County. CASA staff will be available to answer all of your questions during this casual, drop-in event.
Want to learn about our volunteer opportunities ahead of time? Check out this webpage.

320 W Midland Ave, Woodland Park, CO 80863

CASA-wide Volunteer Impact Event
2020-03-02 17:30 - 19:00 | broadmoor community church, 315 Lake Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, 80906
Calling all D&N Advocates, SEPT Facilitators, The Hanger Volunteers, Life Long Links Volunteers, and Milton Foster Children’s Fund Volunteers!

Save the date for March 2 and join us at Broadmoor Community Church (315 Lake Ave.) from 5:30 – 7:00 PM for our annual volunteer meeting.

We will hear from Executive Director Angela Rose as she shares the impact CASA has had in the community over the last year. You will also be able to complete your annual Mandatory Reporter Training and enjoy dessert as we celebrate the incredible accomplishments of this organization. We love our volunteers and are so grateful for the passion you bring to your work! You are making an impact!

Please click here to RSVP now.

Support Group for Advocates Working with Teens
2020-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
What: Does your CASA case keep you up at night? We are hosting a support group for volunteers aimed at advocates who work with teens, but all are welcome. We will also form concrete strategies for each advocate on their case(s). Hope to see you there!
Where: CASA Legacy Room
When: Wednesday, February 19 from 5 PM – 6:00 PM
Please RSVP to Kate at Katherineg@casappr.org
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Volunteer Information Session
2020-01-10 11:00 - 12:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join us for a light lunch on January 10 at the CASA office and learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region. You’ll hear from seasoned volunteers and CASA staff members and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our lunch event!
So that we order enough food, an RSVP IS REQUIRED. Please email Uriko Stout at urikos@casappr.org to let her know you’ll attend.

Life Long Links Workshop
2019-12-09 17:30 - 20:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Does your CASA child have caring adults (who are not paid to be there) providing support and love? Does your CASA child know his family history and “where he/she comes from”? Is there a solid back-up plan for your CASA child if the current plan fails? Who will come to his/her school performances or graduation? The Life Long Links in-service will help you think more deeply about the value of connections, how to research and organize information, and how to get started with doing outreach to possible connections/reconnections. If your CASA child could benefit from this type of active advocacy, please join us on the 9th. We would love to see you! Please RSVP to Katherine Grondin at Katherineg@casappr.org.

Minimum Sufficient Level of Care In Service
2019-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Minimum Sufficient Level of Care and Engagement vs. Enmeshment November 18 from 4:00-6:00.
Please enter and exit through The Hanger door

Minimum Sufficient Level of Care (MSLC) is a vague standard by which it is determined if children can be returned home. The standard is sometimes confusing, but the bottom line is always about safety and protection. Engagement vs. Enmeshment is something advocates often struggle with in determining how to relate to the children and families we serve. Learn the difference between the two and pointers to stay on track.
Please join Michael Maestas and Lois Gracz for this two-for-one training experience
RSVP to Kate Grondin KatherineG@casappr.org

Fostering Futures
2019-11-16 08:30 - 16:30 | CO
Fostering Futures
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The Fostering Futures program engages CASA volunteers as advocates for and advisors to foster youth ages 14 – 21. The program is built around the framework of helping youth identify supportive, lifelong adult connections, and to develop specific plans for their transition to become independent, successful adults. A key principle of the training and work with older youth is the “possible selves” model to help young people achieve their full potential. This training will arm you with the unique tools and knowledge to connect with and work with youth in our system.
Unlike previous years, this training will be offered bi-annually instead of quarterly, so please do not hesitate to join us!
RSVP to Kate Grondin KatherineG@casappr.org

Shop with Heart Fundraiser at fab'rik
2019-11-07 17:00 - 20:00 | University Village, 5278 North Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO
Join style lovers and CASA supporters alike at fab’rik in University Village this Thursday, November 7 for a CASA fundraiser! 20% of all sales between 5 and 9 PM will be donated to CASA of the Pikes Peak Region!

Teens: Healthy Relationships, Sex, Pregnancy and Resources
2019-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
As CASAs, we often end up in a mentor-like role with our teens and they come to us with all kinds of topics. Come find out how to encourage healthy relationships, how to talk about boundaries/sex and what resources are offered in El Paso County for pregnancy and the like. Please enter and exit through The Hanger Door
RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineG@casappr.org

D&N Volunteer Gathering
2019-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
All Advocates, Peer Coordinators, and Life Long Links Specialists are invited to this gathering on October 16 in the CASA Training Room.
We will have two Chaffee representatives present in the first hour to discuss the additional resources that are to be made available to youth in care and emancipating youth. We will also celebrate those who have closed cases, network with eachother, and finally have snacks of course! Please RSVP to Kate at katherineg@casappr.org.
Please enter and exit through The Hanger Door

Light of Hope North
2019-10-16 12:30 - 13:30 | Wedgewood Weddings Black Forest, CO, United States
8th Annual Light of Hope North
October 16, 2019
12:30 – 1:30
Wedgewood Black Forest
12375 Black Forest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908

Congregate Care Panel
2019-10-07 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Do you have a young person placed in a group home or residential treatment center? If so, please join us for a panel discussion. This session will be facilitated by experts who currently work or have worked in a congregate care setting. They will discuss level systems, how access to a youth varies in these settings, what services are available to youth, and will be available for questions.
Please enter and exit through The Hanger Door
RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineG@casappr.org

Teller County Volunteer Information Hour
2019-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 | CASA’s Teller County Office, 400 W. Hwy 24 Suite 225, Woodland Park, CO, 80863, United States
Join us for a light lunch on September 27 at the CASA’s Teller County office in Woodland Park and learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child in Teller County. You’ll hear from seasoned volunteers and CASA staff members and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.

If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our lunch event!

So that we order enough food, an RSVP IS REQUIRED. Please email Uriko Stout at urikos@casappr.org to let her know you’ll attend.

Resource Exchange & Intellectual Developmental Disabilities
2019-09-25 16:00 - 17:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Learn about how to best advocate for a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We will review what these challenges look like, different resources and programs offered, and how to access community resources to help support the child with ongoing needs. A representative from DHS and The Resource Exchange will also be present to review how these children come into their system and how they are supported during their open cases. Please bring any and all questions as this would be a great opportunity to have them answered!
Please enter and exit through The Hanger Door
RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineG@casappr.org

Light of Hope Teller
2019-09-25 07:30 - 08:30 | Shining Mountain Golf Course, 100 Shining Mountain Ln, Woodland Park, CO, 80863, United States
2nd Annual LIGHT of HOPE TELLER
CASA of the Pikes Peak Region is excited to return to the Shining Mountain Golf Course for the second annual Light of Hope Teller fundraising event! Make plans to join us on September 25 for an inspirational presentation by one of our CASA volunteers who worked diligently to change the life of an abused and neglected child in our community.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Shining Mountain Golf Course
100 Shining Mountain Lane
Woodland Park, CO

Registration is open now for you – or your table of eight – by clicking here. You may also register by contacting Jill Cheetham at jillc@casappr.org or 719-447-9898 x1026. Sponsorship opportunities are also available!

We look forward to seeing you!

Teller County Meet and Greet
2019-09-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Woodland Professional Building, 400 W. Midland Ave., Woodland Park, CO, 80866, United States
Many of you have heard that we hired Woodland Park resident Kari Dimmick as CASA’s new Teller County Program Manager. Well now is your chance to meet her! If you’re a volunteer or resident from Teller County, you are invited to a Meet and Greet.

Thursday, September 12th
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Woodland Professional Building #225
400 W. Midland Ave.
Woodland Park, CO 80866

You will have the opportunity to meet Kari and to learn about the Dependency & Neglect and Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time Programs in Teller County. Light refreshments will be provided and an RSVP is requested to Kari at karid@casappr.org by Tuesday, September 10th.

Optima Training for Peer Coordinators and Advocates
2019-09-11 10:00 - 11:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Our new database is live! This web based system allows Advocates and Peer Coordinators to access case information, enter case notes, and track training and volunteer hours remotely. Come and learn about this user-friendly and intuitive new platform. We will be hosting several training sessions this Summer and Fall on different days of the week and different time-frames in order to get everyone up to speed.
Date: Wednesday, September 11
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Location: CASA office
Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org.

Optima Training for Advocates and Peer Coordinators
2019-08-30 09:00 - 10:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Our new database is live! This web based system allows Advocates and Peer Coordinators to access case information, enter case notes, and track training and volunteer hours remotely. Come and learn about this user-friendly and intuitive new platform. We will be hosting several training sessions this Summer and Fall on different days of the week and different time-frames in order to get everyone up to speed.
Date: Friday, 8/30
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Location: CASA office
Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org.

Volunteer Information Hour
2019-08-27 12:00 - 13:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join us for a light lunch on August 27 at the CASA office and learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region. You’ll hear from seasoned volunteers and CASA staff members and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our lunch event!
So that we order enough food, an RSVP IS REQUIRED. Please email Uriko Stout at urikos@casappr.org to let her know you’ll attend.
