CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates

Quarterly D&N and LLL Gathering
2019-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
May 14, 2019 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Please use The Hanger door for entry and exit
Come and join Case Supervisors, Peer Coordinators, LLL specialists and your fellow advocates as we take time to discuss cases, provide feedback, and offer support. You are not alone! Additionally, we will be celebrating advocates who have closed cases in the last quarter!
Training will be brought to us by Bikers against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) where they will let us know what resources they can offer on CASA cases.
Light snacks will be provided.
Please RSVP to Kate Grondin KatherineG@casappr.org
Thank you!

Thinking Errors
2019-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Marta Puchala, Director of The Family Center, will be giving a training on thinking errors on May 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 at the CASA office. Thinking Errors, also called thought distortions, are a way of thinking that keeps us from having to face uncomfortable truths when making life decisions and relating to others in our day-to-day lives. They are selective ways of dealing with facts that justify our choices. Remember that we all use them. Come learn about thinking errors, how they play a part in the lives of the children/families we serve, and how we can change our own thinking errors to improve our lives. Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org.

Fab'rik Fundraiser for CASA
2019-05-02 17:00 - 20:00 | fab’rik, 5278 North Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, 80918
Join fab’rik Colorado Springs Thursday May 2nd from 5:00pm – 8:00pm for a fundraising event for Casa of the Pikes Peak Region. 20% of sales will be donated to Casa that evening! There will be wine, beer and apps!! Come Shop with Heart that evening!

The Bench 1st Anniversary + CASA fundraiser
2019-04-25 16:00 - 20:00 | The Bench, 424 South Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
The Bench is celebrating it’s 1st anniversary downtown by hosting an event with CASA to help support our “Start With One” program.
There will be a silent auction and they will be collecting donations, as well as donating a portion of their sales for that day. The Bench and Odyssey Gastropub will be providing food, and we will be joined by Angela Rose, CASA’s Executive Director, who will be addressing the attendees.
It costs $1,500 to provide one child with a year of this valuable advocacy. The Bench’s goal is to fund this program for at least three children. So, on its 1st birthday, they’re asking that you spend the evening with celebrating our wonderful community by making it just a little bit better, and helping The Bench, CASA, and the entire Pikes Peak Region “Start With One”.
If you have an item you’d like to donate to the silent auction, or can’t make it on the 25th and still want to donate please contact charlie@thebenchcs.com.

Cultural Excellence through Institutional Diligence
2019-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
There will be a CEID (see below) training here at CASA on April 25 from 1:00-3:00. Presenters are Dr. Regina Lewis, educator and executive coach for The Center for Creative Leadership and Regina Walter, retired judge of the 4th Judicial District and the Executive Director of Educating Children of Color. There is room for 30 people so RSVP as soon as possible.
Cultural Excellence through Institutional Diligence (CEID) Level 1 training is to introduce and provide tools to identify and address unconscious bias. This workshop provides hands on application to approaching, building, and maintaining relationships of mutual respect through an “open-to-learning” process of courageous conversation and civil discourse. By applying the social tools gained through CEID Level 1 training, participants are able to obtain a deeper understanding and a more profound respect for one another while creating an environment to speak openly and honestly.
Please RSVP to katherineg@casappr.org if you are interested in attending this training.

Healing Hearts Gathering
2019-04-24 15:00 - 16:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Do you ever have a heavy heart for the children on your CASA case? Us too. Join us in our first Healing Hearts Gathering to put your CASA child/ren’s name on a heart that we will hang on the Healing Hearts Wall. We will then hold silent space for volunteers to send prayers, good energy, good vibes, thoughts, and hopes to our kiddos whose hearts are healing. All CASA volunteers and staff are welcome. It is an opportunity for our volunteers, Peer Coordinators, and staff to mend our own hearts as well. We will respect everyone’s method of healing/religion/ideologies.
Please RSVP to KatherineG@casappr.org no later than Monday, April 22.

Paint with a Purpose FUNdraiser
2019-04-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Painting With A Twist, 115 North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Paint with a Purpose FUNdraiser at the Painting with a Twist location downtown.
Up to 50% of this class total proceeds will be donated to CASA. There will also be cash raffle prizes in conjunction, and the company will donate 100% of those proceeds to CASA. Reservation required by clicking link below.

Volunteer Informational Session
2019-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Volunteers, we need your help! In order to meet our goal of serving 785 children this year, we need 53 more volunteer advocates by the end of June. We know word of mouth is the best form of advertising, so we’re asking for your help. Please think of your friends or relatives that would make great CASAs and invite them to accompany you to our next Volunteer Info Hour. It is on April 2 from noon to 1:00 and a light lunch will be served. RSVP required to Keri at kerik@casappr.org.

Youth Gender and Sexual Identity In-Service
2019-04-09 16:00 - 18:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
This workshop is designed to help advocates and professionals become frontline resources for LGBTQ+ youth. Through small group activities, large group discussions, and lecture participants will be guided through identifying legal rights and needs for queer youth in the system. Participants will practice forming recommendations in order to apply this information within their communities.

Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org

Colorado CASA Day at the Capitol
2019-04-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Colorado State Capitol
The Colorado CASA 2019 Day At The Capitol is right around the corner! This year’s event will be held on April 2 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The lobbying component from past years has been removed to make this year more of a CASA Appreciation Day. Please stay tuned for a detailed agenda and visit CASA in Colorado on Facebook for updates. Click on the link below to register!

Addiction, Relapse, and Recovery
2019-04-01 16:30 - 18:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join us for the in-service “Addiction, Relapse and Recovery” on April 1. Presenter Alan Cook will be back by popular demand for his third annual substance abuse training at CASA. This takes place in the training room at the CASA office and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org.

CASA Volunteer Informational Hour - North
2019-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Cordera Community Clubhouse, 11894 Grand Lawn Circle, Colorado Springs, CO, 80924, United States
Join us for lunch at the Cordera Community Clubhouse and learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children, or a Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time (SEPT) Facilitator. Find out how YOU can be the voice for a child who is involved in the court system due to abuse, neglect, or domestic violence.
March 19, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Cordera Community Clubhouse
11894 Grand Lawn Circle
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
To attend, an RSVP is required to Uriko at urikos@casappr.org.
Learn about the role and commitment of a CASA or SEPT volunteer, hear seasoned volunteers share their own experiences, and take part in a Q&A session with CASA staff and volunteers.

Motivational Interviewing Techniques
2019-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Please join CASA as we explore motivational interviewing techniques that can be used in working with our youth. This training will explore best practices for communicating with teens as we support them in becoming self-advocates.
When: Tuesday, February 26th from 5:30-7:30PM
Where: CASA Training Room
RSVP to Kate Grondin at katherineg@casappr.org.

Annual Volunteer Meeting
2019-02-12 13:00 - 19:00 | Pikes Peak Hospice, 2250 Tenderfoot Hill St, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906
If you’re a CASA volunteer, please mark your calendar for Feb. 12 and make plans to join CASA Executive Director Angela Rose for CASA’s annual volunteer meeting. Enjoy a coffee, tea, and dessert bar while networking with fellow volunteers and hearing Angela’s “State of CASA” address. For your convenience, there are two meeting times to choose from.
State of CASA Volunteer Meeting
Date: February 12, 2019
Location: Pikes Peak Hospice
Address: 2250 Tenderfoot Hill St., 80906
Times: 1-2 PM or 6-7 PM
Please RSVP to Vondelle Hebert with your chosen time slot at or 719-447-9898 or vondelleh@casappr.org.

SEPT All Facilitator Meeting
2019-01-19 10:00 - 11:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Attention SEPT facilitators! Please join us this Saturday, January 19th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM in the downstairs training room for an all-facilitator meeting!

Human Trafficking and the Pikes Peak Region
2019-01-08 14:00 - 16:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join CASA and the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking for this important training on how human trafficking is impacting our state and region. Learn how advocates and other child welfare professionals can be involved in the response. Snacks will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, Jan. 4 to katherineg@casappr.org.

CASA/DHS Partnership Training
2018-12-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Department of Human Services, 1675 West Garden of the Gods Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80907, United States
Please join CASA as we partner with DHS caseworkers to build our understanding of each other’s roles and responsibilities. A designated question and answer session will be available at the conclusion of the training for both DHS caseworkers and CASA supervisors.
Wednesday, December 19th from 10:00-11:30AM at DHS
Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineH@casappr.org

Subject Matter Resource Panel Discussion
2018-12-12 15:00 - 17:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Each D&N Case Supervisor is also a subject matter resource on a topic that is pertinent to the work of advocacy. Come and connect with a subject matter resource who can help you with the unique components of your case. Subject matter areas include: Addiction, Adolescents, Adult Sex Offenders, Brain Development, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities, Domestic Violence, Educational Needs, Foster Care, Homelessness, Human Trafficking, ICWA, Life Long Links, LGBTQ, Mental Health, Military, Race & Cultural Issues, Residential Treatment Centers, and Substance Abuse.
Light snacks will be provided.
Please RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineG@casappr.org

Quarterly Advocate and Peer Coordinator Gathering
2018-11-16 16:30 - 18:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Come and join Case Supervisors, Peer Coordinators, and your fellow advocates as we take time to discuss cases, provide feedback, and offer support. You are not alone! We will also have a short training topic focused on Adult Attachment Styles.
Light snacks will be provided.
RSVP to Crystal Erickson at CrystalE@casappr.org

Life Long Links In-Service
2018-11-15 17:30 - 20:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
The Life Long Links workshop is designed to give Advocates the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to conduct family and kin-like search, outreach, and engagement for their individual CASA cases. The in-service will discuss the reasons why every child needs a network of caring, committed adults and the process by which a CASA can do this work. It will also demonstrate the ways in which a CASA can play a critical role in ensuring every child achieves relational permanency. It will be facilitated by Jillian Wiker and Rochelle Salmore. To RSVP, please email Kate at katherineg@casappr.org.

Minimum Sufficient Level of Care
2018-11-05 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
A CASA’s main focus is a safe and permanent home for every child, as quickly as possible. The Minimum Sufficient Level of Care is the guiding principle in making recommendations to reach this goal. However, this is a standard that can be difficult to understand and accept at times. Let’s talk about it!
Light snacks will be provided.
RSVP to Kate Grondin at KatherineG@casappr.org

Helping Children Thrive
2018-11-03 09:00 - 12:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
This class is presented by trained CASA Volunteer Bob Sallee and it will draw upon Matthew Kelly’s advice for becoming the best version of yourself, as well as:

Search Institute research on SPARKS (nurturing children’s interests) and Developmental Assets (resources they can use as they grow)

The 5 Love Languages for Children by Gary Chapman, PhD and Ross Campbell, MD; reviewing how children experience and express love

Zimmy’s Guide to All Kids Need A-Z by Zimmy Zimberg

We’ll look at research findings from studies of millions of kids, writings from child/family psychology professionals, and relevant life experiences. You’ll receive resources to help children thrive, whether they are struggling or doing okay; and whether they’re your children or grandchildren, neighbors, friends, or children in out-of-home placement.
Please RSVP to loisg@casappr.org.

CASA/DHS Partnership Training and Panel Discussion
2018-10-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Department of Human Services, 1675 West Garden of the Gods Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80907, United States
Please join CASA as we partner with DHS caseworkers to build our understanding of each other’s roles and responsibilities. A designated question and answer session will be available at the conclusion of the training for both DHS caseworkers and CASA supervisors.
Please RSVP to Katherine Hastings at KatherineH@casappr.org

Human Trafficking and the Pikes Peak Region
2018-10-09 17:30 - 19:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Join CASA and the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking for an important training on how human trafficking is impacting our state and region. Learn how advocates and other child welfare professionals can be involved in the response. Snacks will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, October 5th by emailing katherineh@casappr.org.

Community Campaign Kick Off
2018-10-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Pioneers Museum, 215 South Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
EVERY CHILD SERVED
Please join Mayor Suthers and friends of CASA at the Pioneers Museum as we kick off our Community Campaign to serve EVERY child!
October 3, 2018
5:30 – 7:00
Pioneers Museum
215 South Tejon Street
Beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres
RSVP to Nina Horton at ninah@casappr.org or 719-447-9898 ext. 1042
Or make a campaign donation here.

CASA/DHS Partnership Training and Panel Discussion
2018-10-02 16:00 - 17:30 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States

Quarterly Case Closure Celebration
2018-10-01 11:00 - 12:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
The D&N Team understands the time, commitment, energy, hard work, and focus it takes to see a case through to the end, and we would love the opportunity to thank you and celebrate with you! If you are an Advocate or Peer Coordinator who had a case close in July, August, or September please come join us for a little celebration on Monday, October 1st at 11:00am at the CASA office. Please RSVP to Crystal Erickson at crystale@casappr.org if you are able to join us.

Compassionate Communication
2018-09-28 14:00 - 17:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Peer Coordinator Barry Johnson-Fay and his wife Ellen Johnson-Fay are experienced facilitators of compassionate communication, also known as non-violent communication. This style of communication identifies the universal needs that are common to all human beings and works to give and receive communication in a way that seeks to meet those core needs rather than shame and blame. Better communication equals better outcomes for the children we serve. Please come and learn how you can enhance your communication with children, caregivers, and other professionals. There will certainly be applications to your own personal life as well.
Light snacks will be provided.
RSVP to Kate Hastings at katherineh@casappr.org.

ACES: Adverse Childhood Experiences
2018-09-12 12:30 - 14:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Dr. Nichole Wallace from the Kempe Center will provide an overview of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and the impact this has on our work with children. Dr. Wallace is an expert in her field, so you won’t want to miss this!
Light snacks will be provided. Please RSVP to Crystal Erickson at CrystalE@casappr.org.

Start With One Event
2018-09-05 17:00 - 17:45 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Start With One empowers each and every person in the Pikes Peak Region to make a difference the life of an abused or neglected child. Come get to know the Start With One community and learn how YOU can raise $2,000 to provide an advocate for a single child for a year. Food and drink will be served!
Learn more here: https://www.casappr.org/start-with-one/
