by CASA | May 16, 2025 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates, Uncategorized
Meet Debbie Willis, a dedicated and compassionate Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 2015. Throughout her career, she has touched the lives of countless foster children, offering them the same support and guidance she once provided to adults during her...
by CASA | Oct 14, 2024 | CASA Blog, Stories, Uncategorized
When Milo was born, his cord blood tested positive for meth. Child and Family Services implemented a voluntary safety plan with Milo’s parents to try and keep him in parents’ care. However, soon after, the parents stopped checking in at the local housing shelter....
by CASA | Sep 17, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates, Uncategorized
Susie Collum, a dedicated CASA advocate and Peer Coordinator, has had a fulfilling journey driven by her passion for working with children. Raised in Billings, she knew from an early age that she wanted to teach primary school children. After earning her teaching...
by CASA | Aug 20, 2024 | CASA Blog, Uncategorized
Debbie Richert’s journey into the world of child advocacy spans an impressive 30-year career in early childhood, preschool, and K-12 educational programs. Throughout her extensive experience, she encountered CASA volunteers and witnessed firsthand the profound...
by CASA | Jun 10, 2024 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates, Uncategorized
Meet Maggie Chandler, a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for three years. Passionate about helping others and lending a hand where needed, Maggie has also volunteered for the YWCA and the Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch. Knowing that she wanted to contribute...
by CASA | May 9, 2023 | Stories, Uncategorized
Kyla was fourteen years old when she came into foster care. Her mom was arrested for physically assaulting her partner. Kyla tried to stop the violence and ended up getting punched in the face. Due to several outstanding warrants and the most recent assault, Kyla’s...
