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. Concerned for Milo’s safety, Child and Family Services intervened and took custody of the fragile infant. At the time of his removal, his parents were struggling with substance use and homelessness, and domestic violence was prevalent in their relationship.
Milo was first placed with a foster family as Child and Family Services searched for a suitable family member to care for him. He soon received a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) to advocate for his needs and best interests. Milo’s new CASA immediately began visiting him and familiarizing herself with his case. Fortunately, Milo’s maternal great-grandmother, who lived in Wyoming, volunteered to take care of him while his parents worked towards recovery. Despite the challenge of Milo being out of town, his CASA made frequent visits to check on his safety, health, and growth. His great-grandmother, already raising Milo’s 7-year-old cousin, quickly adjusted to having another young child in the house, providing him with safety and stability.
Now, a year into the case, Milo is a healthy, happy 1-year-old who, according to his CASA, is starting to walk and has three new teeth. His CASA has been a constant source of support for both Milo and his great-grandmother, tirelessly advocating for his best interests in the courtroom and community. The current plan is for Milo to remain with his great-grandmother under guardianship. His CASA looks forward to watching Milo grow and thrive throughout his childhood.
