CASA of New York State

Report finds one third of New York’s foster parents struggling with lost jobs/pay cuts due to pandemic. Train to become a CASA Volunteer and see how you can help. #CASAkids https://www.einnews.com//fostering-new-york-s-children-dur

CASA, Children and a Time of Crisis - https://mailchi.mp//casa-children-and-a-time-of-crisis-644

Put youth in the driver’s seat to give them a better future after foster care. #NationalAdoptionMonth. #YouthVoice #casa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0IYXNeNxyY&feature=emb_logo

Remote schooling during the pandemic is taking its toll. The dramatic drop in reports of child abuse and neglect is largely the result of teachers not seeing students in person or communicating with them at all in many cases. Teachers account for about a quarter of reports to children’s services; the lack of in-person schooling means that more kids are left in dangerous situations for longer. #casakids https://www.city-journal.org/toll-of-remote-schooling-on-vu

If you are looking for a lovely gift for that special someone, proceeds from sales of the Stronger Together necklace will benefit Jewelers for Children, an initiative of the jewelry industry that, since 1999, has donated nearly $57 million to programs benefiting children whose lives have been affected by illness, abuse or neglect. https://instoremag.com/gabriel-stronger-together-necklace-/

There is a new initiative in NYC. Parents with experience dealing with the foster care system will advise and support parents aiming to be reunified with their children. The goal is for parent advocates to be a resource for anyone dealing with the foster care system. https://www.nynmedia.com//nyc-launches-pilot-expand-use-pa

November is National Adoption Month. Youth voice should be an everyday way of life. Become a CASA volunteer and take time to listen and learn to help youth in foster care find their forever family. #NationalAdoptionMonth #YouthVoice

Fall 2020 Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/casanys/fall-2020-newsletter

Coming up later this month. Based on a study conducted by ACS in New York City.

Good news for foster children in New York: New York State to ban face-down restraining holds. The proposed statewide regulations are part of an ongoing transformation of the child welfare system that recognizes the trauma youth have experienced who are in the care of programs we license and certify, said Monica Mahaffey, an OCFS spokesperson. Adoption of these regulations will codify our focus on crisis de-escalation and non-physical interventions, she added. CASA adds, "Here, here!" #fosterchildren https://www.thecity.nyc//new-york-state-ban-face-down-rest

#IVoted2020 It's GO time. Today is the last day to let your voice be heard. If you have any questions or are having trouble voting you can contact the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE or go to their website at https://866ourvote.org/

Early voting in New York ended today. If you are voting in person tomorrow, be prepared: -Check your voting location and requirements in advance because they may have changed due to COVID-19. -Verify your voter registration information is correct in advance of reporting to the polling location. -Contact your local or state election office for additional information for voters with disabilities. -Make sure you have all necessary documents to avoid delays at the polling locatio...n. -If possible, complete any registration forms prior to arriving at the polling location. -Where possible, review or complete a sample ballot at home to speed the process of casting your ballot at the polling location. -Bring your own black ink pen. -Bring a stylus or similar object for use with touchscreen voting machines. Check with poll workers before using. #vote2020 See more

Happy Halloween!

Know What’s on the Ballot Knowing what’s on your ballot can help you make important decisions when it’s time to vote. Your ballot will include presidential candidates, and may also include candidates for local positions and measures that shape your community. Your voice matters. #vote2020

2020 is the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment, granting women the right to vote. Don’t let our foremothers work be in vain. Vote #vote2020 #democracy #womenvote

There is only one week left for your voice to be heard. Early voting in New York is open from Oct 24 - Nov 1. Hours may vary by location. Find a location to vote early or vote at a polling place on Election Day, Nov 3. #vote2020 #democracy

#vote2020 #democracy

Early voting began this weekend in New York. Get out your vote! #Vote2020

Thank you, from CASA of New York State. Know that you matter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkDNp4ATCso

CASANYS congratulates CASA of New York City for being awarded The Promising Practices Spotlight Award by National CASA for its Youth Leadership Council program. This award highlights a successful, replicable practice that exemplifies creativity in a program’s pursuit to provide that quality advocacy. The Youth Leadership Council is an innovative project that engages and empowers youth who have experienced foster care to use their voices to advocate for improvements in child welfare services. These youth are involved in the CASA program’s training, strategic planning and program practices, providing unique insights that better position the program to support youth in foster care. Congratulations CASA-NYC! #casa https://nationalcasagal.org/national-casa-gal-announces-20/