Advocate Spotlight: JoAnn & Benny
July Advocate Interview
1. How long have you been an Advocate and when did you realize you wanted to become one?
We became Advocates May 2017. We had been discussing volunteering for an organization since the Fall of 2016. After attending an information session in early 2017 and finding it very positive, we left realizing we decided to make a commitment to volunteer for CASA.
2. What is the most rewarding aspect of being an Advocate?
The most rewarding aspect as an Advocate has been making a real connection with the children, establishing a trusting relationship and offering our support. As our relationships developed, we discovered how important our role is in the lives of these children who have experienced so much trauma in their lives.
3. If you could offer words of encouragement to your fellow and incoming Advocates, what would they be?
Our words of encouragement to any Advocate would be for them to remember that they should never feel as if they are alone throughout their journey as volunteers. We would stress that CASA has many resources to assist them in resolving issues that may come up as they work their case(s). Their CASA Supervisor is always their primary resource. Supervisors are very responsive and always have or can find answers to questions or concerns involving all aspects of the cases. Their guidance and support is always just a phone call away.
Brittany Coppage
CASA Volunteer Advocate, Christina Albert, was appointed to the case. She immediately contacted CPS, then reached out to the grandparents and traveled to visit the children.
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