November Advocate Spotlight

1. How long have you been an Advocate?

I have been a CASA volunteer since the end of 2018. I am an active volunteer in many organizations. Upon moving to San Antonio in 2018 I looked for not for profit organizations that would allow my efforts to improve the lives of others. CASA looked to be a perfect fit to accomplish this goal.

2. What is the most rewarding aspect of being an advocate?

Having the time to be able to offer support to CPS and the CASA children is important to me. I am so glad to be able to be a consistent figure in these children’s lives, whether it be spending time with them during our scheduled visits, or being able to help with transportation so that I can be a positive force in their lives. Seeing my CASA kids light up their face with a smile when they see me is such a wonderful feeling!

3. If you could offer some words of encouragement to your fellow and incoming Advocates, what would they be?

Stay with it! With many children it takes time to build a rapport and trust comes very slowly to a child who has been neglected and/or abused. Being able to be one of the few people who can offer consistency in these children’s lives is so extremely important and truly does make a difference in their lives.