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Spring CASA training begins in late April.

A CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) works with a child or youth who has experienced abuse and/or neglect and who has an open case in dependency court.

A CASA provides encouragement, care, and support to a child while gathering information for the court about what is in the child’s best interest.

Potential CASAs are thoroughly screened and background checked and participate in a 35-hour training, with guidance and support provided by CASA staff.

CASAs can also opt to work with teens on probation or other youth, not in the court system but in need of additional adult support.

For more information or to start the application process, contact Melinda at melinda@caofnc.org or visit www.considerCASA.com.

March CSN Meeting

Come gather via Zoom and hear from local resources regarding the childcare landscape in Nevada County. The meeting will focus on various needs, information, data, resources, and more regarding childcare in Nevada County.

Bright Futures for Youth – Male Mentors

We’re looking for men to become mentors and connect with middle-school boys in our community. Small moments can make a big difference in the lives of boys. That’s the goal of a new NEO Youth Center pilot program. We’re holding an informational meeting 6 p.m. Wed. March 26 at the NEO Youth Center at Bright Futures for Youth, 200 Litton Drive in Grass Valley, first floor. We need at least 10 men to lead the way. So, come on.

The Nevada County Diaper Project is partnering with Interfaith Food Ministries. We are optimizing buying power by collaborating on the purchase of a pallet of diapers.

For now, if your organization needs diapers, please visit IFM, or coordinate with Venus of Phil for pick up.

April CSN Meeting

Come gather at The Madelyn Helling Library located at 980 Helling Way, Nevada City, CA 95959 in the Community Room.  The meeting topic is Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Awareness Month which will include various panelist from our community.