CASA F.A.M.
Court Appointed Special Advocate: Fresno and Madera
The Voice That Empowers Foster Youth
Hosted By: Diane O'Canto
Mission: CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties trains volunteers as Court Appointed Special Advocates to be a guiding voice empowering vulnerable children and youth in foster care to reach their full potential in life.
The World Needs More Heroes
Welcome to the CASA F.A.M Podcast, where you will hear in-depth stories of Heroes of Hope, Foster Youth, and how we can create change. Tune in every other Tuesday for insight on how to become a part of the solution
Interested in becoming an advocate?
No superpowers are required. Just a powerful voice to speak up for children and youth in foster care.
You form strong bonds through outings, spending time together, and listening. When these children face challenges in life or in court, you can be there with kindness, support, and hope for the future. Become a voice for the voiceless.
Become a CASA Hero of Hope!
Website: https://www.casafresnomadera.org/become-an-advocate/
Instagram: @casafresno_madera
CASA F.A.M.
Episode 5: Everything Happens For a Reason Ft. Board Member Ben Torchia & Kara Torchia
Sometimes life will test you, but remember this: When you walk up a mountain, your legs get stronger!
In today’s episode, CASA Board Member, Ben Torchia, and his wife, Kara Torchia, discuss their transition from being the parents of three to six children. The Torchia’s felt a call to give back to something greater than themselves, which led them to adopt three of their children. They touch on the challenges they’ve faced and some of the wins along the way.
Attachment styles refer to the way in which an individual relates to other people. The style of attachment is formed at the very beginning of life, and once established, it is a style that stays with you into adulthood. Attachment styles affect how you relate in intimate relationships and in how you parent your children.
Many children in the foster care system develop insecure attachment styles due to their abuse and/or neglect, which ultimately affects the way they relate to others as adults. CASA stresses the importance of providing one consistent adult in a foster child’s life to help guide them through life’s challenges. Unfortunately, in foster care, not every story is a success story. Understanding that not everyone has the capacity to foster or adopt, becoming a CASA advocate allows you to give back and provide foster youth with tools to empower their voice. Become a Hero of Hope, help support foster youth, and create change.
Book Recommendations:
The Worry-Free Parent
The Body Keeps Score
Reclaim Compassion
Resources:
Empowered to Connect
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