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 23: Beyond the System: Guiding Foster Youth to Independence with Lorin Dias
Aging out of foster care is a life-altering transition, and without the right support, many young adults face overwhelming challenges. In this episode, we sit down with Lorin Dias, CASA’s City Center Program Coordinator, to explore how CASA and City Center are working together to break cycles, provide essential resources, and guide system-impacted youth toward independence.
Lorin shares their personal journey into this work, the harsh realities foster youth face when they turn 18, and the biggest misconceptions about life after foster care. We also dive into:
✨ The biggest struggles foster youth face when aging out of the system
✨ How CASA and City Center work together to provide housing, job support, and essential resources
✨ The emotional toll of this work and how Lorin stays motivated
✨ Heartfelt success stories of foster youth overcoming obstacles
✨ How the community can step up to better support system-impacted young adults
This conversation is filled with heart, impact, and hope—don’t miss it! 🎙️
City Center Website: Here
Contact Lorin: Here
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