Throughout the year members of the Valparaiso High School, Varsity girls dance team, better known as the Valpo Vikettes, receive bountiful amounts of spirit wear from their parents, especially as gifts around the holidays. Spirit wear is anything that screams …
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Proving once again that there is certainly no shortage of good news in Northwest Indiana, Ideas In Motion Media was thrilled to present their 7th annual Good Life Awards event, honoring those individuals and non-profit organizations who work tirelessly …
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Over the years, Mike Fish has become a huge proponent for the CASA family, as he takes time out of his incredibly full schedule as an attorney to work with broken families in the community. “I’ve been working with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) …
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To celebrate National Adoption Awareness Month, the Indiana Department of Child Services, the Porter County Juvenile Court, and the Porter County CASA program (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) joined forces to host Adoption Day on Tuesday. The courtroom …
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Though October is honored as Domestic Violence Awareness month, the awareness of domestic violence exists as an everlasting concern that we must advocate all throughout our lives, 365 days a year. Here in Porter County our Court Appointed Special Advocate …
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Emily Hoak has been working with children and families throughout her career, including direct practice and program development. Her background also includes practicing clinical social work, which makes her a perfect member of the Court Appointed Special …
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It’s back to school time. Did you know that CASA volunteers have been invaluable partners and advocates in promoting the educational best interests of children on countless occasions? Here is the story of one CASA making a true difference. Christopher* was …
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You may not even realize you’re what we are looking for and need. The Court Appointed Special Advocates of the Porter County CASA program come from all walks of life including professionals from the fields of education, social service, medical …
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The first annual Spirit of Rose: Aspire & Inspire Awards were presented to deserving volunteers of the Porter County CASA program at the Moose Lodge on Sunday night in honor of the late Rose Butler. “Rose truly aspired to passionately advocate for the …
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“No one can do everything, but everyone can do something.” CASAs believe that every child has the right to live a safe and healthy life, free from abuse and neglect. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate, and these individuals go above and …
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