Archive for May 2023
Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Kitchy!
In February of 2012, Fairfax CASA welcomed Kathryn (Kitchy) Sawetz to our volunteer program. She has since dedicated eleven years of her time to the children of Fairfax County, advocating…
Read MoreSkylar and Peyton’s Foster Care Success Story
Skylar and Peyton*, ages five and two, entered the child welfare system after they were found wandering the parking lot of a local hotel alone. Upon investigation, DFS found there…
Read MoreWelcome Spring Class of 2023!
In response to an incredible influx of new cases, Fairfax CASA held an additional in-person training this spring. On May 3, we swore six new CASAs into service! These individuals…
Read MoreEthan’s Foster Care Success Story
Ethan* entered the foster care system at nine years old after experiencing physical abuse in his home and being abandoned by his father and stepmother. While several of Ethan’s extended…
Read MoreMay 2023 Staff Recommendations
Our May staff picks cover a wide variety of issues faced in child and family welfare, including helpful resources for National Foster Care Awareness. Book Pick- Corrections in Ink: A…
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