Advocacy Network for Children

Advocacy Network for Children Our 3 programs are Court Appointed Special Advocates, Child Advocacy Centers & prevention program. CASA volunteers come form all walks of life.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak up for abused or neglected children in court. CASA volunteers work alongside attorneys and social workers from case inception to its completion. They have a variety of professional, educational and ethnic backgrounds. No special experience is required. Volunteers are selected on the basis of the

ir objectivity, competence and commitment. Once accepted, volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, the social service and juvenile court systems, and the special needs of children who have been abused or neglected. It takes a commitment of 10-12 hours a month to be a CASA volunteer. Although it is challenging, it is very rewarding. The Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) are a new way of serving child victims of sexual abuse or serious physical abuse through a comprehensive approach to services for victims and their families. The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) provides a safe, neutral, child-friendly environment where child victims of non-offending families meet with members of a multidisciplinary team of professionals for the purpose of investigation. The Children’s Advocacy Center staff provides advocacy services and help bridge the gap between social services, law enforcement, and the court system.

We are incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and hard work Adams Fiber dedicated to our agency during Day of Caring ...
06/06/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and hard work Adams Fiber dedicated to our agency during Day of Caring 2026. Your willingness to give back helps us maintain a welcoming and supportive environment for the children and families we serve throughout our community.

A special thank you to United Way of Adams County for organizing another successful Day of Caring. This event is a wonderful reminder of the impact that can be made when businesses and nonprofits come together for a common purpose.

Thank you for investing in our mission and helping us continue advocating for children impacted by abuse, neglect, and trauma. We are grateful for your partnership and support!

💙 Fact Friday 💙Did you know?A Child Advocacy Center (CAC) helps reduce trauma for children during abuse investigations b...
06/06/2026

💙 Fact Friday 💙

Did you know?
A Child Advocacy Center (CAC) helps reduce trauma for children during abuse investigations by bringing services together in one child-friendly location.

Instead of children having to tell their story multiple times in multiple places, CACs use a coordinated team approach that may include forensic interviewers, law enforcement, DCFS, medical professionals, mental health providers, and prosecutors working together to support the child and family.

Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported.

Thank you to TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) for supporting Advocacy Network for Children!We are grateful for the oppo...
06/04/2026

Thank you to TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) for supporting Advocacy Network for Children!

We are grateful for the opportunity to share our mission and for the investment TAG has made in helping us continue serving children and families throughout our community.

🌿 Tip Tuesday 🌿If a child opens up about abuse, your response matters.Listen calmly, take what they say seriously, reass...
06/02/2026

🌿 Tip Tuesday 🌿

If a child opens up about abuse, your response matters.

Listen calmly, take what they say seriously, reassure them they did the right thing by speaking up, and report concerns to the DCFS hotline at 1800-25-ABUSE.

Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported.

🎂 Happy Birthday Karolina Anton-Mumma, CASA Coordinator! Your dedication to children and families helps create meaningfu...
06/02/2026

🎂 Happy Birthday Karolina Anton-Mumma, CASA Coordinator! Your dedication to children and families helps create meaningful change. Hope your day and year are full of celebration and fun!

🌟 A little Monday encouragement 🌟
06/01/2026

🌟 A little Monday encouragement 🌟

🎉🎂 June Birthday Shoutouts! 🎂🎉We’re celebrating our amazing CASA volunteers with June birthdays! Thank you all for the c...
06/01/2026

🎉🎂 June Birthday Shoutouts! 🎂🎉

We’re celebrating our amazing CASA volunteers with June birthdays! Thank you all for the compassion, time, and dedication you give to children and families. We hope your month is filled with joy and appreciation! 💙🎉

💙 Join Our October 2026 Dinner Fundraiser Committee! 🍽️We’re looking for individuals interested in helping plan and supp...
05/31/2026

💙 Join Our October 2026 Dinner Fundraiser Committee! 🍽️

We’re looking for individuals interested in helping plan and support our upcoming fundraiser benefiting the children and families we serve.

Interested in learning more?
📞 Diane Pieper: 217-223-2272
📧 [email protected]

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1420 Harrison Street
Quincy, IL
62301

Telephone

+12172232272

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