July Advocate Spotlight

Constance Kirk

1. How long have you been an Advocate and when did you realize you wanted to become one?

I’ve been an Advocate for 3 1/2 years. I was encouraged by some friends who were Advocates to become a CASA after my 3 children left home for college. I realized I missed being around children and wanted to assist those most in need of attention.

2. What is the most rewarding aspect of being an Advocate?

The most rewarding aspect of being an Advocate is seeing a child’s eyes light up when you visit, and knowing you’ve made their day a little brighter. And, of course, at the end of a case it is especially rewarding if reunification occurs, and the children are thrilled to be back in their parents’ home. It’s a good feeling to know that CASA has helped that family through a very difficult time.

3. If you could offer some words of encouragement to your fellow and incoming Advocates, what would they be?

Remember that you may be the person who makes a difference in the lives of children who are going through an extremely stressful, confusing experience. Your attention to details may help a child get medical or psychological care that he needs, or even a tablet to allow him to participate in online classes. Try to take it a week at a time, and, at the end of the case you will know that you did all that you could for those children and, hopefully, helped pave the way to a brighter future for them.

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