Feb 6, 2026 | About Bergen CASA, Important Resources, News
Not long ago, one of our Advocates met two eight-year-old boys living in foster care. It was her first time seeing them, and when she came back, she told me something that stopped me in my tracks. The boys told her, very matter-of-factly, that they didn’t want to go...Feb 5, 2026 | About Bergen CASA, Important Resources, News
To really understand why CASA is so important, it helps to know a little about the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) and what they do. DCP&P has a critical job. Their focus is on family preservation—keeping children with their parents...Oct 27, 2025 | About Bergen CASA, Important Resources, News
On Wednesday October 22, Bergen CASA hosted Embracing Independence Day, our annual event for foster youth to learn, connect, and have fun as they prepare for independence. Despite some last- minute venue challenges, the event at 2 Bergen County Plaza turned out to be...Oct 27, 2025 | News, About Bergen CASA, Important Resources
At Bergen CASA, we’re fortunate to work with extraordinary people like Jeanne McVerry, a standout teacher and former foster youth whose experience has reshaped our approach to educational advocacy. Jeanne’s students consistently exceed state averages, but what truly...Oct 27, 2025 | News, About Bergen CASA, Important Resources
As someone who has spent years working closely with foster youth, I want to share some personal advice for foster parents — suggestions based on my experience, not formal research or proven methods. I hope you find them useful as you navigate the joys and challenges...Oct 21, 2025 | About Bergen CASA, Important Resources, News
At Bergen CASA, we are incredibly fortunate to receive a steady stream of books thanks to a wonderful bookstore in Greenpoint, Brooklyn called Word — where my daughter works. Early on, we learned that slightly damaged books — those with creased pages or small tears in...
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