Foster Care
Carson City 4-H leads 6th annual PJ Drive for Kids in Foster Care
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/02/2023 - 8:11amSince 2018, the Carson City 4-H PJ Drive for Kids in Foster Care has been collecting and donating pajamas to the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Kids’ Closet. We started the Drive to give our little ones a chance to give back to their community in a way that is meaningful them, through giving a cozy pair of pajamas to another child.
PCAP viewing party and foster parent info session in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 5:20pmThe Nevada Division of Child & Family Services in partnership with Prevent Child Abuse Nevada, C.A.S.A of Carson City, and Ron Wood Family Resource Center presents The Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention (PCAP) Viewing Party & Foster Parent info session on April 1, 2022, at 6:30 PM in McFadden Plaza in Carson City.
4th annual Carson City 4-H Pajama Drive underway, supports local youth in foster care
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/29/2021 - 8:21amCarson City 4-H is holding its 4th annual Pajama Drive For Kids in Foster Care. We are collecting new pajamas in all sizes and styles for the CASA of Carson City Foster Kids’ Closet to be distributed to local children. Larger children's and adult sizes for teens are especially needed.
Nevada governor releases final details, program notes for tonight's 2021 State of the State
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 11:55amNevada Gov. Steve Sisolak released the final viewing details for the 2021 State of the State address that happens Tuesday.The pre-program begins at 5:45 p.m. and will air at the link here. Then, at 6 p.m., the 2021 address will air by going to the link here.
Senator Square: Carson High School student initiates independent Senior Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 7:35amCHS Senior Abby Golik, after being told Senior Projects, a Carson High School graduation requirement, were temporarily cancelled, decided she wanted to do a Senior Project anyway.
Senator Square: Carson High students get into holiday giving spirit; Homeroom support on Mondays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 11:17pmThis week's Senator Square features guest writers Ananda Campbell and Bridget Gordon-Johnson who explain Monday homeroom academic strategies. Campbell is a CHS Library Media Specialist and Carson City School District Library Coordinator. Gordon is a CHS counselor. This is their report:
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Izzy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 2:28pmHappy Thursday Carson City! Are you gearing up for the holiday spirit? Here's one way to celebrate: Offering an orphaned pup the gift of a new family.
Izzy is a 9-year-old lab who is currently looking for her forever home!
WNC partners with donors to start food and hygiene pantry for Carson City area students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 9:03amAddressing a need that was revealed during a 2020 student survey, Western Nevada College is nearing completion of a Food and Hygiene Pantry for students and their families.
CASA of Carson City to hold information hour this Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 11:03amHello and welcome! CASA of Carson City is looking for men and women, 21 years of age and older, to volunteer and advocate for children that are currently in foster care.
Humane Society in Carson City, Reno offers pet food assistance for dog and cat owners in need
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/29/2020 - 9:20pmThe Nevada Humane Society branches in Carson City and Reno are offering a no-cost drive-through dog and cat food assistance program for pet owners in need.
First Virtual Training Program Keeps Med-Techs in Nevada Certified During Covid-19 Pandemic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/10/2020 - 12:58pmDespite the challenges assisted living and memory care communities are facing during the novel coronavirus pandemic, the training and certification of team members continue to be a priority not only for communities like Mission Senior Living but also for the state of Nevada, which requires ongoing certification for medical technicians.
Statewide shutdown is the perfect time to foster an animal, or take the plunge and adopt
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/26/2020 - 10:55amAt this time while the state is under quarantine orders and people are starting to feel more and more stir crazy, the perfect cure is a simple one: fostering animals.
According to the Nevada Humane Society, no experience is needed to become a foster care volunteer. The most important factor a volunteer can have is a loving, safe home.
Senator Square: Maker Monday at CHS library, students create Damonte Ranch support banner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 9:21amEditor's Note: The following Senator Square column was submitted before the Carson City School District's announcement regarding school activities. All school, district, and non-district sponsored athletics, extra-curricular activities, assemblies, concerts, practices, and events are suspended effective Monday, March 16, 2020 until further notice. Activities and events scheduled later in the school year, including graduation ceremonies will be evaluated closer to the date. Go here to read the notice.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Feb. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 6:12pmLooking ahead to Wednesday, we can expect sunny skies and continued highs in the mid-50s. Midweek events include a Dayton chamber breakfast with the founder of the Desert Pigs cleanup nonprofit group. Plus there's the first of 5 days of Valentine-themed festivities that begins at Carson Mall; an open house at Bethlehem Lutheran School, a CASA information hour, a Carson City School District meeting regarding proposed middle school zone modification. Plus there's a yoga class, Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and more.
Carson City CASA to host Volunteer Information Hour this Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 12:48pmA Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained volunteer appointed by a judge to speak up for the best interests of children in foster care. CASA Volunteers are Everyday Heroes who come from all walks of life and serve as the eyes and ears of the Court.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:05pmWith activities lining up around the capital city through the weekend, Thursday events around the region include a meeting of the Healthy Communities Coalition in Silver Springs, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, and a Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training seminar. Along the music front, CHS Band will host its winter concert at the Carson City Community Center and our own local country music star and Nashville recording artist Art Mulcahy will be at Jimmy G's. Read on for details.
Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training set for Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/08/2019 - 1:51pmCarson City Court Appointed Special Advocates, also known as CASA, are trained volunteers who represent the best interests of children who have been abused or neglected.
CASA volunteers are appointed by a Judge and serve as the voice of the child in the courtroom. The CASA volunteer helps to ensure that the children are in safe, permanent and thriving environments.
Senator Square: Carson High School opens doors and hearts to everyone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Kelly K. Edmundson, MA, MFT, LCADC(P). Kelly is the Lead Safe School Professional School Mental Health Worker III at Carson High School.
Carson High School will again open its doors a little wider and longer for the 3rd Annual Back-to-School Night like no other Sept. 9. Open House, Open Hearts is a community event focused on building bridges to local services for teens and their families, increasing parent and guardian engagement at CHS, and celebrating the community, creativity, and diverse talents of Carson City.
Carson City ESL program founder among 4 picked for prestigious Manhattan Institute award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 5:58pmA Carson City-based nonprofit that teaches the English language to those preparing for U.S. citizenship — and whose founder was recognized in December 2018 as a finalist for the CNN Hero Award — has been picked to receive a national recognition award from the prestigious Manhattan Institute.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 7:53pmGood times, sunny skies, activities and more are planned around the Carson City area as we head into Thursday, July 11. Hikes, bike rides, art, food trucks at Mills Park, a Carson City CASA information night, a sentimental journey along Highway 395 presentation and more are lined up for the day. Enjoy
Superheroes sought: Carson City CASA hosts information hour, training this Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/08/2019 - 1:28pmEvery child needs a hero, but abused children need Superheroes. We’ve heard a million times that kids are sponges, absorbing all that they see and hear. That includes the good, the bad and the ugly. It makes sense that they want to imitate one of the good guys in a show or cartoon. To a child, a superhero is magical. A superhero is powerful! A superhero can help keep them safe.
Big changes ahead at Catmandu in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 2:31pmCatmandu in Carson City is scaling its cat and kitten services back a bit.
Executive director Linda Buchanan was recently diagnosed with Behcet’s Disease, a rare auto-immune disorder after two years of strange symptoms and increasingly poor health. Although Behcet’s disease is not considered life-threatening, it requires a significant reduction of work and stress to keep the disease contained.
Western Nevada College collaborates with UNR on social work bachelor degree
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 1:25pmEvents around Carson City for Thursday, May 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 5:05amGood day Carson City and welcome to Thursday, May 16, 2019. We're looking at showers to continue through the day, which will be a nice change from all that spring pollen flying around. Today we've got the Senior Celebration at Casino Fandango, an afternoon hike, a Carson City CASA open house, art presentations, live music and more. Have a great day.
Carson City CASA to host volunteer information hour this Thursday and again May 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 12:47pmEvery child needs a hero, but abused children need superheroes! Court Appointed Special Advocates, also known as CASA, will hold information hours on Thursday, May 9 and again Thursday, May 16 in Carson City.
Come get your questions answered first and then hang out afterward as new volunteer training will begin. See first hand how the organization works. Both meetings begin at 5 p.m.
Carson City 7th graders collect bags and supplies for rural foster children
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2019 - 3:23pmSeventh-grade science students from Ashley Killeen’s class at Carson Middle School in Carson City completed a donation drive today that benefits foster children in rural Nevada.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Heather
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 9:20amEveryone, say hello to Heather. Heather is 8 years old and has had an interesting life. She's been waiting in foster care since 2017, and she's ready to find her forever home and live out the rest of her life with someone who will give her the love and kindness she deserves.
Carson City's CASA hosts volunteer information hour, training Thursday and again April 25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 9:01amIt's that time of year again! CASA of Carson City is looking for a few good men and women to join the ranks of our CASA volunteers.
Soroptimist International of Carson City provides Easter Baskets for Fostered Youths
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 2:20pmSoroptimist International of Carson City has partnered with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada, to ensure every child in foster care receives an Easter basket this year.
Nevada coalition aimed at protecting exploited children unveils new strategic plan
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/28/2019 - 2:53pmCARSON CITY — A strategic plan to address commercial sexual exploitation of children in Nevada is the culmination of more than two years of effort by a broad cross-section of individuals representing child welfare, juvenile justice, the courts, service providers, advocates and other entities that work to end the commercial sexual exploitation of children in Nevada.