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Changing Lives: Jennifer Page on Empowering Foster Children through Champions for CASA Las Vegas
Published 2 years, 6 months ago
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In this episode of Vegas Business Spotlight, hosts Tim Knifton and Marco Salinas sit down with Jennifer Page, the President of Champions for CASA. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from a successful corporate career to dedicating her time and passion to helping foster children in Southern Nevada.
With over 3,200 children living in foster care in the region, Jennifer sheds light on the critical need for CASA volunteers. CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, aims to provide a voice for abused and neglected children within the child welfare system. Jennifer explains that every child in foster care should ideally be assigned a CASA volunteer, but unfortunately, there are currently only 300 volunteers available, leaving many children underserved.
Through Champions for CASA, Jennifer and her team work tirelessly to raise awareness and recruit more volunteers. They collaborate with local businesses and community partners, organize tabling events, and engage in one-on-one conversations to spread the word about the transformative impact that CASA volunteers can make in a child’s life.
Jennifer shares a heartwarming success story of a young boy named “Mark”, whom she worked with as a CASA volunteer. Mark had experienced multiple foster placements and disrupted adoptions, causing him to lose hope. Jennifer’s dedication and support helped him find stability, education, and ultimately a loving family through adoption. She emphasizes the importance of providing these children with positive role models who can open their eyes to a world of possibilities.
Listeners are encouraged to consider becoming CASA volunteers or supporting Champions for CASA financially. Jennifer emphasizes that even spreading awareness about CASA and the dire need for volunteers can make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable children, breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect.
Join Tim and Marco in this enlightening episode as they delve into the world of CASA and discover how individuals and businesses can contribute to changing the lives of foster children in Las Vegas.
About Jenifer Page and Champions for CASA
Jenifer Page is a passionate advocate for children in the foster care system and the founder of Champions for Casa, a program aimed at recruiting and supporting volunteers for Casa Las Vegas. With a background in real estate development and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on her community, Jenifer has dedicated her time and resources to raising awareness about the challenges faced by children in foster care.
Jenifer’s journey with Casa began when she became a volunteer herself, assigned to a young boy named Mark. Recognizing the neglected upbringing Mark had faced, both academically and in daily life, Jenifer prioritized providing him with much-needed support and guidance. Through her advocacy, she helped Mark with his academic struggles and introduced him to new experiences, such as his first sit-down restaurant visit. It was during this time that Jenifer realized the powerful impact that a caring adult can have on a child’s life.
Driven by her belief that entrepreneurship should be emphasized more, Jenifer also shares her personal story of building a successful company in the HR technology space and her transition to a life focused on giving back to her community. She moved to Las Vegas to slow down and explore new passions, eventually finding her calling in championing the needs of foster children. Jenifer’s work with Casa not only feeds her soul but also enables her to make a lasting difference by providing support, companionship, and advocacy to children in challenging circumstances.
In addition to her involvement with Casa Las Vegas, Jenifer is an entrepreneur in the Las Vegas Valley, engaging in real estate development, affordable housing communities, senior housing communities, and
With over 3,200 children living in foster care in the region, Jennifer sheds light on the critical need for CASA volunteers. CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, aims to provide a voice for abused and neglected children within the child welfare system. Jennifer explains that every child in foster care should ideally be assigned a CASA volunteer, but unfortunately, there are currently only 300 volunteers available, leaving many children underserved.
Through Champions for CASA, Jennifer and her team work tirelessly to raise awareness and recruit more volunteers. They collaborate with local businesses and community partners, organize tabling events, and engage in one-on-one conversations to spread the word about the transformative impact that CASA volunteers can make in a child’s life.
Jennifer shares a heartwarming success story of a young boy named “Mark”, whom she worked with as a CASA volunteer. Mark had experienced multiple foster placements and disrupted adoptions, causing him to lose hope. Jennifer’s dedication and support helped him find stability, education, and ultimately a loving family through adoption. She emphasizes the importance of providing these children with positive role models who can open their eyes to a world of possibilities.
Listeners are encouraged to consider becoming CASA volunteers or supporting Champions for CASA financially. Jennifer emphasizes that even spreading awareness about CASA and the dire need for volunteers can make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable children, breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect.
Join Tim and Marco in this enlightening episode as they delve into the world of CASA and discover how individuals and businesses can contribute to changing the lives of foster children in Las Vegas.
About Jenifer Page and Champions for CASA
Jenifer Page is a passionate advocate for children in the foster care system and the founder of Champions for Casa, a program aimed at recruiting and supporting volunteers for Casa Las Vegas. With a background in real estate development and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on her community, Jenifer has dedicated her time and resources to raising awareness about the challenges faced by children in foster care.
Jenifer’s journey with Casa began when she became a volunteer herself, assigned to a young boy named Mark. Recognizing the neglected upbringing Mark had faced, both academically and in daily life, Jenifer prioritized providing him with much-needed support and guidance. Through her advocacy, she helped Mark with his academic struggles and introduced him to new experiences, such as his first sit-down restaurant visit. It was during this time that Jenifer realized the powerful impact that a caring adult can have on a child’s life.
Driven by her belief that entrepreneurship should be emphasized more, Jenifer also shares her personal story of building a successful company in the HR technology space and her transition to a life focused on giving back to her community. She moved to Las Vegas to slow down and explore new passions, eventually finding her calling in championing the needs of foster children. Jenifer’s work with Casa not only feeds her soul but also enables her to make a lasting difference by providing support, companionship, and advocacy to children in challenging circumstances.
In addition to her involvement with Casa Las Vegas, Jenifer is an entrepreneur in the Las Vegas Valley, engaging in real estate development, affordable housing communities, senior housing communities, and