Why does Lea County need CASA?
- Because New Mexico ranks SECOND in the United States in the percentage of children living in poverty, there is a greater need for CASA advocacy.
- With adult alcohol and drug abuse on a steady rise, a record number of children are being referred to the Protective Services Department.
- Too often, children who are involved in child abuse and neglect cases stay in the State’s custody for an average of 18 to 20 months.
- As of June 2005, there were over 170 children in Lea County who were involved in legal child abuse and neglect cases. This involved more than 90 families.
- Of the children in the state’s custody, only half of these children will return to their original home.
PLEASE, CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CASA PROGRAM OR BECOME A VOLUNTEER!
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING CASA,
PLEASE CALL (505) 393-0015.
Or Contact CASA by email: casaleaco@leaco.net
PLEASE HELP A CHILD AND REPORT CHILD ABUSE BY CALLING: 1 800.797.3260
(YOU WILL REMAIN ANONYMOUS).
