At Thursday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for CASA of Wyoming Valley’s new location, from left, first row: Angelina Pacheco, CASA of Wyoming Valley; Ryan Schofield, executive director, CASA of Wyoming Valley; Jade Levi, CASA of Wyoming Valley; Peter Lamont, CASA of Wyoming Valley Board member; and Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George Brown. Secondd row: Meghan Flanagan, Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber and CASA of Wyoming Valley Board member; Sandra L. Race, Back Mountain Chamber; Stacey Kile, CASA of Wyoming Valley Board member; Joan Vivian, Back Mountain Chamber; Ethan Krzysik, CASA of Wyoming Valley, and Bobby Wilson, CASA of Wyoming Valley Board member.
WILKES-BARRE — CASA of Wyoming Valley on Thursday held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location at 57 N. Franklin St., Kirby Health Center Annex II, Wilkes-Barre.
Community members, partners, and supporters joined in commemorating the organization’s milestone. An open house followed.
The event marked CASA of Wyoming Valley’s transition into a new space designed to better support its growing programs and services. Attendees had the opportunity to tour the new location, meet staff, and learn more about the organization’s ongoing work advocating for children in foster care.
CASA of Wyoming Valley serves Luzerne and Wyoming counties by recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer advocates who speak up for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Through its work, the organization strives to ensure every child has a safe, permanent, and nurturing home.
“You never forget your first home,” said Ryan Schofield, executive director of CASA of Wyoming Valley. “The Friedman group have been wonderful partners and their building was home for our programs first 13 and a half years. Growth requires change, and our new home at The Kirby Health Center meets the needs of our growing program. Our team is excited to start this new chapter.”
For information, visit luzernecasa.org or follow CASA of Wyoming Valley on social media.
About CASA of Wyoming Valley
CASA of Wyoming Valley is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for children in Luzerne County’s foster care system.
Through trained community volunteers, CASA ensures that each child’s voice is heard and their best interests are represented in court and beyond.
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About CASA of Wyoming Valley
CASA of Wyoming Valley is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for children in Luzerne County’s foster care system. Through trained community volunteers, CASA ensures that each child’s voice is heard and their best interests are represented in court and beyond.