How CASA is still helping children 30 years later. And, how you can help, too - Gainesville Times

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How CASA is still helping children 30 years later. And, how you can help, too

Arnie and Brigitte Miesch are working together on a case as Hall-Dawson Court-Appointed Special Advocates. With her background in psychology and his background in law enforcement, the two hope to complement one another when looking out for a child’s best interests. - photo by Nick Watson

10062019 CASA — Arnie and Brigitte Miesch are working together on a case as Hall-Dawson Court-Appointed Special Advocates. With her background in psychology and his background in law enforcement, the two hope to complement one another when looking out for a child’s best interests. - photo by Nick Watson

There was a standing ovation from the chamber and gallery when Nicki Vaughan was at the Georgia State Capitol earlier this year to honor the 30th anniversary of the Court-Appointed Special Advocates program .That type of warm response was a far cry from what she experienced in the beginning.