Do you ever watch the news or hear about challenges in our community and think, “I wish there was something I could do to make a difference?” Well, there is!
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UNC Lenoir Health Care Secret Santa project for Guardian ad Litem
UNC Lenoir Health Care collected and delivered Christmas presents for 33 children who are part of Guardian Ad Litem.
Guardian ad Litem program seeking volunteers
As an integral part of the North Carolina Judicial System, the Guardian ad Litem program was established in 1983 by the General Assembly to be a voice for the children in the community. Volunteers for the Guardian ad Litem program speak up for abused and neglected children in court. The term “guardian ad litem” comes from Latin, and means “guardian for the case.”
Guardian ad Litem volunteers recognized during Child Advocate Month
April is Guardian ad Litem Child Advocate Month in North Carolina. The North Carolina Judicial Branch and Office of Guardian ad Litem (GAL) are taking this opportunity to recognize the more than 5,000 GAL volunteers who help improve the lives of children and youth.
Local teens attend session on interacting with police
Teens got to enjoy ice cream and hear from a retired deputy police chief about safe interaction with law enforcement.
Guadian ad Litem program holds 35th anniversary celebration
Volunteers were honored for extensive work to help our area’s children.
Documentary to be played at LCC Wednesday about Adverse Childhood Experiences
A documentary about assisting at-risk children will be played today at Lenoir Community College at 1:30 p.m.