Casa Valentina

Sun, sea and good vibes. Today we took a break on the beach, recharging our batteries and smiling. Nothing like a day of rest under the sun! 🌊🏝️

Thank you to : Miami-Dade County GovernmentCitrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's TrustCapital One

"The residents of Casa Valentina connecting body and mind. Together, we create a space of peace and empowerment." 🌸🫂🎀

Thank you to :John T. Macdonald Foundation for our wellness workshops , and Brasfield & Gorrie for creating a calming space where residents can unwind !!

Our residents enjoyed a fun afternoon at the bowling alley, where in addition to having a great time, they received recognition for their achievements. A perfect combination of entertainment and celebration!!🎳🎓🎉
Residents are ready to go back to school 🏫 ✏️

Our program is generously funded in part by: Miami-Dade County GovernmentCitrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's Trust Capital One

Some of our residents immerse themselves in nature, discovering new wonders through the lens of their camera. Between laughter and learning, each photo becomes a memory full of adventure and fun.📸💐🦋

Thank you to :Miami-Dade County GovernmentCitrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's TrustCapital One

Our Casa Valentina residents enjoyed a rewarding and fun-filled day while volunteering their time in the gardens of the Vizcaya Museum. An unforgettable experience for all! 🪴⛲️

Thank you to:Miami-Dade County GovernmentCitrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's TrustCapital One

SURPRISE! Casa Valentina stays winning with even MORE graduations! Congratulations to our three summer graduates: Thomas , Elizabeth and Mykell 🎓🎓🥳
We are generously funded by :Miami-Dade County GovernmentCitrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's TrustCapital One

Thank you The Barnaclefor hosting a wilderness survival skills workshop! Our residents loved learning how to stay safe outdoors and enjoyed the beautiful historic state park! 🌳🏕️

✨ “Every dream begins with a step. Let’s take that step together and make magic happen!” 🌟 At Casa Valentina, each of our residents has many dreams to fulfill and they have the magic to achieve them…we simply work together to get them closer to living those dreams.

Support our work with a small gift today and make magic happen! 🪄

http://casavalentina.org/donate

Another productive life skills session at Casa V! After learning about emotional intelligence, residents enjoyed time together. This is how we learn! ✨

Thank you to …Miami-Dade County Government,Citrus Family Care NetworkThe Children's Trust

In observance of the 4th of July holiday, our offices are closed. Happy 4th of July!

At Casa Valentina we support youth to transform the stories from the past to grow and promote their dreams for the future!!✨

Our program is generously funded by : Miami-Dade County Government, The Children's Trust, Citrus Family Care Network

"Friendship is sharing laughter, adventures and unforgettable moments. Together we are unstoppable! ”🛼

Our program is generously funded by : Miami-Dade County Government,The Children's Trust,Citrus Family Care Network

Proud Moment! Alumna Christina came back to CV to teach a yoga workshop to staff & residents. She is doing great things in the fitness world and we are so proud💪🏽🧘🏻‍♀️

Our program is generously funded by: Miami-Dade County Government, The Children's Trust, Citrus Family Care Network

In observance of Juneteenth, the Casa Valentina offices will be closed. We wish you a reflective and joyous Juneteenth ✊🏾

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We remind our residents to always dream BIG! With your support, we continue to uplift our young people on their path to a bright future.

If you want to donate and help us , please plant a seed at CasaValentina.org 🌱

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Have you heard? Our latest newsletter is out filled with all the latest happenings at Casa V!

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Thank you, Barbara and the ladies of NCJW Miami for this beautiful donation of goodies for our residents! They will enjoy painting and munching on snacks. TY for helping us to 🥰

✨This is your midweek reminder to FOCUS ON THE MOMENT.✨
Our residents have been taking part in mindfulness and wellness activities - including a marvelous ceramics class at ocisly_ceramics.

We are grateful to our partners for allowing us to meet our youth where they are and support their mental well-being with fun activities like art workshops! 🎨🎭

Our program is generously funded in part by: Miami-Dade County Government, The Children's Trust, Florida Department of Children and Families, Citrus Family Care Network and Capital One.

Fridays are for fellowship and fun! This week, our residents prepared delicious meals as part of our cultural appreciation. They enjoyed Honduran enchiladas 🇭🇳, Jamaican jerk chicken 🇯🇲, & many other tasty dishes! 🌍🍽️ We have some chefs in the making!

Our program is generously funded in part by: Miami-Dade County Government Florida Department of Children and Families The Children's Trust and Citrus Family Care Network

What better than all these diplomas and degrees! We are celebrating our residents and alumni who recently graduated 🎓🎓

Their futures are BRIGHT 😎

Our program is generously funded by: The Children's Trust Miami-Dade County Government Florida Department of Children and Families and Citrus Family Care Network

Excited to be at the Women’s Fund luncheon! 👜 It takes a village lifting one another up to create a thriving ! 🎉

Shouting out our very own Mickael for leading a wonderful life skills workshop on basic car maintenance & repair for our youth! 🚗

Our program is generously funded in part by The Children's Trust Miami-Dade County Government Florida Department of Children and Families Citrus Family Care Network

CONGRATULATIONS to the new board chair for the Miami-Dade Community Based Care Alliance - Casa Valentina's very own Executive Director, Janice Graham! 🥳

We are shouting out our very dedicated ED who will bring her expertise to enhance the mission of the CBC Alliance, engaging the child welfare community to identify and address barriers that impact outcomes for children and families in Miami-Dade.

What a SWEET way to spend a day! Residents, volunteers and staff enjoyed a beautiful day at The Berry Farms picking fresh strawberries, smelling flowers and enjoying the southern part of our County🍓

Our program is generously funded by Miami-Dade County Government The Children's Trust Citrus Family Care Network Florida Department of Children and Families