Greater Richmond SCAN

Congratulations to our newest CASA Volunteers! These remarkable individuals completed training over the summer and were officially sworn in at the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court last week. We are thankful for their commitment to ensuring ever child has an advocate!

Learn more about what it takes to be a CASA volunteer and apply for our upcoming Fall or Winter training classes at https://grscan.com/programs/casa/be-a-casa-volunteer

Earn your CE credits and boost your professional skills with these NASW-approved trainings! Sign up now for engaging sessions—all conveniently online. Don't miss out! These sessions are free for everyone—only pay if you need CE credits. Follow the link to register today.
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Greater Richmond SCAN SCAN’s mission is to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect throughout the Greater Richmond area.

🎃 Join Us for a Spooktacular Event this Fall! 🎃

We’re calling on all businesses, organizations, and families to bring the fun and creativity by registering to host a trunk at Trunk or Treat at Hardywood West Creek to benefit Greater Richmond SCAN 🌟

This is your chance to host a trunk, deck it out in your best Halloween decor, and help create a magical Halloween for children in the community. All proceeds benefit Greater Richmond SCAN, supporting our mission to protect and advocate for children and support families.

👻 Event Details:
📅 Date: October 27, 2024
📍 Location: Hardywood Park Brewery West Creek
🕒 Time: 12-4pm

Whether you're a local business, community group, or a family looking to get into the Halloween spirit, we want YOU to be a part of this event!

Reserve your spot to host a trunk now - https://one.bidpal.net/trunkortreat24/welcome

SCAN are thrilled to introduce and welcome our new 24-25 SCAN Board of Directors and Board of Young Professionals members!

🌟 Make a Difference in a Child’s Life – Become a CASA Volunteer! 🌟

Join us on August 27th for a virtual information session about becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer with SCAN. Right now, there are over 62 children in Richmond City and Petersburg waiting for someone like you to advocate for them.

As a CASA volunteer, you’ll ensure that the needs of children who have been abused or neglected are heard – both in the community and in the courtroom. You’ll be a consistent, caring adult in a child’s life, helping to guide them through difficult times and ensuring their best interests are always the top priority.

CASA volunteers come from all walks of life and share a common goal: to make a positive impact on a child's future. If you’re ready to make a difference, join our session to learn more about how you can help.

📅 Date: August 27th
💻 Time: 6pm
🔗 Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/yp7km9bw

Check out our next round of mini-trainings happening every week on Monday or Tuesday. You can register for these quick, 30-minute trainings at https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome
Look for the trainings listed in dark blue.

Check out the July Richmond Family Magazine for Parenting Questions Answered by a Pro. SCAN's Community Programs Director, Lucy Rimington, answers reader questions about playdates and Kindergarten readiness.

Parenting Questions Answered by a Pro – Richmond Family Magazine Parenting pro answers questions about kindergarten readiness and how to manage play dates this summer!

Kasey George has stepped into the role of SCAN's Board Treasurer for the 24-25 year. We are thankful to have her expertise, diligence and kindness as part of the SCAN Board!

Read the full interview with Kasey in our latest SCAN-It newsletter - https://conta.cc/3YpIfip

SCAN's CASA program needs your help to advocate for children in Petersburg! You can help ensure all children involved in a case at the Juvenile and Domestic Courts has an advocate because all children deserve a safe, permanent home and the opportunity to thrive.

SCAN's CASA program recently expanded to serve Petersburg and is in need of volunteers to serve children in both Petersburg and Richmond. Hear more in a recent story from WTVR CBS 6 News that includes an interview with SCAN Volunteer Coordinator, Sarah-Keel Crews. Learn more about becoming a CASA in Petersburg or Richmond and apply to be part of our Fall 2024 CASA training class at https://grscan.com/programs/casa/be-a-casa-volunteer.

https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/petersburg-casa-july-31-2024

Join us in August for some great trainings and film screenings! To see the full training calendar and to register, visit https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome

🌟 August is National Wellness Month! 🌟
It's the perfect time to focus on self-care and healthy habits. Whether it's catching up on sleep, trying a new activity, or simply staying hydrated, small steps can lead to big changes in your overall well-being. Let's embrace this month as an opportunity to nurture our minds and bodies!

Sign up for SCAN's quarterly wellness newsletter at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/YkWP0Jr/SCANWellness

Introducing SCAN's four E-Learning Modules. These e-learning modules highlight the healing-centered and resilience-building work of Virginia's Trauma-Informed Community Networks and are available to anyone for free. They can be found on our website at https://learning.grscan.com/

All modules have closed captioning in English and Spanish.

We were so grateful to have the Red Orange Studio team help with our Henrico Child Advocacy Center move last week! Their hard work, strength and kindness was pivotal as we prepare the new space to serve children and families!

🌟 Attention Social Workers! 🌟

Elevate your skills and earn continuing education credits this August with Greater Richmond SCAN's dynamic trainings! 🧠💪

🗓️ 8/7 | Trauma-Informed Strategies (12:00-2:00pm ET via Zoom)

🗓️ 8/15 | Overcoming Adversity & Building Resilience (1:00-3:00pm ET via Zoom)

🗓️ 8/27 | Introduction to Trauma & Trauma-Informed Care (2:00-4:00pm ET via Zoom)

These trainings are open to everyone, and there is only a cost if you need CE credits. Approved by the National Association of Social Workers for continuing education contact hours.

Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and personally! ✨ Reserve your spot now at https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome 🚀

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🌟 Join us this July and August for insightful social work continuing education trainings that empower and educate.
Anyone can attend these virtual trainings for free. There is a cost for receiving continuing education credits.
Register at https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome

Greater Richmond SCAN SCAN’s mission is to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect throughout the Greater Richmond area.

New mini-training offerings coming up on Mondays and Tuesdays in July and August!
7/22 12-12:30pm ET Sound Bath
7/30 1:30-2pm ET Distress Tolerance (Crisis)
8/5 12-12:30pm ET Coloring
8/13 1:30-2pm ET Safe Place Visualization
Register at https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome

Meet SCAN's Circle Preschool Program Clinical Coordinator, Emily Taylor, in our latest SCAN-It newsletter.

"Many things continue to inspire my work at SCAN including the families we work with and their incredible resiliency, observing the progress the children make throughout the school year (including watching their self-confidence grow and flourish), and my colleagues and their continued passion for aiding and engaging in trauma informed care daily in our classrooms."

https://conta.cc/3VY3Vk4

Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer? Join our CASA team at the Flying Squirrels game on Tuesday, July 23 to learn more, meet current CASA volunteers and staff, and enjoy some baseball!

Email [email protected] if you plan to join!

Calling all social workers! Elevate your practice this July with our Continuing Education trainings tailored just for you. 🌟 Enhance your skills and make a difference in your community. Read training descriptions and register at: https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/

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🌟 Embrace the power of knowledge this July with our Trauma-Informed Training Calendar! 📅💡 Join us as we learn, grow, and support one another in creating safe, healing environments. Together, we can make a difference!
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SCAN's Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program has a critical need for volunteers to serve children in Richmond and Petersburg. There are currently 65 children on our waitlist in need of an advocate.

Children who have experienced abuse or neglect may face a lot of change and uncertainty. Courtrooms. Foster care. New schools. All while dealing with the trauma of abuse or neglect, and potentially the trauma of being removed from home. At CASA, we make sure children don’t face this alone.

We are now accepting applications for our Summer 2024 training class. Learn more at https://grscan.com/programs/casa/be-a-casa-volunteer or email [email protected] to apply today.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyPe23LhxMQ

Virginia CASA :30 Volunteer Recruitment Commercial - Gunney This :30 commercial is intended to inspire prospective volunteers to become a CASA and help kids caught up in the court system find safe, loving homes.

Introducing SCAN's Summer Continuing Education Calendar. We have multiple opportunities for you to receive CE's this summer and all are happening virtually! Each training is free for anyone to attend, if you need CE's you must purchase those through the registration site. You do not have to purchase CE's in order to attend.

Learn more and register at: https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/custom/custom3

Greater Richmond SCAN SCAN’s mission is to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect throughout the Greater Richmond area.

This summer, we are offering mini trainings for quick bits of information to keep you rolling through the week! We hope you'll join us.
Register at: https://one.bidpal.net/scantraining/welcome

Thank you to the amazing team at Maximus that dropped off a generous donation of snacks this morning for children being seen at SCAN's Child Advocacy Centers!

Check out the latest SCAN-It newsletter to read our SCAN-It spotlight interview with Victoria Dunn!

"Victoria began as a SCAN CASA Case Manager in August 2023. CASA Program Director, Jessica Moore, shared that Victoria came into this position with passion and a desire to do good work and has hit the ground running. She’s funny, intelligent, a fast learner, and very quickly and naturally integrated into our team. We are excited to see how she will grow and develop in this position!"

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Don't miss out on this important training! It will be in-person at the Tuckahoe Library in Henrico. Register at: https://forms.gle/18cKBGGnnH9d8spa7

Greater Richmond SCAN is offering three trainings in June with Continuing Education Credits available. Each training is free for anyone to attend, if you need CE credits, there is a cost associated. Visit our training registration page, for descriptions and to register:

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Congratulations to SCAN's newest CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers! Six new Richmond advocates and 1 new Petersburg advocate were sworn in this week. We are so grateful for their commitment to serving children in our community!

Interested in learning more about becoming a CASA volunteer? Our summer 2024 training class will be kicking off in July and we currently have over 80 children on the waitlist in need of an advocate. Learn more and apply before June 28 at https://grscan.com/programs/casa/be-a-casa-volunteer

SCAN Staff and Board members came together earlier this week for our annual Staff appreciation gathering. We are so grateful for the incredible staff that makes SCAN's work possible and for our wonderful Board members!

A special thank you to the team at Common House Richmond for hosting us.

SCAN's Circle Preschool Program is now enrolling for the 24-25 year!

CPP is a therapeutic preschool that serves children who have experienced early trauma or adversity. They focus on social-emotional education and supporting caregiver-child relationships as well as preparing children for Kindergarten.

Contact Emily Taylor at [email protected] with questions or interest. Learn more about CPP at https://grscan.com/programs/cpp.