CASA of Medina County

08/28/2026

We’re so glad to have Rachel on the team!

This month we’re spotlighting Rachel Harriman, CASA of Medina County’s Advocate Supervisor!

Rachel joined The Children’s Center’s team in May with a strong background in law and advocacy, and a passion for supporting children and families. After earning a joint Master of Public Administration and Doctor of Law from Cleveland State University, Rachel worked in Family Law and volunteered with CASA of Cuyahoga County and LegalWorks.

Her experience and commitment to advocating for children make her a strong addition to our CASA team. We are so grateful to have Rachel with us and look forward to all she will bring to CASA of Medina County and the children we serve!

08/26/2026

What an incredible surprise!

Kim Miller, Board Member of The Children’s Center of Medina County, had the privilege of working with a remarkably generous client who wished to include Kim in her estate plans. While deeply honored by her kindness and confidence, Kim explained that she could not accept such a gift.

Instead, her client graciously allowed Kim to direct these funds to a charity of her choice, and she chose CASA of Medina County! Kim is excited to see her client’s legacy of compassion honored through this gift, which will continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families for years to come.

Pictured, left to right: Anna Guy-Leach, Development Director at The Children’s Center; Erin Grohe, Program Director at CASA of Medina County — A Program of The Children’s Center; Kim Miller, Vice President at The Haws Falasco Miller Group of Baird; Rachel Harriman, Advocate Supervisor at CASA of Medina County

08/19/2026

As students head back to school, you can also head to class! CASA of Medina County is preparing for our third PreService training class beginning in just a few weeks.

This PreService to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteer will run for 5 consecutive Tuesday nights in-person at our CASA office from 5:30-8:30PM between 9/8/26 and 10/6/26. The full list of training dates are as follows:
• September 8, 2026 from 5:30-8:30PM
• September 15, 2026 from 5:30-8:30PM
• September 22, 2026 from 5:30-8:30PM
• September 29, 2026 from 5:30-8:30PM
• October 6, 2026 from 5:30-8:30PM

Join us in brightening futures and strengthening communities one child at a time as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteer. Begin by submitting your online application here: https://casamanager.com/volunteer-application-1347/

08/12/2026

The Inside Scoop - August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/medinacountychildrenscenter/the-inside-scoop-august-2026

08/11/2026

Today, CASA of Medina County participated in Brunswick City School District's 3rd annual Bright Futures Community Connections Fair at Brunswick Middle School. Grateful to have been included in this "one-stop opportunity for families to learn about the resources and services available in our community." Thank you to Brunswick City Schools for the dedication to "strengthening the relationships between families and community resources to enhance community engagement and support for learning and school involvement." Looking forward to a great school year ahead!

07/31/2026

Thank you to Medina County Job and Family Services' Rosalind Caro for an informative training on the county's Child Abuse Hotline! As Mandated Reporters, our CASA Volunteers benefit from understanding the screening process. We are grateful for continued partnership and collaboration with MCJFS!

07/23/2026

We had a BALL at the CASA at the Ballpark event at Progressive Field last night! The Guardians may not have won, but our CASA Volunteers, CCMC Staff, and Board Members had a great time rooting them on together. What a joy to participate alongside other CASA programs form across the region!

07/07/2026

Registration is now open for Ohio CASA's 31st Annual Celebrate Kids! Conference. Join us September 30 - October 2, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Columbus located 350 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215. Secure your spot today: ohiocasa.org/2026-celebrate-kids-conference/

06/16/2026

Thanks to OhioGuidestone staff Melissa Romain and Heather Luntz for their informative presentation to our CASA Volunteers today. It was a joy to tour the the Youth Resiliency and Counseling Center and learn about collaboration with mental health professionals. We look forward to incorporating today's insights into our best interest advocacy for Medina County children!

06/05/2026

Proud to have participated in Akron Children's Hospital's first ever ACH Goes Orange event last week. This event highlighted that unfortunately, the leading causes of death in children and adolescents in the United States is firearm-related injuries.

Read more here: www.akronchildrens.org/inside/2026/06/04/akron-childrens-goes-orange-inviting-community-to-talk-about-pediatric-firearm-injuries-and-how-to-prevent-them/

Today, on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, CASA of Medina County is reminded of the role each of us can play in safe storage of lethal means and in community violence prevention.