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Craig and Dorris Finnegan – Co-CASA volunteers As a co-CASA team for five siblings, Craig and Dorris Finnegan know first hand the importance of the “Two for Tomorrow” campaign for CASA. They became CASA volunteers last fall, and have been very involved advocating for Tristen, Gabby, Gage, Jason and Mitchell since being appointed to the case. It is a known fact that cases similar to this one are on the waiting list much longer because one CASA volunteer cannot handle a sibling case of this size. “Being a co-CASA team is wonderful for the children because now they have two special people they can count on in their lives,” said Craig. We are able to provide them wit the attention and consistency they need, and we want the children to know we are there to support them as team.” The couple also compared themselves to the characters from the Wizard of Oz. “One individual will need the brains of the tin man, the other will need the heart of the scarecrow and both will require the courage of the lion,” explained Dorris. Craig and Dorris spend approximately 25 hours per month on their case. The Finnegans believe the time spent on this case will make a difference for the children’s futures. “It’s about sacrificing something in your life to make a difference for someone elses,” said Dorris. In addition, Craig and Dorris have two young daughters of their own and are thankful for a good support system within their family. “We looked at our schedules and discovered the time spent watching television in one week could be given to these children in need instead,” said Dorris. The Finnegans are working toward the ultimate goal for these children, a loving, nurturing home in which to grow. At this time, three of the children reside in a residential facility and the two youngest boys are in a foster home. It is more common inn larger sibling groups for the children to be split up and sometimes poses more of a challenge for a single CASA on a case such as this one. Craig and Dorris believe that volunteering as a team for the larger sibling groups is the best approach to helping these children. “We are able to share the good times, deal with disappointments and provide encouragement to one another as we work on this case together,” explained Dorris. “I’m doing this with my husband and best friend; what better person to do this with.” |
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