Each month, CASA of East Tennessee shines a spotlight on a particular volunteer who has gone above and beyond in their service of Knox County children. This month, we would like to offer a round of applause to Stephanie Wade!
Stephanie told us some of her thoughts on her work as an advocate, "I know from my own life experience how frustrating and helpless it can feel to not have a voice. A child stuck in an adverse situation needs someone to listen, to hear, and to speak on their behalf. If I can be that person for one child, it is an honor. The situations can be difficult but the work is often satisfying. I recently received an uplifting update from a family that I served last year and that makes everything worth it."
We asked Stephanie what she enjoys about being a CASA volunteer and she said, "I have met some incredible people through CASA. Parents who made mistakes in the past but are working towards reconciliation through the court and with their kids. It's hard to turn your life around and overcome those mistakes. Those people are my heroes."
Stephanie recently started a wonderful new job at a non-profit agency and resides in Knoxville. She enjoys kayaking, biking, playing the piano, and spending time with her husband and their Pyrenees.
Thank you Stephanie!