There is a serious need for volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children here in Laurens County. While the Guardian ad Litem program in Laurens County currently has 172 children to be served, there are only 21 volunteers now willing to assist. As a result, the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem program is offering a Fee Online Training to people who are interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem here in Laurens County.
Volunteers advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children who are involved in Family Court legal proceedings through the Department of Social Services. Volunteers should be at least 21 years old, have a clean criminal record no previous DSS case history and be able to contribute four to five hours a month of your time for a child.
Jennifer Burch, director of our Guardian ad Litem program, said “Our volunteers serve as strong advocates, upholding children’s best interests and prioritizing their well-being. With every child served needing a voice, the call to action grows for dedicated volunteers to step forward.”
The next free virtual training opportunity is set for March 3rd. Anyone interested in responding to help these children can get more information online with a visit to: gal.sc.gov. In addition to providing information, there is a link to a Volunteer Inquiry form at that website.
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