Dawn Howell, 831-2111, Ext. 107. Care Corps provides services to senior citizens and disabled adults 60 and older, including transportation, home repairs, yard work, visiting, advocacy and referral. The nonprofit organization was established in 1991 and is supported by churches, businesses, civic organizations, individuals and grants. Child Advocates of Tarrant County Inc. is a nonprofit agency that provides trained, court-appointed volunteers to advocate on behalf of abused children who are in protective custody. Volunteers are thoroughly trained and work closely with a supervisor.
Volunteers submit recommendations to help judges make informed decisions about cases.
Child Protective Services is looking for foster families to open their homes and hearts to children in Tarrant and surrounding counties who have suffered abuse. Single, married or divorced people older than 21 may apply to be a foster parent. No experience is required. Applicants may work or stay at home. Through training, CPS will teach families the successful art of parenting.