Tayler Moots started volunteering with CASA Youth Advocates in 2017.
In the summer of 2021, Tayler became an advocate for Nate, a young
boy born prematurely and living with multiple life-threatening medical
issues. Unfortunately, Nate’s medical condition deteriorated, and he was
hospitalized for a month before his untimely passing in May 2023. During
his hospitalization, Tayler visited him daily, often spending between three
and ten hours at his bedside. She was there with Nate at the time of
his death.
“I was lucky to support him through his last phase of life,” she said. “It
mattered that CASA could be there for him and support him. He was not
alone. I tried to make it as comfortable as possible for him.”
Advocate of the year: Tayler Moots
“I was lucky to support him
through his last phase of life,”
Tayler said. “It mattered that
CASA could be there for him
and support him. He was not
alone. I tried to make it
as comfortable as possible
for him.”
ecause the demand for our services continues to grow, we must ensure we are recruiting, retaining, and
providing proper training and support to our most valuable resources – our volunteers! In May 2023, we
hosted our first local all-day conference for CASA volunteers in addition to ofering continuing education
opportunities throughout the year. Throughout the year, our volunteer advocates completed a combined total
of nearly 1400 hours of in-service training. These investments are key to ensuring that our volunteers are well-
trained and feel supported.
We continue to explore more opportunities for community outreach and media opportunities that can help grow
our pool of potential volunteers.
Without our volunteers, we would not be able to meet the growing needs of youth in the foster system in
Delaware and Chester Counties. We can’t thank them enough for their time and support.
Tayler Moots & CYS
Caseworker, Jessica Bishop
VOLUNTEER IMPA