Intro's

Thurston County's Dependency Guardian ad Litem Program is dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children within the dependency court system. Through a thorough training process, volunteers investigate cases, facilitate communication among stakeholders, and work towards securing safe, permanent homes for vulnerable youth. In 2007, increased funding from the Washington State Legislature allowed the program to expand its volunteer base, enhancing support for the approximately 300 dependent children currently in Thurston County. The program combines the efforts of six full-time staff members and around 50 volunteers to effectively serve the community's at-risk youth. Generated from the website