Guardian ad Litem Program in VT

Today’s speaker was Carol Gilbert who shared information about the Guardian ad Litem Program in VT (GAL) with Rotarians and guests. The goal of the program is to help young people, who have come into state custody, have a safe, stable, and permanent home within a reasonable amount of time. Volunteers like Carol, advocate on behalf of the best interests of children alleged to have been abused, neglected, or are beyond the control of their parents. While the child is in foster care, the parent has the opportunity to do what has to be done so that child might return to their home. Each case is reviewed within a three to sixth month period and eventually a decision is made to either return the child or start the process of TPR, Termination of Parental Rights. Volunteers in the VT GAL Program are making a difference in the lives of children in turmoil. Their role as the child’s advocate is to help find the best outcome for the child. Anyone interested in getting more information about  GAL or would like to become a volunteer should click here.