FIVE SIBLINGS BOND THROUGH ART CLASSES

New advocate Amanda Diaz had no idea the impact her presence would have when she was assigned five siblings—and the effect Art Nights at CASA would have on the kids.

The Department of Children and Family Services could not place all five children together when they were removed from their homes. The two girls were placed in one house, and the three boys were placed in another home. As a result, Amanda had to visit them separately due to logistical reasons.