Children in the midst of proceedings in Dependency Court face countless questions, fears, and uncertainties. To understand more, we speak with Leigh Anne McKelvey, Executive Director of CASA Youth Advocates, which serves Delaware and Chester Counties as part of a national nonprofit network. A social worker first, Leigh Anne guides us through the challenges confronting children who have experienced abuse and neglect – and explains how CASA’s staff and volunteers advocate for those children. She unpacks how CASA’s volunteers are screened and trained to support children navigating instability in many areas of their lives. Leigh Anne also shares her passion for teaching graduate-level social work students and reveals how she likes to unwind amidst the pressures of leading CASA, teaching courses, and raising a young family.

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Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

CASA Youth Advocates Serving Delaware and Chester Counties

• Website: chescocasa.org
• Instagram: instagram.com/casayouthadvocates
• Facebook: facebook.com/CASAYouthAdvocates
• CASA on YouTube
• Careers with CASA: delcocasa.org/jobs-casa
• Leigh Anne McKelvey on LinkedIn

Local Business Spotlight

• TLC Rescue (To Love a Canine)

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For many people, few culinary pleasures compare with fine Swiss chocolate. Indulging our own dreams, we joined Albert Lauber, Owner and Chocolatier at Neuchatel Chocolates, on his factory floor in Oxford, Pennsylvania. Surrounded by the irresistible sights and aromas of chocolate being made, we spoke with Albert about the craft and business behind it all. He explained how he transforms Swiss chocolate into delicious truffles – and how he makes his own chocolate from Philippine cocoa beans. We also explored industry trends, the challenges of managing a factory, and his approach to sourcing ingredients from local farmers and producers. If you have even a hint of a sweet tooth, this delicious episode is not to be missed.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Neuchatel Chocolates

• neuchatelchocolates.com
• swisschips.com
• Facebook: facebook.com/NeuchatelChocolates
• Instagram: instagram.com/neuchatel_swiss_chocolates

ChocoEve

• Website: chocoeve.com

Local Business Spotlight

• SILO

Additional Links

• Extract and Box
• Maplehofe Diary
• The Market at Liberty Place

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Cats, cats – here, there and everywhere! Surrounded by felines, we meet with Kristine Baney, Executive Director at Treetops Kitty Cafe. More of a lounge than a cafe, Treetops Kitty Cafe is a cat rescue located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. At Treetops, the cats play, nap, and cause chaos wherever they want as they roam freely throughout the entire facility. Kristine walks us through the running of the rescue shelter, its adoption service, and caring for the cats that call the cafe home, even if only for a short while. We talk about board recruitment and strategies for raising awareness about the nonprofit, ensuring that a growing number of local residents know about and support the cafe.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Treetops Kitty Cafe

• Website: treetopskittycafe.com
• Facebook: facebook.com/TreetopsKittyCafeRescue
• Instagram: instagram.com/treetopskittycafe
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@treetopskittycafe
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/treetops-kitty-cafe-animal-rescue
• Kristine Baney on LinkedIn
• Board involvement note on the Treetops Kitty Cafe website
• Volunteer with Treetops Kitty Cafe

Additional Links

• ACCT Philly
• Pocopson Veterinary Station
• Cherry Blossom Vacations
• Forage Books
• The Mushroom Festival
• Longwood Gardens

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