August Volunteer Spotlight
Each month, CASA of East Tennessee shines a spotlight on a particular volunteer who has gone above and beyond in their service of Knox County children. This month, we would like to offer a (virtual) round of applause to Suzanne Eaton!
We asked Suzanne what attracted her to volunteer with CASA and what she enjoys about volunteering with CASA.
"Several years ago a co-worker approached me about becoming a CASA. At the time I didn't know anything about it. But after walking alongside several young couples who were fostering children, I got a glimpse of how important the CASA role can be to the welfare of a child. I genuinely enjoy meeting and getting to know new people from all walks of life, and being a CASA has certainly allowed me to do that."
Suzanne has lived in Knoxville for over 30 years and resides with her husband, Chip, and their "very spoiled" Staffordshire Terrier "Spot" whom they rescued about three years ago. In her free time, Suzanne enjoys boating with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She says her role as "Mimi" to her grandchildren is the one she treasures most, and any time she spends with them is her favorite.
We asked Suzanne if there is anything big coming up in her life that she is looking forward to and she told us, "I am excited about the possibility of returning to Nicaragua before the end of the year. I've spent some time there doing mission work, but due to Covid have been unable to go in over a year. We are hoping to go this Fall!"
Thank you Suzanne!