Heroes Beyond the Diamond- Mary Ann Manley

This week’s feature in the Heroes Beyond the Diamond series has remained a beacon of hope for Chicagoland’s foster care children despite the global struggle.

Mary Ann Manley, a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Cook County, works directly with children in the foster care system and aims to become a consistent adult in the life of children in need. For over five years, Mary Ann has ensured the safety of many foster children, providing them with necessary attention, care and services before a permanent home is found for them.

Amid the onset of COVID-19, Mary Ann’s reputation of being an unstoppable lover and caregiver was put to the test. Undeterred, she turned to Zoom to conduct…