A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteer is a trained citizen (21 years or older) who is appointed by a judge to represent the best interest of a child in court. The children that CASA Volunteers advocate for have been abused and neglected and placed in to the foster care system. CASA Volunteers work to help ensure a safe and permanent home for the child as quickly as possible. A CASA Volunteer is an extension of the "eyes and ears” of the judge.
After screening, CASA Volunteers participate in a thorough training and "graduate" through a swearing-in ceremony where the judge delivers the CASA oath. Once appointed to a child or sibling group, CASAs work closely with a CASA program staff member who will offer on-going coaching, guidance, and support.
The first step is to learn more about this unique and life changing opportunity by attending an Information Session.
