UNLESS SOMEONE LIKE YOU CARES A WHOLE AWFUL LOT. ITS NOT GOING TO GET BETTER, ITS NOT.
- The Lorax, by Dr. Seuss
THROUGH CASA, YOU CAN BE FOR THE CHILD.
What does a CASA volunteer do?
LEARN
Volunteers learn as much as they can about the child and their family.
ENGAGE
Volunteers will engage with the child during visits (at least once a month).
RECOMMEND
Volunteers speak for the child’s best interest in court. They make recommendation on child placement and any services they may need.
Collaborate
Volunteers collaborate with others involved with the case to ensure needed services are provided and are in the child's best interest
REPORT
Volunteers report what they have learned and observed in court.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
5 THINGS
CASA
DOES FOR KIDS
Brighter Futures and Stronger Communities
Children who have experienced abuse or neglect fare better with a CASA/GAL volunteer by their side. Studies have shown:
They are
more likely
to find a safe, permanent home.
They are
more likely
to succeed in school.
They are
half as likely
to re-enter the foster care system.
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