The volunteer will draw together this information by getting to know the child and gathering information from other persons who are involved in this child’s life. CASA volunteers are an active part of the child’s team that is working toward ensuring that the child has a safe, stable and permanent home.

Other members of the team may include the child’s Department of Social Services foster care worker, foster parents, biological parents, extended family, teachers, doctors, and therapists.

• Visits with the child regularly
• Reviews the social service agency and Court records
• Gathers information about the child from parents, caregivers, social workers, teachers, and anyone else important in the child’s life
• Identifies family and community resources that can help meet the child’s needs
• Problem solves with the professionals involved in the child’s case
• Prepares written reports for Court hearings

• Participates in Court hearings
• Participates in team meetings
• Provides testimony to the Court if requested
• Ensures that the child’s wishes are known to the judge
• Meets regularly with the CASA case supervisor for support and guidance
• Keeps the focus on the child until he/she is in a safe, stable permanent home
• Maintains confidentiality at all times

CASA Volunteer Inquiry Form

Please complete the adjacent form to receive information about becoming a CASA volunteer. A member of our staff will contact you upon receipt.

What Are The Requirements?

In addition to caring about the well-being of children:

• • CASA Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age;
  • Pass a background screening;
  • Complete 30-40 hours of training;
  • Be able to commit to a child until their case has closed, or for at least one year;
  • Be able to volunteer approximately 10 hours per month.