Nobody longs for a safe and loving family more than a child in foster care.
As a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer, you are empowered by the courts to help make this dream a reality. You will be the one consistent adult in these children's lives, vigilantly fighting for and protecting their fundamental right to be treated with the dignity and respect every child deserves. You will not only bring positive change to the lives of these vulnerable children, but also their children and generations to come. And in doing so, you will enrich your life as well.
What Do CASA Volunteers Do?
CASA volunteers listen first. Then they act.
Volunteer get to know the child by talking with everyone in that child's life: parents and relatives, foster parents, teachers, medical professionals, attorneys, social workers and others. They use the information they gather to inform judges and others of what the child needs and what will be the best permanent home for them.
Who Can Be a CASA Volunteer?
You do not have to be a lawyer or social worker to be a volunteer. We welcome people from all walks of life. We are simply looking for people who care about children and have common sense. As a volunteer, you will be thoroughly trained and well supported by professional staff to help you through each case.
ORIENTATION IS MANDATORY to attend. If you cannot Saturday's orientation, please call (408)573-5611 or email amalia@cadvocates.org to reschedule.
Hope you can join us at one of our upcoming orientations! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
