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Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children.
From helping siblings find permanent homes together, to helping a child access needed services, to uncovering information that helps reunite a loving family, volunteer advocates can make an incredible difference to the lives of children living in foster care.
What does a CASA volunteer do?
– Visit with the child on a consistent and regular schedule, to gather information about the child, family members and professionals in their lives, so that you can:
– Advocate for the child’s best interests in court by recommending services and bringing concerns about the child’s health, education, mental wellbeing, etc. to the court’s immediate attention.
The first step to becoming a CASA volunteer is to attend a Volunteer Information Session. This is a required step. To register, visit www.casapassaicunion.org