THE ROLE OF A CASA
CASA supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy for children who have experienced abuse or neglect so that they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.
The Role of a Casa
- Visit with a child and get to know them, gain an understanding of what they need for safe, permanent placement
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Speak with all adults involved with the child from parents to foster parents to teachers, counselors, therapists, etc. to get the most well-rounded and complete picture of the child’s life and needs
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Submit a court report that explains the current status of the case and make recommendations for support of the child, placement of the child, and services needed. Attend court hearings when available.
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CASA’S ARE
- caring community members from all walks of life
- extensively trained and background screened
- appointed to a case by a judge
- advocates for the best interest of the child
CASA's Are Not
- paid employees
- working for or in place of the Cabinet, DCBS, Child Protective Services, or other entities
- attorneys assigned to the case
- doing the work of social workers
- current foster parents
