CASA Difference
Fortunately, CASA volunteer advocates are appointed by the Juvenile Court to serve as advocates and mentors for abused children going through dependency court proceedings. Unlike social workers, therapists, and attorneys who juggle large caseloads and rarely have time to focus on a single child, CASA volunteer advocates work with only one child at a time and often become the most important person in that child's life.CASA volunteer advocates can be the difference between success and failure in a child’s life.
By simply listening, encouraging, guiding and speaking up for a child, CASA volunteers help these vulnerable children and teens to reach their full potential. Sometimes it is just allowing a child to feel cared about for the first time, and sometimes it is helping to find a loving, permanent home for a child. Clearly, the combination of consistent mentoring and advocacy for a child’s needs results in a much greater chance that these kids will achieve a bright, successful future.
