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Imagine what it feels like to be a child in foster care. They are waiting for a volunteer like you to help them find a permanent, forever home. There are many ways to get involved. While you’re here, you can learn more about us and our mission to help every child have the chance to thrive. Find out how you can become a volunteer or donate to the organization. Together, we can help change a child’s story. 

​What Is An Advocate?

An advocate is the heart of CASA Jefferson’s mission. Advocates are the eyes, ears, and most importantly, the voices for abused and neglected children in the court. These Advocates are trained and supervised to gather information to make recommendations so that judges decide the best possible outcome for the children in foster care. To learn more, click here

What are the benefits for children with a CASA?

Children with a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) advocate gain a voice in the court. Advocates provide constant support and are a source of hope in a child’s life during a very uncertain and lengthy time. CASAs help children access resources and services they need to heal from their abuse or neglect as well as providing recommendations to the court that can expedite the process ensuring a better outcome in the best interest of the child.
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​What is the goal of a CASA?

CASAs make recommendations to the court based on a child’s best interest. Advocates get to know the children, review records, research information, make visits to the temporary home, and talk to everyone in the child’s life including teachers, family members, attorneys, social workers, and judges. While some children are reunited with their parents or relatives and others make connections with their adoptive family, the ultimate goal is to ensure a safe and permanent home where they can thrive.

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