Over 430,000 of them are removed from their homes and placed in foster care or institutions. Eventually, they end up in court. It is up to a judge to decide their future. Sometimes a child can remain adrift for months, even years. When a volunteer is appointed to a child's case, he or she is responsible for taking the time to find out as much as possible about that child.
CASA volunteers search for information.
These volunteers then appear in court to recommend to the judge what is best for the child's future.