CASA volunteers interview anyone who might be able to shed light on the case. They then appear in court to recommend to the judge what decision is in the child's best interest. CASA volunteers come from all backgrounds. Many work full-time. Some are students or retired people.
Most CASA volunteers work on one case at a time.
When you take on a case, you take on the child's future. We ask for a commitment of at least a year. The amount of time you give to a case will vary, but our CASAs give an average of 10-15 hours a month. Objectivity - The CASA's role is to represent the best interest of the child. CASA volunteers must be able to talk to everyone involved in a case and remain objective in their recommendations.