CASA OF WASHINGTON COUNTY INDIANA
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Washington County Indiana, Inc. is to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children within the court system. Based on the belief that children are entitled to a permanent, safe, secure and enriching home environment, CASA works in the court system through screened, trained and supervised volunteers in collaboration with key agencies, legal counsel, and community resources to serve as the child's advocate.
About This Cause
In child welfare cases, the parents and Department of Child Services are represented by attorneys, but the only one in these case without legal representation is the child. That is where the CASA volunteer comes in. The CASA volunteer speaks for the child in court when the child is unable or unwilling to do so. CASA volunteers are trained to act as first-hand experts on the individual needs of abused and neglected children in the system, giving them the best possible chance at a hopeful future. As an appointed member of the court, a CASA volunteer assumes the following core responsibilities: Serve as a fact-finder for the judge by thoroughly researching the background of the assigned case; Speak on behalf of the child in the courtroom, representing his or her best interests; Act as a "watchdog" for the child for the duration of the case, ensuring it is brought to a swift and appropriate conclusion. The CASA volunteer also communicates on a regular basis with parents, family members, teachers, counselors, and family friends in an effort to determine what is in the best interest of the child.