SOWEGA CASA, Inc.
Americus, GA 31709
ph: 229-931-4488
fax: 229-931-4489
alt: 229-931-4486
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The CASA Volunteer
CASA Volunteers Nicholas Kelley, Kristen Weaver and Cody Logsden are sworn in by Juvenile Court Judge Lisa Jones.
- "It's not always an easy job. But, it's always an important one -- not just for the children, but also for me."
Karen Prince, CASA Volunteer
CASA Volunteer Qualifications
Sincere care for children
At least 21 years of age
Undergo and pass criminal records check and fingerprint check
Interview with CASA staff person
Complete 40 hours of initial training
Commit to CASA program for at least 1 year
10 hours of in-service training each year
Here's what you'll do as a CASA Volunteer
• Appointed by a judge to a child’s case
• Conduct an independent fact-gathering mission to provide the court with enough information to make a sound decision about the child’s future
• Seek cooperative solutions with DFCS, parents, relatives and others in order to serve the child’s best interests and to determine available resources that can possibly meet the child’s needs
• Make independent recommendation to the judge in the child’s best interests
• Pursue a safe, permanent placement for the child
• Maintain strict confidentiality with all information related to the child or family
• Communicate regularly with CASA staff about the case and advocacy steps being taken
• Provide written reports of findings and recommendations to CASA staff prior to court proceedings
• Attend court proceedings to represent the child’s best interests
• Maintain genuine care and concern for the best interests of the child through the duration of the case
Americus, GA 31709
ph: 229-931-4488
fax: 229-931-4489
alt: 229-931-4486
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