CASA

Nearly 700,000 children experience abuse or neglect each year. Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers are utilized in Courts throughout the country to assist them in determining what is in the “best interest” of the minor child. CASA of Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot County serves Sandusky County Juvenile Court.

MISSION STATEMENT

We believe that children deserve a safe, permanent, supportive environment in which to live. In support of the Mission, CASA will:

• Collaborate and cooperate with agencies that provide services to “at risk” children and families involved in a Court proceeding.
• Communicate effectively with politicians, professionals, business and community leaders.
• Foster commitment of the community to provide resources.
• Provide trained and supervised volunteers to represent the best interests of children in Court.

VOLUNTEER

Community volunteers are needed to become trained advocates for children who have been abused or neglected. A CASA volunteer conducts independent investigations and monitors cases of child abuse, neglect and dependency by reviewing records and interviewing those involved in the child’s life. Documentation is maintained so the CASA volunteer may speak for the best interests of children who are brought before the Court and ensure that the best interests of those children are represented in the Court system.

Becoming a CASA volunteer is an investment of time, energy and heart. Applicants are screened in accordance with the local and national CASA’s Quality Standards, which includes the following minimum requirements:

• Be 21 years old.
• Be willing to complete necessary background checks, provide references and participate in an interview.
• Complete a minimum of 30 hours of pre-service training.
• Be available for court appearances, with advance notice.
• Be willing to commit to the CASA program until your first case is closed.

If you are interested in volunteering as a CASA for Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot County SEARCH HERE for the CASA Volunteer Application. Please submit the application to:

CASA of Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot Counties
21 Court Street
Tiffin, OH 44883

If you have any questions please feel free to contact CASA at:

Tiffin CASA – (419) 448-1442	Fax (419) 448-6663
Fremont CASA – (419) 355-1442	Fax (419) 332-6414
Upper Sandusky CASA – (419) 209-1442	Fax (419) 209-1443