About CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocate

Picture yourself as a CASA volunteer

YOU are the voice for a child in court
--Gather information about the child through talking to caseworkers, caregivers, lawyers, teachers, service providers and others.
--Report and make recommendations to the judge based on facts and observations.

YOU are a caring adult for an anxious child
--Share time with the child building trust and rapport, serving as a mentor and advocate.
--Monitor services to meet the child's physical, medical, educational, and emotional needs.
--Help bring stability in the life of a child when everything else can change in an instant.

Application Process

visit www.casasouthtx.org
The main office is in Pleasanton, Texas. CASA volunteers can serve in any/all counties.

Karnes and Wilson counties:
call 830-321-9978
email: [email protected]

Atascosa, Frio, La Salle counties:
call 830-267-1025
email: [email protected]

Staff contacts above welcome questions and will provide all forms.

Process highlights:
YOU
--are at least 21 years old
--complete application process
--complete 30 hours of training
--agree to 1-year commitment
--pass a thorough background check
--maintain confidentiality