Getting started.
Who this helps
Children in child protection cases are assigned CASA volunteers by the court. Adults interested in volunteering must complete a 40-hour training program, pass a background check, and commit to serving for at least one year.
How to get started
If you are interested in volunteering, contact the program to learn about training opportunities. CASA volunteers typically spend 10-15 hours per month on their assigned cases, visiting children, interviewing parties, and preparing for court hearings.
How they can help.
The Maine CASA Program recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates for children in the child protection system. CASA volunteers are assigned to individual cases by judges and serve as independent voices for children's best interests. They conduct interviews, visit homes, review records, and prepare reports and recommendations for the court. The program operates under Maine's Administrative Office of the Courts.
- Court-appointed advocacy for children in foster care
- Independent fact-finding and investigation
- Court reports and recommendations
- Volunteer recruitment and training
- Monitoring of child welfare case plans
Before you get started.
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