CASA of Lancaster and Lebanon Counties
CASA Volunteers are citizens who are trained to advocate for the best interest of children in the foster care system. They are assigned to a child or sibling group and get to know the child, as well as biological parents, resource parents, caseworkers, teachers, therapists, and doctors. They meet with the parties on their case regularly, write reports to the court, and attend hearings to testify to what is in the child's best interest. They investigate, facilitate, advocate, and monitor throughout the life of the case, until the child achieves a safe and permanent home.
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Physical Address
120 North Shippen Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Voice
Application process
Volunteers are appointed by judges; Individuals seeking an advocate for a child can ask the child's caseworker at Lancaster County Children and Youth Social Service Agency.
Fee
None
Eligibility
Children of any age who are engaged in the family court system due to abuse or neglect. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must attend an information session, complete an application, provide three references and interview. Must complete a PA Criminal Background Check, a PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Fingerprinting and a Mandated Reporter Training, in addition to other bacground clearances run by staff.
Service area
Lancaster, PA
Agency info
CASA of Lancaster and Lebanon Counties
Provides qualified and compassionate court appointed volunteer advocacy to children who are abused and neglected, to ensure the fundamental human right of having a safe, nurturing, and permanent home is met.