Pennsylvania Court Appointed Special Advocates - Advocacy
A volunteer-based non-profit organization providing a voice in the courts on behalf of abused and neglected children in Westmoreland County. CASA assists the courts to ensure the child's placement in a safe, permanent, and nurturing home.
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Physical Address
2 North Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
Hours
Weekdays 8:30am to 4:30pm
Voice
Application process
CASA is appointed to a child's case by a judge or hearing master in Family Court. Individuals seeking an advocate for a child can ask the child's caseworker through the Westmoreland County Children's Bureau or the child's attorney to complete a referral form.
Fee
None
Eligibility
Children of any age who are engaged in the family court system due to an abuse or neglect situation. For these children, the Westmoreland County Children's Bureau or Juvenile Probation are involved in the case.
Service area
Westmoreland, PA
Agency info
Pennsylvania Court Appointed Special Advocates
Statewide non-profit organization that develops and supports local CASA programs. CASAs are trained volunteers who, when authorized by a judge, speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. Local CASA associations recruit, train and support their own volunteers.