Frequently Asked Questions
Whitman County CASA
Frequently Asked Questions
CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate.
Research studies have shown that the introduction of just one caring adult in the life of an abused child can change the course of that child's
life forever. With volunteer advocates, children who have known only hurt, rejection, and disappointment from adults learn to trust, and hope,
and love. A court appointed volunteer advocate makes a profound and positive difference for abused children.
No special skills are required - only the desire and commitment to make a difference. Advocates are asked for a minimum commitment of 18 months
in order to ensure stability and consistency for the children we serve.
An advocate generally sees a child on a regular basis, spending between 10 and 15 hours each month on volunteer responsibilities. Approximately twice a
year, volunteers submit reports to the court and attend a court hearing regarding the child.
Your first step to becoming a CASA is to download a copy of the
job description and application form
. This is your chance to learn more about the
program. Then if you still have questions contact the CASA office for more information.
If you do not have the time to commit to being an advocate there may be other ways that you can help the CASA program. For more information contact the
CASA office.
Yes. A thirty hour training curriculum is mandated by National CASA and
by Washington State CASA. You will learn about the child welfare
system, how to work with children involved in the system, and other skills necessary to help
the child you are appointed to serve. Volunteers can choose from a range of options to satisfy the 12 hours of additional training that are required of advocates annually.
Each volunteer is continuously supported by program staff.
Email: Whitman
County CASA
Telephone: (509)397-5300
Mailing Address: PO Box 598, Colfax, WA
99111
Physical Address: 400 N Main Street,
Colfax, WA 99111