CASA Mission Statement

CASA supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy so every child who has experienced abuse or neglect can be safe, have a permanent home, and the opportunity to thrive.

CASA Volunteers have a variety of responsibilities…

  • Identifying and assessing risks to a child’s safety

  • Establishing supportive connections for children to improve stability in their lives

  • Ensure proper physical and mental assessments are undertaken while keeping everyone involved in the case informed

  • Verify educational assessments are completed and supports are in place

  • and more

Ouachita CASA Branch

  • Work collaboratively with other public and private agencies, including DHS/DCFS, Attorneys ad litem, Parent Counsel, and community groups

  • Investigate the case to which he or she is assigned to provide independent factual information to the court

  • Monitor cases to ensure compliance with court orders

  • and more