CASA of Oceana County

To advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children in the court system, to ensure they receive resources needed to thrive and are placed in a permanent safe home.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children of Oceana County recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who advocate for children in the court system due to abuse or neglect. Children who are connected with CASA/GAL Volunteers are happier and more optimistic, more successful in school, and are more likely to find a safe and permanent home. CASA helps build a foundation upon which these children can build brighter, more promising futures, breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect and empowering them to reach their full potential.

Volunteers are essential for advocating for abused and neglected children as they work their way through the court system. The work is rewarding and meaningful to both the volunteer and child. Volunteers are expected to be professional, dependable, and punctual.

CASA of Oceana County, short for Court Appointed Special Advocates, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the Oceana County area of Michigan.

This organization recruits and trains volunteers to serve as court-appointed advocates for children involved in the foster care and child welfare system. CASA volunteers work closely with children, their families, and professionals involved in their cases to provide the courts with comprehensive information and recommendations, ultimately striving to ensure that these vulnerable children find safe, stable, and nurturing homes where their well-being is a top priority.