About Us

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Adams and Broomfield Counties is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization that trains and supervises community volunteers to represent the best interests of our most vulnerable citizens-child victims of physical,sexual or emotional abuse and neglect. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The desired result is that children are placed into safe, loving homes where they can thrive.

After completing CASA training, volunteers are sworn in as Officers of the Court. Volunteers ensure that each child has a voice in court and that the Judge receives up-to-date, pertinent information so important decisions may be made regarding the child's educational and health related needs, therapy, visitation, and ultimately permanency. Each volunteer is vital in determining a safe and permanent home for the child.

Overview

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Adams and Broomfield Counties is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization that trains and supervises volunteers to represent the best interests of our most vulnerable citizens-child victims of physical,sexual or emotional abuse and neglect. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The desired result is that children are placed into safe, loving homes where they can thrive.

At a Glance:

Volunteer Advocates:

• Review social services, court, educational and medical records.
• Interview parents, foster parents, teachers, relatives.
• Meet with the child or sibling group regularly.
• Prepare detailed, objective court reports.
• Make recommendations to the judge.
• Ensure child's educational needs are met.

Who Can Volunteer?

Volunteers Must:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Submit a completed application
• Pass multiple background checks and a personal interview.
• Complete over 30 hours of training in
  • Courtroom procedure
  • Report Writing
  • Advocacy techniques
  • Investigation techniques
  • Cultural Competency
• Commit 18 months to the program.

Mission Statement

To provide specially selected and trained community volunteers, CASAs, to advocate for abused and neglected children in the pursuit of safe and permanent homes.