CASA of Oceana County

Mission: To advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system by recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers to act as independent voices for children.

CASA of Oceana County, short for Court Appointed Special Advocates, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children in the court system to ensure they receive resources needed to thrive and are placed in a permanent safe 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.

CASA of Oceana County is supervised by The Fountain Hill Center-Lakeshore Counseling Office, a nonprofit that provides health and wellness services to Oceana County.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children of Oceana County recruits, trains, and supports volunteers to serve as court-appointed advocates for children involved in the foster care and child welfare system. All volunteers go through a background check, interview, and 30 hours of pre-service training.

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.

The CASA program also raises awareness about child abuse and participates/facilitates prevention efforts.