When a child is a victim of abuse or neglect and becomes a dependent of the juvenile court, the world becomes a bewildering maze -- the court deciding where the child should live and what services should be provided. A CASA volunteer becomes a trusted friend and security
for the child at a frightening, overwhelming time.
In the United States, over one million children become victims of child abuse or neglect every year. In San Luis Obispo County approximately . . .
- 650 children receive county services due to their abuse or neglect.
- 500 children are under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court due to abuse and neglect.
- 120 abused or neglected children have their own CASA volunteer to advocate for their unique needs and to speak for them in court.
- 380 abused or neglected children need a CASA volunteer.
CASA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and depends on community donations to support the local CASA program.
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