Who Are We?

​The Floyd County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Program operates under the umbrella organization of Harbor House-The Northwest Georgia Child Advocacy Center. Floyd County CASA is an organization of professional staff and trained volunteers who advocate for the welfare of abused and neglected children in foster care.

Who Are CASA Volunteers?

​ CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in court and other settings.

Mission

​Floyd County CASA’s mission is to provide training and supervision to volunteers who advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children who are under the jurisdiction of the Floyd County Juvenile Court.

QUALIFICATIONS
A CASA Volunteer must:
* Be 21 years of age or older Successfully pass screening and background check requirements.  
* Successfully complete initial training provided by Floyd County CASA.(30 hours of initial training plus 6-8 hours of courtroom observation. 
​* Complete 12 hours of continuing education per year and to attend (In-person and virtual) CASA in-service and training activities whenever possible.  ) 
* Be able to make a 12-month minimum commitment to a case. (An average of 10-15 hours per month)  
* Be able to keep information confidential and work within established program guidelines.  
*Be computer-literate.