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Greater Richmond SCAN

1600 Oliver Hill Way
Richmond, VA 23219

(804) 646-0516

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Who We Are

Richmond CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) recruits, trains and supervises volunteers who advocate for the needs of abused, neglected, and at-risk children in juvenile dependency proceedings. By advocating for children in court cases, CASA volunteers promote safe, permanent homes for all children and educate the community about the needs of abused and neglected children.​

CASA volunteers complete 35 hours of intensive training, are sworn in by the Chief Judge as Officers of the Court and are appointed to cases. Volunteers gather information on each child’s situation so they can determine the needs of the individual child. They submit reports to the court, providing insight into the child’s life and assist the court in making informed decisions regarding the child’s future.​

As mandated in the Code of Virginia, Richmond CASA volunteers communicate with the people involved in the child’s life to collect information and monitor services provided to the child and the family. CASA volunteers report these findings to the Court and make recommendations for the child and family based on this information. While gathering information about the child’s circumstances, volunteers work alongside social workers, mental health workers, police officers, attorneys, teachers and physicians, always advocating for what is in the best interest of the child.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Richmond City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
Call for Information

Age Requirements
18 and over
Other Eligibility Criteria
Serves children and adolescents involved with the Richmond Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. Volunteers must be an adult

Intake Process
Call for information. Advocates are appointed by the Court.
Documents Required
Call for details
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Telephone
(804) 646-0516

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