CASA Corner
CASA Corner
Resources, tools, and Optima access for current advocates and CASA’s.
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Resources
Voices for Children Resources
Mileage Reimbursement
As a CASA volunteer, you can receive mileage reimbursement for any case-related travel or transportation of your CASA youth. Please use this form to submit your mileage and reach out to your Advocate Supervisor with any question.
Child Enrichment Fund
Each child VFC serves is eligible to receive funding for enrichment activities and/or goods through the Child Enrichment Fund. This can include items like school supplies, clothing, or activities such as sports enrollment, tutoring, or lessons. Please contact your Advocate Supervisor if you would like to make a CEF request for your appointed child. The CEF Request Form can be accessed here.
Reminders
Transporting Kids
If you are or plan to your appointed kids, we need to collect a photocopy of your valid driver's license and current auto insurance. Please reach out to your Advocate Supervisor if there are any changes to your license/insurance.
CEU Reminder
As a CASA you are required to complete 12 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) per calendar year, starting 12 months after your initial CASA training. Additionally, you are required to complete 1 hour related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). You can find a list of suggested CEU’s under the Continuing Education tab. To get credit for an activity simply notify your staff supervisor.
Contact Logs
Just a friendly reminder to stay on top of your contact logs in Optima. Your supervisor can provide you with real-time support and resources with more information.
If you are unable to get ahold of your Advocate Supervisor while our office is closed and you have a child protection concern, please call the Colorado Child Abuse Hotline at 844-264 -5437. Additionally, the Boulder PD non-emergency dispatch number is 303-441-3333.
Continuing Education
Voices for Children, CASA of Boulder County requires volunteers to complete 12 hours of continuing education each year. Continuing education credits can be completed through a combination of resources, including movies, T.V. shows, podcasts, books, and more. Click here to access these resources.
We recognize, respect, promote, and celebrate the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and have organized continuing education content by specific areas of DEI. Click here to access these resources.
"As a CASA, you make a meaningful difference in a child's life - a child that doesn't have many people looking out for them."
"Every child deserves a safe environment to grow up in, including a roof over their head, nutritious food in the belly, and an opportunity for education. I'm happy to be a part of the process by being a caring adult who can help a child receive those things."
"There is nothing like the feeling of earning a hug from a child who is generally suspicious of everybody. It's amazing what your calm, regular, and reliable presence can do for a child in need. This is one of the most rewarding volunteer opportunities out there!"