Berkshire County CASA

Mission Statement

The mission of the Berkshire CASA Program is to train and support culturally competent volunteers who advocate for the best interests of children who are involved in the juvenile courts, particularly in cases where child abuse and neglect are a factor. CASAs work closely with the Berkshire Juvenile Court, the Department of Social Services, schools, agencies, parents, foster parents, therapists, the medical community, clergy and attorneys to ensure that children involved in the court system have: their interests well represented; access to needed services in their communities; and a safe, permanent, nurturing home.