Mission and Vision

Mission

Our

Coastal Plain CASA advocates for children, providing court-appointed volunteers so each child in the dependency court system feels cared for and connected with people, families, and resources they need to heal and flourish into adulthood.

Our mission is to make sure that EVERY child in foster care in the Tift Judicial Circuit has a CASA volunteer on their side ready to stand up for their best interests.

Vision

Our

is that all children are nurtured in the hearts and homes of safe and loving families.

Risk Factors

For Child Abuse In The Home

  1. Domestic violence

  2. Caregiver alcohol and/or drug abuse

  3. Untreated mental health

  4. Lack of parenting skills

  5. Stress and lack of support

How to report child abuse

Helpline Georgia’s helpline is an information and referral toll-free number for people who are concerned about the healthy development of children and the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Callers will be connected to appropriate community resources from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday.

To Report Child Maltreatment Suspected child abuse or neglect can be reported to the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS). Please call 1-855-GACHILD (1-855-422-4453). Reports are taken 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have an emergency, please call 911 or your local department.

For volunteers, CASA is a life-changing experience that makes our community a better place.