Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County

The outcomes of CASA OC’s advocacy are profound. In California, only 64% of youth in foster care will graduate high school. Yet, youth with a CASA in Orange County beat those formidable odds with a graduation rate of 96%. CASA supported youth are more likely to access mental and physical health care, remain in stable placements, build independent living skills, and avoid homelessness and incarceration. CASA OC’s proven model strengthens protective factors and addresses the social determinants of health, giving each youth the tools and relationships they need to transition successfully into adulthood. Additionally, children with a CASA volunteer are substantially less likely to spend time in long-term foster care and are less likely to re-enter the system.