The Wood County Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad litem Program was recently awarded
certification by the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association.
The certification recognizes that Wood County’s CASA/GAL program is in compliance with the national
group’s standards for child advocacy.
"The National CASA quality assurance process is very rigorous, and reflects our commitment to ensure
every child we serve has the most powerful volunteer advocate working on their behalf," said
Michael Piraino, CEO of the National CASA Association in a press release.
"This certification says the Wood County CASA/GAL Program has demonstrated to us a strong capacity
to provide excellent services to the abused and neglected children with their community."
"The national certification of Wood County’s CASA/GAL Program is a testament to the commitment of
the volunteers and supporters" of the program, said Wood County Juvenile Court Judge David Woessner
in the release.
The Wood County CASA/GAL program was started in 1988. In 2013, the program had 42 volunteers who were
appointed to assist 144 children.
Those interested in learning more about becoming a CASA/GAL volunteer may contact Program Director Carol
Fox at 419-352-3554 or [email protected].