Foster Care Stories: The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem and How it Impacts Children in Foster Care

Two friends pull back the curtain on what a Guardian ad Litem does, why the role matters, and how one steady volunteer can change a child’s case. Andrea shares training, time commitment, school advocacy wins, and the power of speaking for the child alone.• what a guardian ad litem or CASA is and does• training, background checks, and virtual court workflow• time commitment of 12 to 15 hours per month• how to investigate when stories conflict• advocating for reunification visits with safety in view• teaming with attorneys and case advocate managers• securing IEPs and school services through trust and persistence• being the most consistent adult through placements and turnover• better outcomes with a GAL: stability, graduation, fewer referrals• how to volunteer and where to get startedWe know that foster care and adoption present unique challenges for your marriage, so we created this Same Page Checklist as a conversation starter for you and your spouse. You can download it for free on our website at https://www.havenretreatsinc.org/couples-free-resources-1. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram:Haven Retreats- https://www.instagram.com/haven.retreats/?hl=enBehind the Curtain Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/behind.the.curtain_pod/