Alex is the Chief Marketing Officer at an educational publishing company, and has been a CASA Volunteer since 2019.

Q: Why did you want to be a CASA?
A: I was drawn to the opportunity to use my native Spanish speaking skills and understanding of Hispanic culture to help foster children while also working directly with their families and in their community.

Q: What has been the best thing about being a CASA?
A: The incredible/priceless emotional pay for doing good. It's the best feeling to help others. Gets your mind off your own issues and puts your mind to work on making a difference.

Q: What has been the most difficult thing about being a CASA?
A: Sometimes children are not reunified with parents. Even if that's the best thing for them, it's still sad. Most children, even those who have been neglected, usually want to be with their biological parents.

Q: What is the secret to being a good CASA?
A: Caring! But most of all you have to see your child and establish a relationship so that you can really listen to them. Then I would say pushing to get things done that are just not happening, things like an evaluation at school, immigration process support, clothing or items that they need.

Q: How do you think CASAs make a difference?
A: CASAs play an important role due to their sole focus on what is best for the child. As a CASA you have the power to advocate for the child and to influence court orders that support what needs to be accomplished.

Thank you Alex for being a CASA!

If you would like to join Alex and be a CASA for a child in foster care, visit www.passaiccountycasa.org/getting-started to learn more!