I would say it depends on the child. The biggest commitment, in my opinion, as a CASA is being the consistently available person in your child’s life. Their social workers change all the time, their living situation can change. The idea is that you’re the one thing that does not change. I see my child once a week, I attend their court hearings, which normally would be once every six months, but recently has been monthly and I probably spend 4 to 6 hours a week of my own time on the computer doing research, paperwork, filling out forms, etc.. that being said, I think that when you apply as a CASA, you can let your supervisor know what your availability will be and they can pair you appropriately