CAC volunteers advocate for children involved in Probate Court to resolve complex issues of guardianship.

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What is Probate Court?

Connecticut's Probate Courts protect the rights of individuals and ensure care, safety and community-based solutions for vulnerable residents and their families. In Connecticut, Probate Courts can be utilized for matters regarding children, such as: guardianship, termination of parental rights, emanciaption, custody, adoption, visitation, and mental health commitment.

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How does CAC get involved?

CAC Probate Court volunteer advocates are appointed by a Judge to serve as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) to advocate for the best interests of the child. 

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Probate Court volunteer advocates, in addition to other things, visit with the child; interview teachers, therapists, doctors, guardians, after-school program administrators, etc.; write court reports for the Judge; attend hearings; attend PPTs at school; and any other work necessary to help ensure that the child’s best interest is being served.

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