CASA of San Mateo County
Jackie Siminitus has extensive experience in advocacy, counseling, and communications, with a focus on supporting vulnerable populations. Currently serving as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate at CASA of San Mateo County since 2016, Jackie advocates for youth in the Foster Care system. At Peninsula Family Service since 2015, Jackie works as a Senior Peer Counselor, providing resources and support to elderly clients. Previous roles include serving on the San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury, a Citywide Communications Intern for the City of San Mateo, and a Social Media Specialist at CareLinx. Jackie has also held various positions at AT&T and the California School Library Association, contributing to library and education sectors. Jackie holds degrees in Sociology and Spanish, Library and Information Science, and Digital Media: Graphic Design.
CASA of San Mateo County
Court Appointed Special Advocates - CASA of San Mateo County empowers YOU to make a difference in the life of a child who has been abused or neglected. What We do: CASA of San Mateo County recruits, trains, and supports adult volunteers as a powerful voice for the best interest of abused and neglected children who have come under the court’s protection because their parents can’t or won’t take care of them. What CASA Volunteers do: They listen first. Then they act. Volunteers devote 2-4 hours a week getting to know the child by talking with everyone in that child's life: parents and relatives, foster parents, teachers, medical professionals, attorneys, social workers and others. They use the information they gather to inform judges and others of what the child needs and what will be the best permanent home for them. They provide consistent, caring support and make sure the child doesn't get lost in the system. For many children, their CASA volunteer will be the one constant adult presence in their lives. For many volunteers, CASA is a life-changing experience that makes a difference in our community. With just a few hours a week, you can make a lifetime of impact for a child in foster care. Sign up for an orientation by emailing natalie@casaofsanmateo.org or visit our website for more information. How can you help? Donate - Volunteer - Get Involved.