Meet Elaine Beyer. She has been with CASA for almost a year. She started CASA as one of our CASA Tutors and then went through the training to become an advocate. She was sworn in on March 25, 2021 and accepted her first case in July. Since then, she has worked hard through the trials of this year to advocate for the best interest of her CASA child. Elaine was inspired to become involved with CASA by her niece, Jade, who was once a foster child. She wanted to make a difference in the lives of children who were treated unfairly.

Elaine Beyer has been married to Dr. Matthew Beyer for 29 years. She has six daughters and one BRAND NEW granddaughter!! She has been a resident of Houma for approximately 23 years. She was born in Georgia and raised in Gonzales, La. If her name sounds familiar that is because she is a teacher at Vandebilt Catholic School and is involved in many different activities. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling. She also thoroughly enjoys a good conversation.

Elaine is such a joy to work with. Her personality is full of fun, love and wisdom. She is a treasure to CASA of Terrebonne. When asked what advice she would give to someone who was thinking about becoming a CASA volunteer, she said, “I would share what I learned from Jade: it doesn’t have to be the perfect time and you don’t have to be the perfect person. What matters is that you are willing to love. The most important gift that you can give to any child is the knowledge that they are loved by someone – that they matter.” What a perfect explanation of what it takes to be a CASA volunteer. Elaine then went on to say that she is so glad that she didn’t allow fear to hold her back from being a CASA volunteer. Being a CASA has been one of the most meaningful experiences of her life.