Community Adolescents Striving for Achievement (CASA) Camden

Guadalupe Family Services, 509 State St, Camden, NJ 8102

Location of Community Adolescents Striving for Achievement (CASA) Camden campGuadalupe Family Services, 509 State St, Camden, NJ 8102

About

Community Adolescents Striving for Achievement (CASA) Camden offers academic, social, spiritual, and service programs for underserved, inner-city Camden youth. The program also includes college tours, SAT Prep classes, help with FAFSA and financial aid documents, and guidance for teens and families. It encourages career, military, and trade union paths.

Programs

  • Community Adolescents Striving for Achievement (CASA) Camden — underserved, inner-city Camden youth · Provides a safe, empowering, and enriching environment; teaches life skills through academic, social, spiritual, and service programs.

About the provider

Guadalupe Family Services (GFS) has been in Camden since 1995. The program leadership includes Sister Helen Cole SSJ, MSW, LCSW; Lourdes Sherby, MSW, LCSW; Cathy Lopez; Ms. Angie; Ms. Carmen; Ms. Ally; Ms. Angelica; Ms. Luz; and volunteers Ms. Barb, Mr. Connor, Ms. Deb, and Ms. Nancy. The text says Sister Helen Cole SSJ has been committed to peace and justice in Camden for more than 25 years, and that 100% of students in the CASA program graduate high school.

Insurance is not accepted. GFS works on a sliding scale payment system based on income. Bi-lingual counseling is available in English and Spanish. To enroll your teen or get more information, call 856-365-8081.

Last updated October 19, 2026.

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