Foster Care

What Is Foster Care?
Foster care is generally when a child is placed in the custody of either a family member or a group home. When a child is placed with a family member, this is called Kinship Care, and the … more
What Is Aging Out Of Foster Care?
When a person turns 18, they receive certain rights, like the right to vote; but they are also deemed to be the age of majority. This means that they are no longer a child, but rather, are … more

Termination of Parental Rights
A legal termination of parental rights differs significantly from simply agreeing to not seek custody and/or visitation with a child. While parents are typically free to choose to live apart from or refrain from visiting with their children, they likely have a legal right to do so if they so choose. On the other hand, a legal termination of parental rights permanently prohibits a … more
What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
A guardian ad litem is appointed by a court in order to represent the best interests of the child. Either parent can request that a guardian ad litem be appointed for their child, or the court can appoint a guardian ad litem for the child. While some states require that a guardian ad litem be an attorney, other states’ courts will appoint guardian ad litems who are not … more

Pre-Discharge Compensation Claim
This form is used by the VA to determine your eligibility for compensation. (VA FORM 21-526c, JUL 2009)
Statement of Facts Supporting Eligibility for AFDC-Foster Care(FC)
This form should be completed by the parent/guardian and the placement worker to verify that the child is eligible to receive foster care. (FC 2 … more
Determination of Federal AFDC-FC Eligibility
This form should be completed in all cases when a juvenile court order has been issued. (FC 3 (11/04)
Foster Child Program Choice Indicator
Use this form to choose the type of aid you want to receive for the above-named related child(ren) placed in your care by the county welfare … more

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