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 …
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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 …
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Legal Articles
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 …
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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 …
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Pre-Discharge Compensation Claim
This form is used by the VA to determine your eligibility for compensation. (VA FORM 21-526c, JUL 2009)
Otto A. Huth Scholarship Application
If you have been in foster care for at least a year, use this form to apply for a scholarship to attend one of Nevada's State Universities.
Otto A. Huth Scholarship Renewal Application
If you are a foster care child who has received an initial scholarship to attend a State University, use this form to apply for your renewal.
