Children In The Foster Care System
Children in the foster care system have experienced various levels of instability. They have been placed in foster care through no fault of their own.
Ohio law provides biological parents with the opportunity to address the issues that resulted in their child/ren being placed in foster care. If parents are not able to address the issues causing their child/ren to be placed in foster care, their parental rights may be terminated by a juvenile court. Permanent custody is then transferred to a children services agency to effectuate the adoption of the child/ren.
Adopting A Child From The Foster Care System
When a foster child is available for adoption, it can be an exciting time, but it takes fortitude. There are many struggles along the way.
Working with an experienced adoption attorney can help you not only with the actual adoption but also with preparation. Most children who are in the permanent custody of a county agency are eligible for adoption assistance, which may include:
- Monthly stipend
- Medical card
- Reimbursement for some adoption expenses
- Possible eligibility for the Ohio Adoption Grant program
- Post-adoption services
- Potential adoption tax credit
Opening your heart and home to a foster child in need may take work, but the rewards are extraordinary.
Contact Me For A Free Consultation
At Ehrenborg Law, I have been helping families navigate through the foster care system and adoption of foster children for more than 20 years. I look forward to working with you. Call Ehrenborg Law in Columbus at 614-908-0196 to learn more about my adoption services. You may also contact me online.