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Yes. In order for a stepparent to legally adopt a child, BOTH biological parents must agree and the noncustodial parent's parental rights are terminated in court. This has to be done before a stepchild can be adopted by their stepparent.

Guardian Assistance Program The Guardianship Assistance Program promotes guardianship as a permanency option for children in foster care who have been placed with a licensed relative or kinship caregiver for at least six months. This program provides financial support and, in most cases, Medicaid for the child.

Inheritance ▪ An adopted child has the same inheritance rights as a birth child. The child has no rights of inheritance from the legal guardian unless the child has been included in the guardian's will. child's birth parents do not regain their parental rights or any right to be involved in the child's life.

Typically, a child's Social Security survivors benefits continue even after adoption, as long as the benefits are based on the earnings of the deceased biological parents. The benefits usually remain in place until the child reaches a certain age, typically 18 or 19 if they are still in high school.

Required Consents The consent of the child's mother, if she is living, is required by law to complete an adoption. The consent of a child's father who has established paternity or signed a paternity affidavit is also required.

The most important thing to remember is how you manage your mental illness. Your disorder should not prevent you from adopting if you can show your caseworker that you: Have experience handling your mental health successfully. Know when to reach out for help.

An attempt to reverse an adoption can be made by the primary parties, including the biological parents, the adoptive parents, or the adopted child. In the case of the biological parents requesting the return of the child, it may be possible if the adoptive parents agree.

What are the adoption licensing requirements in Indiana? Complete 16 hours of training, CPS checks, and criminal background checks, which are required for the state of Indiana. Complete the application packet that you received from the county or agency you are working with. Complete your home study process.

Certain medical or psychological conditions can also negatively affect the status of an adoption application. Conditions that reflect negatively on an applicant include chronic conditions such as diabetes or AIDS, or life-threatening conditions such as cancer.