Legal Steps
Many caregivers have questions about their legal relationship to the children they care for. Our Legal Steps Manual and legal resources can help you discover the pros and cons of the variety of options that may be available to relative caregivers, from the non-court form called the Delegation of Parental Powers, to third-party custody, adoption and guardianship.
Legal Steps Manual
The Legal Steps Manual explains options for strengthening your legal relationship with the children you are concerned about. Click here for more information or to request a copy of the Legal Steps Manual — free for caregivers or potential caregivers.
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MKCA's Attorney's List and Questionaire
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"MKCA is pleased to share this information with you in support of kinship caregivers. Please be aware that MKCA is staffed by human service workers, not attorneys. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney."
