A. Background

B. Why are parents not parenting their own children?

C. What challenges do kinship families face?

D. The 2003 edition of the Kinship Caregiver Resource Manual

A. Delegation of Powers by Parent or Guardian

B. Designation of Temporary or Standby Custodian

C. Third-Party Custody of Children in Family Court

D. Adoption

E. Appointment of Guardian or Minor in Probate Court

F. Child in Need of Protection and Services (CHIPS) Proceedings in Juvenile Court

1. In General
2. Relative Placement and Foster Care
3. Permanent Placement Decisions in CHIPS Actions

A. What is ICWA? What is MIPA?

B. What kind of cases are covered by ICWA and MIFPA?

C. Who is an Indian Child?

D. What's different when an Indian child is involved?

E. What responsibility does a kinship caregiver raising an Indian child have under these laws?

A. In General

B. What is involved in long-term planning?

C. What should a plan include?

D. What are the legal options?

E. What financial assistance is available?

F. How is a family legacy for the children created?

G. What support services are available?

Application Procedure for Public Assistance Programs

Appeal rights and Procedures

Minnesota Family Investment Program Statewide (MFIP)

General Assistance (GA)

Emergency Assistance (EA)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Social Security Benefits

Earned Income Tax Credit

Food Assistance

Health Insurance Coverage

Benefits For Children Involved with Juvenile Court CHIPS Cases

LISTING OF LEGAL SERVICES OFFICES BY COUNTY