Overview - Subsidized Guardianship Program 623-10-01-10

(Revised 2/20/07 ML #3066)

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Court ordered guardianship assign broad responsibilities for the child to the adult guardian. The court determines the nature and extent of the parents continuing relationship to the child.

• Maximum of 30 children for the first year of the biennium (1999-2001)
• Population: Youth age 16 – 18 will be given priority.  Sibling groups which include a youth in the 16 – 18 age group will also be given priority consideration.
• Grant of $490/month/child
• Assistance in paying for the expenses of the one-time non-recurring legal process for appointment as guardian.