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BRAND new foster parent

Sherri - posted on 09/08/2011 ( 3 moms have responded )

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So when I say BRAND new, I mean since Monday. She's not even a "foster" child. She is a friend of my step sons that needed a place to go. i'm not sure if that even qualifies me as a foster parent BUT I need some advice...

She is 15 and here with her mom's consent. Her mother is willing to sign something stating that I have guardianship, but the school is telling my husband and I that this isn't good enough to change the school records. The issue is that I need to be able to take her to the doctor, write her a note if she's late, sign her permission forms, etc. Any idea what I should do in order to make this possible and make me her legal guardian (live in Ontatio, Canada) without her mother giving up legal custody?

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Bonita - posted on 08/26/2012

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Biological Mom can list you as legal guardian! She can do this at your local DSS! It has to be in writing for school and anytype of medical care.

Bonnie - posted on 02/24/2012

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I am not sure there. Guardianship here is all you need. AZ, USA

Sue - posted on 11/28/2011

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I had to get Power of Attorney also!! check with the schools, but i know it works for the Dr's offices

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