His sister is 18, so she's moving out. His father's in jail and his mother's dead. How can I help him deal with this? I am 21, can he live with me until he's 18 because he's a friend of the family?
2006-09-26 06:06:17 · 12 answers · asked by I think... 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Wow this must be awful for all involved..you said his sister is 18 and moving out on her own and this leaves the boy alone with no one to care for him..The sister can't take him with her?? You could check and see if they would allow you to supervise him until he's 18 but don't be surprised if they think the ages are too close..if you can't take him be there for him..offer support do not disappear from this young mans life,,see if they will allow you to take him to see a movie or get pizza every so often..Good Luck to both of you
2006-09-26 06:13:08 · answer #1 · answered by enoughmichele04 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You have to see what the laws are. You might also have to get someone to sign guardianship over to you. Since he's father is the only living parent you might have to go the prison to speak with him about it. If he's a ward of the state you can talk to a lawyer and see what they say. Don't forget you have to be able to provide for him and take care of him. I know you think that will be easy since he's older but you will be responsible for him and his well being, that means providing his food, clothing and giving him a roof over his head. Be sure you can do all the things you're suppose to do as a parent before you take on taking him under your wing.
2006-09-26 06:12:33 · answer #2 · answered by clarnely_2001 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could go to court and try for guardianship, but I think in most states you'd at least have to meet the qualifications to be a foster parent. Not much chance of that at 21. But nothing stops you and he from going to a judge and asking them to allow what you propose. Some judges see themselves as not only interpreters of the laws, but as deliverers from injustice and awful situation slike this one. Some magistrates in family court, depending on how they evaluate you, might intervene with the relevant agencies to review your living situation and allow it on a temporary basis. But the best thing you can do is do an initial consultation with a family court attorney who knows the laws and procedures in your state.
2006-09-26 06:12:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
9 months isn't to previous in any respect! many those who're searching to undertake are seeking for for little ones from beginning to three years! in case you want to grant her up for adoption its extra ideal to do it now so she will be able to bond with her new relatives. Q2. it really is extra sturdy for older toddlers to get followed, something over 4-5 i'd say is considered previous in adoption.
2016-11-24 20:26:35 · answer #4 · answered by vaibhav 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since he is under age, someone needs to be his legal guardian. Legally i dont think you will qualify. You need to get a hold of the social working involved with his case and see if there is anyway he can stay with his sister or even you. Maybe your parents can even file to become his legal guardians.
2006-09-26 06:10:59 · answer #5 · answered by Jer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the laws in your state, he might be able to live with you but you would probably first have to complete the process to become a registered foster parent.
2006-09-26 06:08:35 · answer #6 · answered by auskan2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
his sister is 18 and the only living relitive, he can live with her, or maybe an aunt, before they do the adoption thing.
2006-09-26 06:08:48 · answer #7 · answered by Skuya!!! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you're a responsible persons I don't see why he can't live with you. Thank you for caring so much and being there for them!
2006-09-26 06:08:45 · answer #8 · answered by Tall Guy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you would try to get guardianship of him because he is a miner,poor guy : / it's worth a try. but can't be file for emancipation at 16? be his own guardian? depending on your state law's.
2006-09-26 06:09:22 · answer #9 · answered by anyways_fukitol 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can talk this over with your parents and the authorities who are putting him in protective custody.
2006-09-26 06:08:06 · answer #10 · answered by chrstnwrtr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋