Non-Traditional Families
Guardianship, Custody, and Adoption: Long-Term Legal Options for People Raising Another Person’s Child
If you’re raising someone else's child, this article will help you understand your options for getting long-term legal rights.Raising Grandkids: Legal Options for Oregon Grandparents
If you're a grandparent raising grandchildren, this guide covers temporary and long-term legal solutions for getting grandparent rights in Oregon.Caring for a Relative's Child
Learn about your rights when caring for a relative’s child, including how to make decisions for the child when you lose contact with the parents.Child Adoption in Oregon
If you want to become a parent or are caring for someone else’s child, you may be thinking about adoption. This article explains what adoption is, who can adopt, how much it costs, and alternatives to adoption.Child Guardianship
"Child Guardianship" refers to a court process in which a judge approves or chooses someone other than the child's parents to become the child's legal caretaker. Learn more about child guardianship here.