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.How to Give Someone Temporary Permission to Care for Your Child in Oregon
If a parent is temporarily unable to care for their child, they can use a "Delegation of Parental Powers" form to give someone else permission to step in until they can resume parenting responsibilities. Learn more about this option here.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.Becoming a Legal Guardian
Read about how to become a child’s legal guardian and explore out-of-court alternatives to guardianship.