Md. Code Regs. 07.02.29.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 26, December 27, 2024

Section 07.02.29.01 - Purpose

A. The purpose of the guardianship assistance program is to provide legal stability for a child who is in the custody or guardianship of a local department of social services by allowing relative caregivers to take full legal responsibility for the child.

B. The goals of the guardianship assistance program are to:

(1) Encourage relative caregivers to become legal guardians of a child who has been placed in their home by a local department of social services by removing financial barriers; and

(2) Provide a permanent, safe, nurturing environment for a child that supports a familial cultural background.

Md. Code Regs. 07.02.29.01