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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, I would also get him evaluation by Infants and Toddlers (depending on where you live it could be called Early Intervention). It's a free service that evaluates young children - birth through 3.  Every state has it.  They evaluate all areas of development and will give you a general synopsis of where your nephew is.  [/quote]

Thank you, I live in PG County, Maryland.  I will look into this.

I really can't imagine my life without him it in.  I've done some serious thinking about this and come to the conclusion that I'm "all in", even if he does have problems later.  Financially, it will be rough to pay for daycare but I will figure something out.  I really wish my sis had life insurance, it would have made things much easier.

Get life insurance people!!!

I have life insurance on myself, but I'm going to call to increase the amount now, after going through this.  My sis left behind a lot of debt. [/quote]

[b]The child should be receiving social security. Apply for social security.[/quote][/b]

Yes, if you haven't already, apply for Social Security survivor benefits on behalf of your nephew. You can make an appointment with your local SS office.[/quote]

Thank you!!! I have not done this but will look into it first thing Monday![/quote]

Yes benefits are available if your sister worked and paid into the SS system. You will need to take documents with you. You can get the list on the SS website. You will need the child's birth certificate and social security number and the death certificates. One of the big issues you will face is the missing father. If the birth certificate lists a father then you will have to find him.

One other thing. You may have to set up guardianship in order to receive the checks. If so you may need a lawyer. It's pretty simple to do and if you do that together with the adoption you may be able to get your legal fees reimbursed through a tax refund in the tax year you complete the adoption.

You might want to contact an attorney. They can give you their fees - it's usually a flat rate unless you have complications. A few years back I think I paid around $3,500 but I already had a home study and all of the other court requirements. To get names of attorneys, google Adoption Attorneys. Some of the popular ones are Jennifer Fairfax, Peter Wiernicki, Kristen Gullig.

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