The parent continues to be financially responsible for the support of a child in a Yurok family law guardianship. Support can be an informal arrangement between parent and legal guardian or through the child support services program, as described in this Code.

Where parental support is lacking, there may be financial aid. Applications may be submitted to the Yurok Tribal Department of Social Services eligibility office. The child’s eligibility for Supplemental Security Income disability benefits or Social Security Act death or disability benefits on the account of a parent can also be explored.

Prospective Yurok family law guardianship guardians should be aware that the benefits available to Yurok family law guardianship guardians are not at the same level offered to caregivers who become guardians of children who were in foster care. [Ord. 50 § 14.5, adopted, 3/23/2017.]