This handbook from the University of South Florida School of Social Works Florida Kinship Center is an example of an effort to provide information about legal issues and services available to people who are caring for the children of relatives. The sections provide insight into legal procedures, the child protective system, visitation rights, social services, education, and legal representation. Most of the information is specific to Florida. CONTENTS Part I: Introduction Part II: The Law and Your Family Part III: Kinship Care and the Child Protection System Part IV: Visitation Rights Part V: Benefits and Services Part VI: Education Part VII: Kinship Care and the Future Part VIII: Kinship Care and Legal Representation Part IX: Conclusion Appendices Relative Caregiver Checklist
