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How do I co parent a different state?
One of the most important things you can do when your kids live in another state is to maintain regular, consistent communication with them. Say you plan to talk with your kids on the phone or by FaceTime or Skype three times a week. Don’t wait for a convenient time to come along; schedule those calls in advance.
What age does child support end in CT?
18 years old
Usually, the duty to support created by a child support order ends when the child is 18 years old. However, this may vary from state to state. For example, in Connecticut, the duty to support may go to age 19 if the child is still in high school.
Can a custodial parent move to another state?
If the whole family previously lived in the home state of the custodial parent and child, that state will continue to have personal jurisdiction over the non-custodial parent, even after he or she moves away.
Who is eligible for Connecticut birth to three?
Children younger than age 3 with developmental delays may be eligible for early intervention services through the Connecticut Birth to Three Program ( www.birth23.org/) ** TFA – Any relative who has a child living with them can receive TFA (Temporary Financial Assistance) for the child only, regardless of the relative’s income or assets.
Can a parent still live in the state that entered the child support order?
If at least one parent still lives in the state that entered the first child support order: Under UIFSA, the state where the first child support order was entered has continuing exclusive jurisdiction over the case.
Are there support groups for grandparents in Connecticut?
** GRANDPARENT AND OTHER CUSTODIAL RELATIVES SUPPORT GROUPS – There are support groups in Connecticut for relatives raising children. These groups supply information about benefit programs as well as social and emotional support to the caregiver. For referral to a Grandparent Support Group, call 2-1-1.