Your Rights as a Parent
This document explains your rights and obligations as a parent. Available either as a Word document or in PDF format. If you choose PDF format, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the file.
By: Alaska Legal Services Corporation
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Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect in Alaska
(Separate Website)
This site answers a set of frequently-asked questions and provides a list of agency contacts if child abuse or neglect is suspected.
By: Office of Children's Services
PUB-5 / Child in Need of Aid Proceedings
(Separate Website)
This pamphlet answers some common questions about Child in Need of Aid (CINA) proceedings. Adobe Acrobat PDF.
By: Alaska Court System
Family Preservation Services
(Separate Website)
Here you will find information about services that help families (including adoptive and extended families) at risk or in crisis. You will find links to the various services that the Office of Childrens Services provides to the families of Alaska.
By: Office of Childrens Services, State of Alaska
Grievance Resolution Procedure, OCS
(Separate Website)
If you have a complaint with the Office of Children's Services and cannot resolve your complaint informally with your social worker, there is a grievance procedure which you may access. The Grievance Procedure is a formal way to ensure your complaint is considered at higher levels.
This site also contains links for the necessary forms to complete the procedure.
By: Office of Children's Services
Information for the Parents of Children Who Are in the Custody of OCS
(Separate Website)
Here you can find information about working with OCS to ensure that your child grows up in a safe, caring family. From this site, you can find information about residential care, foster care, adoption and guardianship, and other topics that may be helpful to you.
By: Office of Childrens Services, State of Alaska
PUB-25 / A Parent's or Guardian's Guide to the Child in Need of Aid Mediation Program
(Separate Website)
Description of the Child in Need of Aid mediation process. This guide discusses the role of the mediator and the rights of those involved in the mediation process. Adobe Acrobate PDF.
By: Alaska Court System
Resource Guide for Parents, Caregivers, and Service Providers Working with Alaska Native Children
(Separate Website)
This is a resource guide for parents, caregivers and service providers working with Alaska Native Children. Alaska C.A.R.E.S. provides services to children and families when there is a suspicion of sexual abuse.
By: Alaska C.A.R.E.S. (Child Abuse Response and Evaluation Services)
Glossary of Family Law Terms
(Separate Website)
Here you can find definitions of legal terms that are used in family law cases. You can also find links to court forms needed for family law cases.
By: Family Law Self-Help Center
PUB-3 / What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
(Separate Website)
Answers to some common questions about Guardians Ad Litem (GAL). Adobe Acrobat PDF.
By: Alaska Court System
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