Unsure about the definitions of adoption terminology? Looking for a quick reference on a given topic? Take a look at our new adoption topics pages
Decision-Making for the Permanent Placement of Children North Carolina
Statute: §§ 7B-507; 7B-906; 7B-907
Review hearing within 90 days after dispositional hearing; every 6 months thereafter
Permanency hearing within 12 months of order removing custody; every 6 months thereafter
Permanency hearing within 30 days of a finding that reasonable efforts to reunify are not required
Persons Entitled to Attend Hearings
Statute: § 9B-907
The parent
The child if age 12 or older
The guardian
Any foster parent, relative, or preadoptive
parent providing care for the child
The custodian or agency with custody
The guardian ad litem
Any other person or agency the court may specify
Determinations Made at Hearings
Statute: § 9B-907
Review the progress made in finalizing the permanent plan for the child or, if necessary, make a new permanent plan
Permanency Options
Statute: § 9B-907
Return to parent
Legal guardianship
Adoption
Another permanent living arrangement
Change
Change Location
Specifying your location helps us to provide resources and information specific to your area. To specify your location, use the 'Settings' tab at the bottom right of the page.
advertisement
Sponsored Links
Find an adoption social worker or agency who can help. Start today!
Home-Study.Adoption.com
Parent Profiles
BJ & Tonya (AZ)
This loving family of 4 is looking to add one more. We are excited to be adopting and cant wait to meet you. Stop by and say hi. [more]
Adoption Tips
One of the first steps you should take once you've decided to adopt domestically, is to find out what the laws are in your state regarding the use of professionals.
Adoption Photolisting
Adoption E-Magazine