Bruises, or ecchymoses, are a discoloration and tenderness of the skin or mucous membranes due to the leakage of blood from an injured blood vessel into the tissues. Pupura refers to bruising as the result of a disease condition. A very small bruise is called a petechia.
Kinship care is defined as the full-time care, nurturing, and. protection of a child by relatives, as set forth in Â§ 63.2-100 of the Code of Virginia. However, in Virginia the definition of relative varies from program to program. The. way relative is defined, for purposes of kinship care, is important because it. influences placement, access to information, and eligibility for program benefits.
Legal Guardianship Temporary Guardianship Guardianship is a court process by which a person other than a parent is given indefinite or long-term legal responsibility for a minor child. Appointing a guardian in Indiana requires the filing of a petition and approval by the court. Depending on the circumstances, it can be a complicated ordeal. We've simplified the process by providing you with all the forms and documentation you need to file quickly and easily.