"It's not clear to me what, if any, legal arrangements have been made so far regarding custody of your grandchild. That feels like an important factor here, considering he is living with you, and you'll need to be responsible for many decisions regarding his care. Grandparents' rights to visitation and custody vary by state. Start by familiarizing yourself with your state's laws. See if filing for custody is something that you can do. It's advisable to talk to a family law attorney, if you can."
"It's not appropriate for your daughter to make your grandson feel responsible for his family's medical coverage. And I'm not certain how she's pulling this off in the first place. Fraud (if it is fraud) would endanger your grandson's medical coverage, too, so speaking with the insurance provider and clarifying what's covered may also be an option for you, should you gain custody."
A 15-year-old grandson with Marfan syndrome moved in with his grandmother seven months ago and wants to attend a brick-and-mortar school. The mother refuses to allow school attendance, claiming that the grandson using the grandmother's address would cause the family to lose medical coverage and would lead to catastrophic family outcomes. The mother previously kept the grandson in cramped conditions. Custody arrangements are unclear, and the grandmother may need to assume legal responsibility for the child's care and schooling. The grandmother should review state custody laws, consult a family law attorney, and contact the insurer to clarify coverage and potential fraud.
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