Adoption And Benefits Impact

Summary

Marriage in Iowa can impact Social Security Disability benefits and child support. Your son can adopt his fiances child after marriage, but must prove a stable home and terminate the biological fathers rights. Consult Iowa Department of Human Services for specific advice.

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My son is * and was full custody of his * yr old. He is planning to get married and adopt his fiance's * yr old daughter. The fiance is on ss disability due to MS. They are currently living together. He works two low paying jobs. (maybe $40k)
Hello ****, could you please tell me which state you are located in? This will help me provide more accurate information.
Iowa
Hello ****, in Iowa:
- Your son can adopt his fiance's child after marriage.
- He must prove he can provide a stable home.
- The biological father's rights must be terminated.
For more details, contact:

Iowa Judicial Branch


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA *
Website: www.iowacourts.gov

My question is... what affect will their getting married have on benefits?
In Iowa, marriage can affect benefits. Here are some points:
- Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits may change.
- If your son's income is considered, it could affect the fiance's SSD benefits.
- Child support could be affected by the marriage.
For specific advice, contact Iowa Department of Human Services:

Iowa Department of Human Services


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA *
Website: www.dhs.iowa.gov