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Focus on Children What is the purpose
of ths program?
Family changes can be stressful for parents and children. "Focus on
Children" is a three and one-half hour, multi-media program designed to
help parents focus on and respond well to children's needs during
divorce or separation. The program is conducted by qualified
professionals employed by Lane County. Topics include What parents say about
the class: "I would recommend this class because it points to our
children's needs not ours." "I really liked hearing what other parents
are going through." "It made me think." "I'm glad it was required." Who must attend the
program? You must attend if you are the parent of a child under 18,
AND you are a party in a Lane County dissolution (divorce), legal
separation, or legal action to establish custody or parenting time. Lane
County Circuit Court Local Rule 8.012 sets forth the consequences for
parents who fail to attend "Focus on Children" or a similar class.
What if I live outside
of Lane County? You may attend a similar class if one is offered in
the county where you live. Call "Focus on Children" at 541-682-2070 to
request the location of the class closest to where you live. If there
is no program in your area and it is not possible for you to attend in
Lane County, you may apply to waive the class requirement. What is the cost of
the program? The cost of the class is $45 for each person who
attends. A check or money for $45 payable to "Focus on Children" must
be enclosed with your registration form for you to be enrolled in the
program. If you are unable to pay the full amount, call "Focus on
Children" at 541-682-2070 to request a fee reduction application. This
information is not intended to provide legal advice. Any
incidental fee-paying University of Oregon student who has
questions about family law issues may call ASUO
Legal
Services at 346-4273 to arrange an appointment. |
