Modification of a Subsidy Agreement. The subsidy amount may be readjusted periodically, with the concurrence of the adoptive parent/ guardian, based on the child’s changing needs and the circumstances of the adoptive parent/ guardian. An adoptive parent/guardian who wants to renegotiate the subsidy amount should contact the Adoption Unit in DHSS State Office. Non-Recurring Adoption or Guardianship Expenses All special needs children for whom a Title IV-E adoption or guardianship subsidy agreement has been signed are eligible for reimbursement of non-recurring adoption/guardianship expenses, up to a $2,000 limit. These expenses may include attorney’s fees, court costs, adoption/guardian home study fees, costs of pre-placement visitation and travel, and other one-time expenses directly related to the adoption/guardianship. Payment for non-recurring costs cannot be made until after the adoption/ guardianship is finalized, therefore, if the adoption/guardianship is not finalized, non-recurring expenses cannot be paid. The adoptive parent/guardian must provide the DHSS State Adoptions Unit a copy of the decree of adoption/guardianship order and bills or receipts for all claimed expenses for reimbursement to occur. The adoptive parent/guardian may choose to either be reimbursed directly or they can designate a third party to receive reimbursement.
