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Hi there - I'm surprised nobody has replied to you before now. I guess the holidays are taking up everybody's free time. Honestly, I have never heard of a re-adoption. This is a very interesting post. Is it necessary for you to re-adopt? Have you considered Legal Custody instead? There is also guardianship. There is a lot of information about each way to go on this website. In my personal opinion, it would be kind of confusing to the kids to be re-adopted. It seems unnecessary to sever that bond and legal tie if the kids will stay in the family and the purpose of doing this is because of the grandparents concerns with aging. Although I understand you would need something "legal" in order to add them to health insurance and receive the adoption subsidy.
Just wondering how old they were when they were adopted the first time? How do the children feel about being split up? I'm not sure I'm totally clear on the all the details, but did you say the grandmother (adoptive parent) is not really in favor of giving up control? I can understand that. When the original commitment to adopt was made, I'm sure the decision was not made lightly. But at the same time, if the health of the grandparents preclude them from parenting these children into adulthood, it is a wonderful thing that you and the other family are willing to open your homes and add to the love and suport of these children.
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