Opinion ID: 2165762
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 7

Heading: There is sufficient evidence to support granting the petition for guardianship

Text: Finally, the father argues that there was no evidence to show that he was unfit, unwilling, or unable to care for A.S.W., or that A.S.W. would suffer emotional or physical harm if placed in father's custody. As discussed above in great detail, there was significant evidence to support the court's conclusions regarding the father's ability to care for A.S.W., particularly to deal with the special emotional needs A.S.W. would have if he were to be removed from his current home. Moreover, there was substantial evidence that A.S.W. was thriving in his current home. The foster mother testified that A.S.W. was a straight-A student and had received several awards at school for his performance. She stated that he enjoyed spending time with his family and playing sports. The foster parents attended A.S.W.'s soccer and baseball games. The foster mother said they have a very close relationship, and A.S.W. was a happy kid, in her opinion. Based upon the evidence discussed concerning the father's ability to care for A.S.W. and evidence concerning A.S.W.'s welfare and best interests, the trial court did not err in granting the petition for guardianship. [3]