@SandraH003 The poster stated in the question: "My grandson was place with us in Dec. of last year by DHR and is still with us."
Since it is now July 2021, the child has already met the more than the half year residency test, so unless the mother also lives with the poster and child, only the poster can claim the dependent and CTC for 2021.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
