Am responding late for benefit of others in my position -
Wardship is granted. Aug 09. Met with Case officer, very kind, supportive lady, who expressed her trust in us as parents, based on history she had. Explained our childs situation and she willing to work with us in best interest of our child.
Wardship for a child is very do-able, I cant believe it! I expected awful things - like paperwork, receipts, accountability. I will keep my records for my case officer and my child, (who will not be in wardship for ever) - simply because I feel I should since Im spending (in childs benefit) the money awarded.
Once we're straight with wards office, they are straight too. Im v glad we did this. Hope this helps someone else, sometime. Thank you.