PLACEMENT QUESTIONS
As foster parents we are required to take charge of the childrens' lives
in our homes. To help with this task and prevent possible allegations,
the following is a list of questions to ask prior to accepting a placement.
It is suggested you print
this page and keep it by your telephone.
1. Name, sex, age?
2. Reason for placement?
3.Previous placements?
a. Reason for removal?
b.Ask to speak/phone to previous care provider
c. Has the child made any allegations against previous foster parents/group
home?
4. Reimbursement rate?
5. Visitation?
a. Who?
b. Where?
c. Monitored?
6. Child's medical history and current medical needs:
a. Medical diagnosis?
b. Psychological diagnosis?
c. Current medication?
d. neurological diagnosis
e. Dental?
7. Siblings?
8. Developmental level?
9. Is the child in therapy?
a. where?
b. how often?
c. transportation?
10. School last attended? Grade?
a. Learning disorders?
b. Special Education?
c. IEP?
11. Known or suspected dangerous propensities
a. Gang affiliations?
b. Fire setter?
c. Liar?
d. Sexually acting out?
e. Steals?
12. Legal status?
13. Anticipated length of placement?
14. Is religion a concern?
15. Does child have any unusual habits? Likes? Dislikes?
**NOTE: When arranging for the placement or replacement of a child and
on an ongoing basis, the CSW is required by statute (CDSS MPP 31-405.1
(n) and (o) to provide the caregiver with information as available regarding
but limited to:
1. Educational
2. Medical
3. Placement
4. Family
5. Behavioral
The caregiver is
also to be provided with information regarding any known or suspected
dangerous behavior of the child. The above
quoted statute is a California statute. However, it is very possible that
most states have the same requirement or similar requirements. If your
state has their regulations/statutes on-line, you may find them by clicking
HERE, then click on
your state.
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