[BrandyHagz]

Great resource Chris! I've copied the information below so other users can view it!

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