USCSI Interviews
Who will be requesting virtual Interview with the UACs claiming asylum?
Answer:
USCSI (United States Citizenship & Immigration Services)
When did Paola send out the email for Category 4 Discharge planning updates?
Answer:
September 18, 2026
Who has twin siblings?
Answer:
Gabby, has twin siblings!
How soon after identifying one or more disabilities for a child in ORR custody must the Case Manager convene the Individualized 504 Service Plan Development Meeting?
Answer:
No later than 10 calendar days after identifying one or more disabilities for a child in ORR custody, the case manager will convene an Individualized 504 Service Plan Development Meeting.
What are the three types of Home Studies that may be required for a potential sponsor?
Answer: TVPRA-mandated, ORR-mandated, or discretionary home study of the potential sponsor is required
True or False:
USCIS Interviews can run up to 3 hours long.
Answer: True, USCIS interview can run between 1-3 hours.
True or False:
Ages 14 and older do not need to be involved in their discharge planning
Answer: False
-Children 14 & over should be part of their discharge planning.
Who can you call at 1am for a food run or sweet treat run?
Answer:
Jacky, call her for a late night run!
What is one topic that must be discussed during the Individualized 504 Service Plan Development Meeting?
Answer:
Who was born in Oaxaca, Mexico?
Answer:
Saidi, CM
Who must be informed of the interview & time when set?
Answer:
Attorney or Legal Service Provider
What is the name & #of the new added section regarding category 4 cases?
Answer: UAC Policy Section 2.8.8 Discharge for Category 4 Cases
Which team member is Trilingual?
Answer:
Saidi, she speaks English, Spanish, and Zapoteco!
Who visited New Orleans, Cancun, and Aruba in 2026?
Answer:
Emily, CM
Within how many business days of accepting the referral must the Home Study provider complete and submit the Home Study Assessment Report?
Answer: The home study provider must complete it within 10 business days of accepting the referral.
Who gets randomly obsessed with new hobbies/things and must learn everything about that hobby/thing?
Answer:
Jacky, CM
Who was born in Uruapan, Michoacan?
Answer:
Paola, Lead CM
Which team member got their driver's license at the age of 20 years old?
Answer:
Miss Diva, Ally!!
What should the care provider do if the Individualized Section 504 Service Plan significantly departs from a professional evaluator’s major recommendations?
Answer:
Emily, CM
Within how many business days of completing the Sponsor Application must the Case Manager submit the Release Request with a recommendation regarding the Home Study?
Answer:
The case manager must submit with 2 calendar days of the completed sponsor application.
What email do we use for questions on procedures surrounding preparation for the virtual interviews that are not addressed in UAC policies and procedures?
Answer: "UACLegalServicesSupport@acf.hhs.gov"
What does Policy Guide section 2.8.6 explain?
Answer: This section clarifies release and discharge planning guidance for children who may obtain lawful immigration status, age out of ORR care, enter URM, or have other complex discharge circumstances.
Who is still best friends with their elementary school friend?
Answer:
Paola, and they are 18 years strong!
List at least three components that must be included in an Individualized Section 504 Service Plan.
Answer:
List at least four pieces of information or documentation that the Case Manager must summarize or include when submitting the Release Request.
Answer: