Definitions
What is the definition of: Age-Mates
Children whose difference in age does not exceed three years.
At what height is a handrail required in a family foster home?
21 inches
Name the "5 things" in a Redbook at time of initial placement.
1. Referral paperwork
2. Medical Consent
3. Journal Entry
4. Authorization for Release of Info
5. Medical Card
What should be completed by the assigned CPA worker if the home has a regulation swimming pool on their property?
Outdoor Safety Plan
An individual who has been granted a license to operate a family foster home.
Where should firearms be stored? Ammunition?
Stored UNLOADED in a locked container, closet, or cabinet. Additional security is needed in the form of a hammer lock, barrel lock or trigger guard if the container is made entirely or partially out of glass/plexiglass.
What 3 events need to occur for an exception on a DCF regulation?
1. Exception form completed in CareMatch
2. Exception Sent to the DCF email address
3. EXCEPTION ENTERED IN CARE!
At what age are background checks required for individuals members of the foster family?
10 years of age.
What is the definition of: Sleepover
An overnight social event with age-mates, away from the family foster home, that does NOT exceed a 24 hr period.
What is the minimum square footage allowed in a room for foster children?
70 square feet.
How many years has Kelly McCormick been with KVC? (total)
15!
Honorable mentions for the 2 additional years with KCSL.
What is the definition of: Water Hazard
a body of water at least 24 inches deep that is not a swimming pool, wading pool, or hot tub.
When are is a trampoline allowed at a family foster home?
Trampolines are PROHIBITED on the premises of all family foster homes (unless a doctors note is provided for the need of a biological or adopted child)
At what age is a TB test required for youth in foster care?
16 years of age.
How many hours of training does each licensee need for renewal?
8 hours with 2 hours in person training required.
What is the definition of: Exotic Animal
1. Any non-human mammal that is not one of the following: dog, cat, ferret, hoofed animal, horse, rabbit, pet rodent, potbellied pig
2. Any animal that typically lives in the wild and is determined to be a substantial threat to the health and safety of a child in care (ie: snakes - yuck!)
Where should Safety procedures, Emergency Plans, and Drills be located in the family foster home?
K.A.R. 28-4-822
Posted in a conspicuous place in the family foster home.
Name the requirements for a child to receive self care time? (4)
1. Be at least 12 years old
2. Self care time agreed upon by Family, CM and FSC
3. Completion of self care form
4. Reviewed in the child's case plan
Departure Requirements: What are the 4 things foster homes are required to send with a child when they leave the home?
1. All possessions brought by the child into the home.
2. All savings from gifts, allowances, and earnings.
3. All usable clothing, school supplies, recreational equipment, gifts and any other items purchased specifically for and given to the children during placement.
4. The Child's life book.