Acronyms
FCM
Family Case Manager
True or false: Foster children have the right to keep and transport personal items between placements
What is the minimum age to be a FP in Indiana?
18
How often do periodic case review hearing take place?
In Indiana, periodic case review hearings for children in foster care typically occur at least every six months. (IC 31-34-21)
How often do foster homes have to complete relicensure?
Termination of Parental Rights
Foster children have the right to maintain relationships with this group unless deemed unsafe by the court
Who are biological siblings?
How many hours of in service training do traditional FP homes have to complete a year?
15 hours overall for a traditionally licensed home, (Therapeutic homes require 20 hours a year)
How old does a child have to be to participate in a court hearing?
There is no age limit, a child can participate at any age deemed appropriate by their carers.(Indiana code IC 31-32, addresses the rights of children in legal proceedings.)
True or false: In Indiana, foster parents are allowed to use physical punishment, such as spanking or hitting and military drills like exercise, wall sits, and balancing books, to discipline children.
FALSE! no form of physical punishment/labor is allowed by foster parents in Indiana, including relatives licensed or non licensed.
CFTM
Child Family Team Meeting
True or false: Foster children have the right to continue attending their original school after placement
True!
True or false: foster children can share a room
TRUE! With certain criteria: In Indiana, foster care regulations typically allow for foster children to share a room under certain conditions. Generally, children of the same gender and similar age may share a room, but there are guidelines regarding space and safety. (Rule 465 IAC 2-1.5)
What does CHINS stand for
Child In Need of Services.
Foster parents are required to take placements to complete an initial health exam within how many days of placement?
10 days
CANS
Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment
Indiana law ensures foster children have access to this person to represent their best interests in court.
Who is a Guardian ad Litem or CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocate)
Do relatives have to be licensed to be caregivers?
In Indiana, relatives can serve as caregivers for children in foster care, but they generally must be licensed as foster parents to receive state funding and support. However, there are provisions for "relative placements" that may allow relatives to care for children without a full license, depending on the situation and the needs of the child. (465 IAC 2-1.5)
Which court system is DCS involved with (Criminal, Civil, family, juvenile?)
The Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) is primarily involved with the juvenile court system. (IC 31-30 and IC 31-34 )
What do foster parents in Indiana need to do before taking a foster child out of state?
In Indiana, foster parents must get court approval before taking a foster child out of state for travel.
GAL
Guardian Ad Litem
true or false: Foster children have the right to share their views during court hearings about their case.
True
How many children under 18 years old can a foster parent have in their at the same time?
Generally, a foster home can care for up to six children total, including both foster children and any biological or adoptive children in the home, HOWEVER, this all depends on circumstances and the ability to care for all children (465 IAC 2-1.5)
When should a permanency hearing take place?
In Indiana, a permanency hearing for a child in foster care should generally take place within 12 months from the date the child was removed from their home (IC 31-34-21)
True or False: Foster parents who own firearms must ensure both firearms and ammunition are secured according to DCS policy, including being stored in separate, locked locations.
TRUE!