Ariz. Admin. Code § 21-6-324

Current through Register Vol. 31, No. 2, January 10, 2025

Section R21-6-324 - Records Maintained by the Foster Parent

A. A foster parent shall maintain a record throughout the care of the foster child of:

1. Each foster child's contact with family members and other significant persons; and

2. Educational, medical, vision, dental, or therapeutic care provided to the foster child while living in the home.

B. At the discretion of the Department or the licensing agency, a foster parent shall, when requested, provide proof of how the funds designated for a foster child were expended.

C. A foster parent shall safeguard a foster child's records to prevent loss, tampering, and unauthorized access.

D. A foster parent shall collect and maintain information and materials significant to a foster child's personal history. The collection is sometimes referred to as a "life book":

1. Typically includes photos, letters, report cards, school projects, artwork, and souvenirs; and

2. Is the property of the child and will go with the child if he or she moves from the foster home.

E. Within seven days of the end of a foster child's placement in a home, the foster parent shall provide the Child Placing Agency with:

1. The records described in subsection (A); and

2. A written description of the child's daily routine, personal preferences, and habits.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R21-6-324

New section made by exempt rulemaking at 21 A.A.R. 3480, effective 1/24/2016.