Ala. Admin. Code r. 660-5-51-.02

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 660-5-51-.02 - General Requirements For Transitional And Independent Living Programs

(1) Youth in DHR custody may reside in a transitional or independent living placement only if the program providing the placement is operated by a DHR-licensed child-placing agency or residential child care facility, or a DHR-approved foster family home.

(2) Skill Building Components - Transitional and independent living programs must have components that teach youth the skills they need to live independently. These skills must be tailored to a youth's current level of functioning. Youth in transitional or independent living placements must be provided a realistic living experience in which they can take full responsibility for themselves.

Author: Jerome Webb

Ala. Admin. Code r. 660-5-51-.02

New Rule: Filed October 6, 2006; effective November 10, 2006.

Statutory Authority: Foster Care Independence Act of 1999 (H.R. 3443) amended title IV, Part E, Social Security Act; Public Law 106-169; Code of Ala. 1975, § 38-7-2.