D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-6013

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 29-6013 - MAINTAINING FOSTER CHILDREN'S RECORDS

6013.1

A resource parent shall maintain records on each foster child placed in the home. All information regarding a foster child shall be kept confidential and released only in accordance with §§6023.

6013.2

A foster child's records shall include the following information:

(a) The foster child's name, birth date, and Medical Assistance number;

(b) The name, address, and telephone number(s) of each person to contact in case of emergency and each person authorized to give medical consent;

(c) A record of the foster child's medical and dental appointments, illness and health problems, prescribed medications, and hospitalizations;

(d) Reports of the foster child's medical tests and any information or counseling received regarding chronic conditions and disabilities;

(e) A copy of any service agreement for the foster child;

(f) Dates of future Court or administrative reviews, any medical or other appointments, and planned activities;

(g) The dates that the foster child arrived at and departed from the foster home;

(h) A listing of the activities in the foster child's case plan for which the resource parent is responsible;

(i) School reports; and

(j) A record of the foster child's memberships, activities, and participation in extracurricular activities.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-6013

Final Rulemaking published at 48 DCR 6617 (July 27, 2001); amended by Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 2859 (3/15/2024)