placement

Foster parents are required to take charge of the childrens' lives. To help with this task and prevent possible allegations, the following is a list of questions to ask prior to accepting a placement:

Name, gender, age?

Reason for placement?

Previous placements?

• Reason for removal?
• Ask to speak with previous care provider
• Has the child made any allegations against previous foster parents/group home?

Reimbursement rate?

Visitation?

• Who?
• Where?
• Monitored?