Immediately, or as soon as possible, notify your case manager if your foster child:

• Leaves your home without permission 
• Becomes seriously ill or has been seriously injured and requires immediate medical attention 
  • Take the child to the emergency room if his or her physician cannot be reached 
  • DFCS will complete any authorization forms required for hospital records and payment 
• Is in serious trouble at school, with the police, juvenile court, or anyone else

Or:

• If anyone, including the child’s birth parents, tries to take the child from your home without the agency’s permission 
• If there is a significant change or serious illness in your home 
• If your foster child’s behavior poses a threat to themselves or your family 
• If you are no longer able to care for the child placed in your home

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