A foster home is approved to accept foster children for a period not to exceed 12 months; however, this status may be revoked if deemed necessary by DFCS.

As the time for your home re-evaluation approaches, a case manager specifically designated to perform a home reassessment will schedule a home visit with you and your family.

The need to re-evaluate your home before the annual renewal process may occur for one or more of the following reasons:

• • A discipline or foster care policy violation 
• Relocation to a new place of residence 
• Inappropriate care of a foster child 
• Marriage, divorce, or other significant life event 
• Any considerable change to the household (i.e. additional people living in the home, serious health issues, etc.)

The re-evaluation of your home is a collaborative process between you and your Resource Development case manager. Together you will review the successes and challenges of the previous year, including the maintenance of required minimum standards and the provision of a defined level of quality care. You will have the opportunity to provide verbal and written feedback regarding your experiences during the previous year and request any supports needed that will strengthen your ability to be a successful foster parent.

You will also be asked to provide feedback to DFCS regarding how well we have served your family throughout the year by completing Section II of the Foster Home Re-evaluation Report.