The FAD worker must update an adoptive home screening every 12 months and after a major life change in the adoptive family. The update must include a review and update of each required category of information in an adoptive screening. It must also include documentation of at least one visit to the adoptive home when all household members are present. The visit to the home must occur within the 90-day period before child placement management staff (CPMS) approves the update.
Minimum Standards for Child-Placing Agencies, 40 TAC §749.3633
Subsequent Adoptions
If an adoptive family wishes to pursue a subsequent adoption, the FAD worker must complete an update to the original home screening to reflect the new adoption.
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