TX :: Child Protective Services Handbook :: 6600 Case Planning with Relatives and Other Kinship Caregivers :: 6634.2 Caseworker Discussion with Kinship Caregiver at the Time of Placement

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Upon placement of the child, the caseworker must review Form 0695 Kinship Caregiver Agreement with the caregiver and provide a copy of it to the caregiver. The caseworker must inform the caregiver of his or her rights and duties as a kinship caregiver, including the following:

  • Explaining the kinship caregiver’s eligibility for the financial benefits described in 6650 Financial Assistance Available to a Kinship Caregiver.
  • Discussing the kinship caregiver’s option, if qualified, to become a verified kinship foster home.
  • Explaining the benefits, qualifications, and timeframes for the Permanency Care Assistance Program.

Texas Family Code 264.755

 


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