The FAD worker must ensure that foster and adoptive parents caring for children in DFPS conservatorship are aware that in the event of a disaster, they must notify their FAD worker of the disaster as soon as possible. Disasters requiring notification include, but are not limited to, fires, floods, tornados, hurricanes, and severe weather.

The FAD worker must inform foster and adoptive parents caring for children in DFPS conservatorship that they are required to evacuate their homes if mandated by local city or county authorities.

The FAD worker must ensure that foster and adoptive families with current placements are aware that they must take the following items when evacuating:

  •   A two week supply of medication in its bottle, if applicable

  •   Other medical supplies and equipment (such as a first aid kit and glasses)

  •   Important paperwork (such as placement and medical authorizations, educational portfolio, and Medicaid card) for each child

  •   Form 2288PDF Document Disaster Plan for DFPS Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Homes

  •   Contact information for the family's and child's caseworkers and supervisors