If a youth’s transition plan is to return to a parent after aging out of DFPS care, the transition plan must address this decision, and discuss any other options or safety concerns that must be considered. PAL staff must make efforts to engage the parent in the process of helping youth move toward independence, if applicable.

If the young adult is receiving the transitional living allowance (TLA), the parent must be involved in assisting the young adult with financial management. PAL staff or the PAL contract provider must verify that there is a written agreement between the parent and young adult that ensures the funds will be spent on transitional living costs, such as a reasonable amount of the allowance being used for rent and other living expenses. See 10241 Qualifications for PAL Transitional Living Allowance.