Trial Home Visits in Relation to "Aging Out of Foster Care" 624-10-01-40-05

(9/15/06 ML 3048)

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For the purpose of this manual, a youth will meet the definition of “Aging Out of Foster Care, if the youth is discharged from a licensed foster care placement at the age of 17 ½ - 18 years of age on  “Trial Home Visit” status and all of the following are present:  

1. The county/DJS retains custody until the age of 18.

2. The youth is open within the foster care system on their 18th birthday.

3. There is a current court order at the time the youth turns 18 years of age.

4. Child and Family team Meetings are occurring as required, with the latest being held within the 3 months prior to the 18th birthday.

5. There is a current single plan of care when the youth turns 18, with the “Trial Home Visit” clearly documented.