Independent Living Programming in Relation to Permanency 624-10-45

(Revised 1/15/2011 ML #3257)

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A decision to provide independent living services to a youth does not absolve the state from continuing to make reasonable efforts toward permanency for the youth. Independent living is not a permanency goal, and is not an alternative to adoption for children who are eligible. The Act specifies that enrollment in independent living programs should occur concurrently with continued efforts to locate and achieve permanency.