The foster parent agrees to abide by all federal, state and local laws and CYFD's licensing standards for foster care. The foster parent is a member of the child's case management team and as a team member, participates in the development and implementation of team plans and may participate in conferences, Citizen Review Boards, judicial reviews, Individual Education Plans, etc. Foster parents do not make independent plans for children in their care. When requested by the local education agency, the foster parent may serve as a surrogate parent to protect the foster child's educational rights and acts as the student's advocate in the educational decision-making process. Foster parents may refuse placements that they believe are not appropriate to their home.
Foster parents honor the confidentiality provisions of the Children's Code.
Foster parents maintain and return all of a child's belongings when he or she moves to another placement, including return home. Foster parents provide transportation to medical, educational and recreational activities, as well as food, clothing and activities that are age appropriate and which promote healthy development. They are expected to provide a structured and nurturing home which provides appropriate discipline and expectations of the child as a member of the family. As described by a foster parent. Foster parents play an essential role in contributing vital information about the child to the team.