| (a) The children to be placed must be in the conservatorship of DFPS. (b) The caregiver must: (1) be related to the children or have a longstanding and significant relationship with the children; (2) be formally approved by DFPS as a caregiver; (3) sign and abide by a written caregiver assistance agreement, which includes a commitment to: (A) be available as a continuing placement for the children for at least six months; (B) participate in specialized kinship training as recommended and provided by DFPS; (C) comply with DFPS requirements limiting or facilitating contact between the parents and the children; (D) apply for other forms of assistance, including financial and medical, for which the children may be eligible; and (E) comply with any other child specific requirements or limitations; and (4) not be a licensed or verified foster home or group foster home. |
