ACIN I-29-13: Extended Foster Care (EFC) Update (6/6/13)

Info on new law requirements (ok, since last year) for the “after 18” program (EFC).  Most of the changes are to apply existing Foster Care rules to this older population.

The SB 1013 removed the phased-in maximum age limits for foster care in 2012 and 2013. This allows a non-minor dependent (NMD) who continuously remains in foster care to stay until the age of 21.  (The phased in ages remains for “re-entry” youth, also explained in this letter.)   The letter reviews notice, court process, the health and education passport, placement, etc. [Download]