The schedule and what to expect as the new SFIS vendor distributes the new equipment. [Download]
The schedule and what to expect as the new SFIS vendor distributes the new equipment. [Download]
Information regarding the availability of Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS). TBS is included under Medi-Cal as an Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) supplemental service. This letter goes over the 9-point access plan and eligibility, and strongly encourages counties to actively work with their local mental health partners to facilitate access to these services for children and youth in foster care who need them. [Download]
Instructions and a new lien form, required by the change in notary laws. The lien form is ONLY for real property, only for CalWORKs and only for certain situations. The granting of the lien to the county allows the CWD to exempt the value of the real property from being counted as a resource, per MPP Section 42-213.12. [Download]
The ICWA requires expert witness testimony before the state court can order an involuntary foster care placement of a child or the termination of parental rights. The requirement of qualified expert witness testimony is met in every case involving an Indian child. No removal of an Indian child from the custody of his or her parents or placement in out-of-home care may be ordered in the absence of a determination, supported by “clear and convincing evidence,” including the testimony of a qualified expert witness, that the continued custody of the child by the parent or Indian custodian is likely to result in serious emotional or physical damage to the child. Therefore, in the case of a child who is ICWA eligible, the testimony of an expert witness is required at the dispositional hearing. The letter sets out the scope and nature of the information the expert is to address, the standard of evidentiary proof, and expert qualification. [Download]
Announcement of trainings for county staff, in June and July. [Download]
Just passing on the report that goes to HHS, which is attached to this Notice. [Download]