SECTION 259.213. Monthly Monitoring

(a) A support family agency or continued family agency must visit a support family's home at least once a month to determine if:

(1) placement remains beneficial to the individual;

(2) the environment remains healthy and safe; and

(3) the rights of the individual are being protected.

(b) To ensure that the individual's rights are being protected, during a visit described in subsection (a) of this section, a support family agency or continued family agency must determine if:

(1) there is no evidence of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the individual;

(2) the individual participates in community functions;

(3) the individual has adequate personal belongings; and

(4) there are no restrictions on the individual's personal property, including money.

(c) A support family agency or continued family agency must document each monthly visit, including verification of each item listed in subsections (a) and (b) of this section, and submit the documentation to the case manager no later than seven calendar days after the visit.

(d) A support family agency or continued family agency must inform the case manager of any changes needed to an individual's IPP no later than five calendar days after the date the support family agency or continued family agency became aware of the need for a change.

Source Note: The provisions of this §259.213 adopted to be effective January 30, 2023, 48 TexReg 362