The scope of the Fostering Connections enhancements encompasses changes made to existing FACES.NET screens to incorporate requirements related to the Federal Fostering Connections legislation. These changes allow case workers to capture employment, education and other information that is critical for not only case management purposes but also for determining Fostering Connections eligibility.
Fostering Connections provides CFSA with an opportunity to claim Title IV-E reimbursement for youth between the ages of 18 and 21, provided that the child meets certain requirements regarding educational, employment, or documented incapacity. Starting in the Federal FY 2011, states that support foster youth up to age 19, 20, or 21 will receive federal reimbursement. To qualify, youth must be IV-E eligible and:
- Employed at least 80 hours per month OR;
- Finishing high school or an equivalency program OR;
- Enrolled in post-secondary or vocational school OR;
- Participating in activities to enhance job opportunities OR;
- Medically incapable of meeting the above criteria.
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