REFUGE HOUSE, INC.
FC-T3C-01 T3C BASIC FOSTER FAMILY HOME SUPPORT SERVICES
Comprehensive Enhanced Snapshot
| Document Information | Details |
|---|---|
| DOCUMENT NUMBER | FC-T3C-01 |
| DOCUMENT TITLE | T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services — Comprehensive Enhanced Snapshot |
| CANONICAL | This Snapshot is the canonical T3C Basic document (the former standalone Policy is superseded) |
| OPERATIONAL SOURCES | Foundation procedures: FC-17.1 (Home Studies/Credentialing), FC3-01.1 (ISP), FC-AF-01.1 (Aftercare), FC-04.1 (Crisis), STAR Health Coordination, FC-CSR-01.1 (CSR) |
| ORIGINATED | 05/25/2025 |
| LAST REVISED | 05/06/2026 |
| LAST UPDATED | 5/15/2026 |
| LAST APPROVED | 5/22/2026 |
| BLUEPRINT VERSION | T3C Blueprint (April 2026) |
| BLUEPRINT PAGES | pp. 49–57 (T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services) |
| STATUS | Active |
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This snapshot reflects Refuge House's implementation of the T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services Package as defined in the T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 49–57. It serves as the authoritative cross-reference document for treatment team members, compliance reviewers, and system integrations. All operational requirements, timelines, and thresholds stated herein are binding for any child receiving T3C Basic services.
This is the foundation package. Every child in Refuge House foster care is served under the T3C Basic package. Specialized packages (MBH, IDD/ASD, STASS, TFFC, SU) are credentialed and delivered in addition to Basic — they do not replace it. Add-on services (KIN, PPY, YTSS) layer further on top of the applicable base package.
APPLICABLE PACKAGES AND ADD-ONS
| Package / Add-On | Applies |
|---|---|
| ☒ T3C Basic Foster Family Home | This document |
| ☐ Mental & Behavioral Health Support Services | Separate snapshot: FC-MH-01 |
| ☐ IDD / Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Services | Separate snapshot: FC-IDD-01 |
| ☐ Short-Term Assessment Support Services | Separate snapshot: FC-STASS-01 |
| ☐ Treatment Foster Family Care Support Services | Separate snapshot: FC-TFFC-01 |
| ☐ Substance Use Support Services | Separate snapshot: FC-SU-01 |
| ☒ Kinship Caregiver Support Services (Add-On) | §14 of this document; FC-KIN-01 |
| ☒ Pregnant & Parenting Youth Support Services (Add-On) | §14 of this document; PPY Add-On |
| ☒ Transition Support Services for Youth & Young Adults (Add-On) | §14 of this document; FC-YTSS-01 |
§1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This snapshot establishes the governing requirements for T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services delivered by Refuge House, Inc. under the Texas Child-Centered Care (T3C) framework.
Refuge House provides T3C Basic services through credentialed, trauma-informed foster homes that operate using Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) as the agency's evidence-informed treatment model. The Basic package encompasses individualized service planning, comprehensive family and system coordination, trauma-informed daily care, crisis availability, and a structured 6-month aftercare program.
Believing a home is in the heart of every child, Refuge House strives to recruit, support, and retain a diverse group of foster parents to provide quality care for the vast needs of children awaiting placement.
Anticipated length of service: 12–18 months, customized based on the child's individual needs and Continued Stay Review (CSR) guidelines per the T3C Blueprint.
Population served: Children, youth, and young adults in Refuge House foster care whose needs are met within a community-based, family-based setting. Children requiring specialized support receive the Basic package plus the applicable specialized package.
§2 FOSTER FAMILY HOME CREDENTIALING
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 49–50; FC-17.1
2.1 Credentialing Requirement
All Foster Family Homes must be assessed and credentialed for the T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services Package before receiving a T3C placement. Standard DFPS foster home licensure alone does not satisfy T3C credentialing requirements.
Homes providing specialized packages (MBH, IDD, STASS, TFFC, SU) must hold both the T3C Basic credential and the applicable specialized package credential. Loss of either suspends service delivery until both are reinstated.
Homes providing add-on services must hold a separate credential for each add-on.
2.2 Credentialing Validity and Renewal
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Initial credential validity | 4 years |
| Annual compliance review | Required each year within the 4-year cycle |
| Child outcome data review | Annual; part of compliance review |
| Re-credentialing assessment | At the end of each 4-year cycle |
2.3 Initial Credentialing Assessment Components
- Verification of current DFPS foster home license in good standing
- TBRI® training completion and demonstrated competency
- Experience with trauma-informed care approaches
- Physical environment therapeutic appropriateness
- Support system evaluation and crisis response capacity
- Understanding of T3C service delivery requirements
- Capacity to provide 24/7 availability for agency contact
2.4 Annual Compliance Review
Conducted within each year of the 4-year credentialing cycle:
- Compliance review and capacity utilization evaluation
- Child outcome data review
- Quality improvement participation verification
- Ongoing training and competency maintenance verification
Key capture: Foster Family Home Credentialing Assessment (FC-CRED-01)
§3 CANS 3.0 ASSESSMENT
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 50–51; TAC §749.1301–1335
3.1 Cadence
Youth over the age of 3 receive a CANS 3.0 Assessment annually throughout the placement. This is distinct from the Continued Stay Review cycle — the annual CANS 3.0 drives service plan updates and does not occur at every 90-day CSR.
Note for specialized packages: Children in MBH or IDD/ASD packages have an enhanced CANS 3.0 requirement (updated at every 90-day CSR). The Basic package requires annual completion only.
3.2 Assessment Implementation
- Conducted by licensed clinical staff
- Results directly inform the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and service plan modifications
- Assessment findings integrated into the ISP within required timeframes
- Progress monitoring and outcome tracking based on CANS 3.0 domains
3.3 Service Plan Integration and Documentation
| Requirement | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ISP adjustment based on CANS 3.0 findings | Within required timeframes per TAC §749.1301 |
| Program Director review of alignment with permanency plan | At each review |
| Written confirmation child continues to meet criteria | At each review |
| Copy of documentation to SSCC/DFPS caseworker | Within 15 business days of review |
Key capture: CANS 3.0 Assessment Documentation and Service Plan Integration Form
§4 INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PLANNING
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 51–52; TAC §749.1301 (HIGH WEIGHT STANDARD); FC3-01.1
4.1 Initial Service Plan
The Individual Service Plan (ISP) must be developed within 30 days of placement (TAC §749.1301 — HIGH WEIGHT STANDARD). The ISP is strength-based and individualized, incorporating CANS 3.0 findings and the child's permanency goal.
4.2 Continued Stay Review (90-Day Cycle)
The ISP is reviewed on a 90-day cycle throughout placement. At each CSR:
| Review Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Program Director written confirmation | Child continues to meet criteria and is benefitting from the program; written, not verbal |
| Alignment with permanency plan | Confirmed by Program Director |
| Service adjustments | Documented based on review findings |
| SSCC/DFPS submission | Within 15 business days of review |
Program Director written confirmation is required at every 90-day CSR. A verbal acknowledgment does not satisfy this requirement.
4.3 Service Plan Components
The ISP must address:
- Child's individualized strengths, needs, and permanency goal
- Therapeutic services and coordination plan
- School enrollment, IEP/504 status, and educational support plan
- Medical and health care coordination
- Family connections and visitation plan
- Normalcy activities and Reasonable and Prudent Parent Standard application
- Crisis response plan and personal safety plan
- Transition and discharge planning (updated throughout)
§5 FOSTER FAMILY HOME SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 52–53; TAC §749.1335
Foster Family Home Caregivers provide four categories of support in accordance with court orders and the Service Plan:
5.1 Logistical Support
- Maintain a structured, predictable, trauma-informed home environment
- Implement therapeutic recommendations and safety plans in daily caregiving
- Coordinate daily routines to accommodate therapy, medical, and school appointments
- Medications secured per licensing requirements
5.2 Transportation
- Provide and coordinate transportation to all therapeutic, medical, dental, and school appointments
- Coordinate with Medicaid transportation (MTP) or other approved supports when appropriate
- Provide transportation to emergency services when needed
5.3 Multi-System Coordination
CPA staff and Foster Family Home Caregivers maintain competency in navigating and coordinating services across:
| System | Coordination Scope |
|---|---|
| STAR Health | Medicaid managed care (medical, dental, vision, behavioral health); authorization management |
| HHSC Behavioral Health | Specialized mental health supports beyond STAR Health coverage |
| ECI | Early Childhood Intervention for eligible children ages 0–3 |
| Education system | School enrollment, IEP/504 advocacy, special education coordination |
| Child welfare system | DFPS/SSCC caseworker coordination, court involvement, permanency planning |
| Health care | Primary care, specialty medical, dental, vision coordination; Medical Consenter collaboration |
CPA staff provide training, consultation, and direct advocacy support to Foster Family Home Caregivers to build and sustain this multi-system navigation competency.
5.4 Documentation and Record Keeping
- Contemporaneous documentation of service delivery, child progress, and contacts
- Coordination records per court orders and service plan
- Crisis event documentation
- All documentation maintained to support CSR submission within 15 business days
5.5 24/7 Agency Availability
- Agency staff available around the clock for crisis consultation and emergency support
- On-call staff at Case Manager level or above
- Immediate response protocols for placement stability concerns
- Regular consultation and coaching for Foster Family Home Caregivers
§6 NORMALCY ACTIVITIES
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 53; Texas Family Code §264.125; Human Resources Code §42.042; TAC §749.2605
Foster Family Home Caregivers must actively support children's participation in age-appropriate normalcy activities, including:
- Clothing and hygiene needs
- Birthdays, holidays, graduations, and cultural events
- Extracurricular activities, sports, and enrichment programs
- Social activities appropriate to developmental stage
- Employment activities for eligible youth
All normalcy decisions are made consistent with the Reasonable and Prudent Parent Standard (Texas Family Code §264.125). CPA staff coach and support Foster Family Home Caregivers in applying this standard, with particular sensitivity to children whose trauma histories may require individualized pacing and support.
§7 SERVICE DENIAL AND COST COVERAGE
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 53
Refuge House will ensure delivery of, and cover the cost of, needed services and related supports that are denied by insurance or other funding sources when community alternatives are unavailable.
| Requirement | Action |
|---|---|
| Service denied by STAR Health or other payer | Document in case record: date of request, service type, denial reason, appeal status |
| Notification to SSCC/DFPS | Within 3 business days of denial |
| Alternative funding identification | Agency conducts assessment of alternatives before direct coverage |
| Direct agency coverage | Authorized when alternatives are insufficient or unavailable |
Key capture: Service Denial Response Form (FC-SDR-01)
§8 THERAPY SERVICES
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 53–54; FC3-01.1
Children in the T3C Basic package receive regular and frequent individual and family therapy as required by the T3C Blueprint. Therapy is coordinated through STAR Health and integrated with daily caregiving.
8.1 Individual Therapy
- Addresses trauma history, behavioral health needs, and presenting concerns
- Frequency prescribed per STAR Health authorization and clinical recommendation
- Therapist coordinates with Foster Family Home Caregivers for consistent therapeutic approach
8.2 Family Therapy
- Includes Foster Family Home Caregivers as clinically indicated
- Supports placement stability and caregiver integration of therapeutic goals
- Coordination between therapist and case manager maintained throughout
8.3 Coordination with STAR Health
- Verify authorization before services begin; coordinate renewal before lapse
- Document any service denial within the case record
- Notify SSCC/DFPS within 3 business days of any denial
Note for specialized packages: Children in MBH receive a minimum of weekly individual therapy. Children in IDD/ASD receive therapy with specific behavioral health and developmental focuses. These are MBH- and IDD-specific requirements that exceed the Basic package standard.
§9 CRISIS MANAGEMENT
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 54; TAC §749.339; TAC §749.901; FC-04; FC-04.1
9.1 24/7 Crisis Availability
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Staff availability | 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year |
| On-call level | Case Manager or above |
| Phone response | ≤ 15 minutes |
| In-person response | ≤ 1 hour if warranted by situation |
9.2 Crisis Response Protocol
- Immediate telephone consultation for Foster Family Home Caregivers
- Assessment of crisis level and appropriate response
- Coordination with emergency services when warranted
- Placement stability intervention and support
- Notification to SSCC/DFPS caseworker per required timelines
9.3 Post-Crisis Documentation
Within 3 business days of a crisis event:
- Crisis incident review completed
- Personal Safety Plan reviewed and updated if new information identified
- Documentation entered in child's case record
- SSCC/DFPS notification completed if required by event type
Key references: FC-04 Crisis Management Policy; FC-04.1 Crisis Management Procedure
§10 STAR HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE COORDINATION
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 54; FC-STAR-01.1
10.1 STAR Health Managed Care
All children in foster care are enrolled in STAR Health (Medicaid managed care for children in care). CPA responsibilities include:
- Coordinating medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health service authorizations
- Verifying active enrollment and MCO assignment at placement
- Coordinating renewal of all authorizations before lapse
- Documenting and reporting any service denial within 3 business days to SSCC/DFPS
10.2 Medical Consenter Collaboration
- All health service documentation coordinated in collaboration with the child's Medical Consenter
- Medical records and health history maintained in the child's case file
- Specialty referrals coordinated through the Medical Consenter and STAR Health
10.3 Health Services Not Covered by STAR Health
When needed services are not covered by STAR Health:
- Explore HHSC Behavioral Health and community alternatives
- If alternatives are unavailable, Refuge House covers cost per §7
- Document all steps and outcomes in case record
§11 STAFF AND FOSTER FAMILY HOME TRAINING
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 55; FC-16; FC-16.1
11.1 Staff Training Requirements
| Training Area | Requirement |
|---|---|
| TBRI® foundational training | Required for all direct service staff |
| T3C service delivery requirements | Required for all case managers and clinical staff |
| Multi-system navigation (STAR Health, HHSC, ECI, education) | Required for all case managers |
| Crisis response protocols | Required for all staff with on-call responsibility |
| Annual continuing education | Per FC-16 Staff and Caregiver Training Policy |
11.2 Foster Family Home Caregiver Training
| Training Area | Timing |
|---|---|
| TBRI® foundations | Before first T3C placement |
| Trauma-informed care and crisis de-escalation | Before first T3C placement |
| Multi-system navigation basics | Before first T3C placement |
| Normalcy and Reasonable and Prudent Parent Standard | Before first T3C placement |
| Annual refresher | Per credentialing cycle |
Key references: FC-16 Staff and Caregiver Training Policy; FC-16.1 Staff and Caregiver Training Procedure
§12 CONTINUED STAY REVIEW — PROGRAM DIRECTOR REQUIREMENTS
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 55–56; FC-CSR-01; FC-CSR-01.1
At each 90-day Continued Stay Review, the Program Director must provide:
| Confirmation Element | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Child continues to meet criteria for placement | Written confirmation; not verbal |
| Child is benefitting from the program | Written confirmation based on documented progress |
| Alignment with permanency plan | Confirmed and documented |
| Dual credential status (if specialized package) | Verified before signing |
Written confirmation is required. A verbal acknowledgment or informal notation does not satisfy this requirement. The Program Director's written confirmation must be present in the CSR documentation submitted to SSCC/DFPS.
For children on the MBH or STASS package: The T3C Blueprint requires dual Director sign-off (both Treatment Director and Program Director). See FC-MH-01 and FC-STASS-01 snapshots for those enhanced requirements.
Submission deadline: CSR documentation to SSCC/DFPS within 15 business days of review.
Key capture: Program Director Review Form (FC-PDR-01)
§13 AFTERCARE SERVICES
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 56–57; TAC §749.361; FC-AF-01; FC-AF-01.1
13.1 Duration and Structure
Aftercare services are provided for 6 months following discharge from placement. The contact cadence for T3C Basic is structured in two phases:
| Phase | Months | Contact Frequency | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive | 1–3 | Weekly | Calls or in-person meetings |
| Continued | 4–6 | Twice monthly | Calls or in-person meetings; flexible scheduling |
Important distinction: The T3C Basic aftercare contact requirement differs from the MBH package. MBH requires twice-monthly contact throughout all 6 months (with a preference for in-person in month 1). T3C Basic requires weekly contact for months 1–3, then twice-monthly for months 4–6. Case managers must apply the correct cadence based on the child's package at discharge.
24/7 crisis availability is maintained throughout the full 6-month aftercare period.
13.2 Staffing
- Aftercare Case Manager ratio: 1:25
- Aftercare Case Manager assigned at or before discharge
13.3 Aftercare Content
Months 1–3 (Weekly — Intensive):
- Crisis intervention and resource connection as needed
- Transition support and placement/living stability monitoring
- Ongoing service coordination (therapy, STAR Health, school)
- Family and caregiver engagement
Months 4–6 (Twice Monthly — Continued):
- Ongoing resource referrals and case management support
- Continued monitoring of stability and service engagement
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate youth and family availability
13.4 Documentation Requirements
- Document ALL contacts or attempted contacts, referrals, and case management support
- Submit comprehensive documentation to SSCC/DFPS caseworker at the end of each month
- If child is a Kinship placement, include support group information in the Aftercare Services plan at discharge (§14.2)
Key capture: Aftercare Monthly Report (FC-AMR-01)
Key references: FC-AF-01 Aftercare Services Policy; FC-AF-01.1 Aftercare Services Procedure
§14 ADD-ON SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
Add-on services are delivered in addition to the T3C Basic package requirements. All §§1–13 of this document apply in full to children receiving any add-on. The following sections provide the Basic-level overview of each add-on. For the full add-on snapshot, see the dedicated add-on documents.
14.1 Transition Support Services for Youth & Young Adults (YTSS)
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 151–153; FC-YTSS-01
Eligibility: Youth in or transitioning out of foster care who require enhanced independence preparation support.
Staff Requirements:
- Expertise in PAL (Preparation for Adult Living) Program coordination
- Knowledge of state and federal benefits for youth in and after foster care
- Understanding of benefit application timing and processes
Required Activities (in collaboration with SSCC/DFPS PAL staff):
- Casey Life Skills Assessments completion
- Regular PAL program event attendance
- PAL Life Skills Training completion
- Youth Leadership Council participation (if youth is interested)
- Circles of Support and transition planning meeting attendance
- Extended Foster Care and Transitional Living program navigation
ISP Requirements: Must include at minimum:
- Status of state/federal benefit applications or guardianship eligibility
- Driver's license plan (including driver's education and auto insurance) or state ID as appropriate
Youth notification: Youth must be informed of expectations of the Add-On Service program.
Foster Family Home credentialing: Additional assessment required beyond T3C Basic credentialing.
14.2 Kinship Caregiver Support Services (KIN)
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 156–160; FC-KIN-01
Eligibility: Children placed in kinship (relative or fictive kin) Foster Family Homes.
Staff Requirements:
- Expertise in Kinship Care, including state and federal benefits available to kinship caregivers
- Knowledge of TANF for relative caregivers, Kinship Care payments, and other assistance programs
- Understanding of verification requirements and expedited processing procedures
Service Delivery Requirements:
- Must consider custom needs of youth, caregiver, and physical residence
- Must be adaptable, including evenings and weekends
- Staff available 24/7 to provide immediate response to Kinship Foster Family Home Caregivers
Aftercare (San Antonio only): Provide or refer Kinship Caregivers to support groups; include support group information in Aftercare Services plan at discharge; track participation and outcomes.
Foster Family Home credentialing: Additional assessment required beyond T3C Basic credentialing.
14.3 Pregnant & Parenting Youth Support Services (PPY)
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 161–163; PPY Add-On
Eligibility: Pregnant and/or parenting youth and young adults in foster care.
Youth notification: Youth must be informed of expectations of the Add-On Service program.
Custom Parenting Plan must address:
- Safe sleeping arrangements
- Childproofing suggestions
- Child development and coping with challenging behaviors
- Selection of appropriate substitute caregivers
- Benefits of reading, singing, and talking to young children
- Healthy Relationships, including intimate partner violence prevention
Service Coordination must include support with:
- ECI (Early Childhood Intervention) referrals
- HHSC Women and Children's Health programs
- Prevention and Early Intervention Program
- Day care (if applicable)
- All state, federal, and community benefits
- Completion of all required forms and referrals
Foster Family Home credentialing: Additional assessment required, including experience with infant and child care and dual-generation service needs.
§15 CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
T3C Blueprint (April 2026), p. 57; TAC §749.673; FC-T3C-01
Refuge House maintains an active CQI process for T3C Basic services including:
- Child outcome monitoring against CANS 3.0 domain benchmarks
- Placement stability tracking and disruption analysis
- Foster Family Home performance review and coaching
- Aftercare success rate monitoring
- Quarterly internal review of service delivery compliance
- Annual credentialing audit across all credentialed homes
- Integration of CQI findings into staff training and caregiver coaching
§15A IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE
Implementation guidance for T3C Basic enhancements — operational detail to be worked in the foundation procedures noted below (incl. build-out in Pulse), recovered from the prior procedure draft:
| Enhancement | Foundation procedure (home) |
|---|---|
| 72-Hour Preliminary Service Plan; Casey Life Skills at age 14+ (within 45 days) | Individual Service Planning Procedure (FC3-01.1) |
| Educational-advocacy cadence (2-day enrollment, 10-day plan, monthly monitoring) | Educational Supports Procedure (FC09-01.1) |
| Discharge transition mechanics (90-day TBRI transition, life book, 30-day handoff) | Discharge & Permanency Planning Procedure (FC14-01.1) |
| Documentation/QA cadence (monthly by the 5th; quarterly QA + PD remediation) | Continuous Quality Improvement Procedure (FC-CQI-01.1) |
§16 FORMS & CAPTURES — Implementation Guidance
Implementation guidance: these are the structured captures (forms/screens) that operationalize the package, being built into Pulse. Each row notes what it records (the build spec) and the procedure that owns it. Until a Pulse capture exists, the responsible role records the same data in the case record.
| Capture (form/screen) | ID | What it records (build spec) | Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foster Family Home Credentialing Assessment | FC-CRED-01 | DFPS license verification; TBRI® training & competency; trauma-informed experience; physical-environment appropriateness; support-system & crisis capacity; 24/7 availability; package-specific competencies | FC-17.1 |
| CANS 3.0 Documentation & Service Plan Integration | — | Annual CANS 3.0 results & domains; integration of findings into the ISP | FC3-01.1 |
| Service Plan T3C Supplement / Continued Stay Evaluation | FC3-03 | CANS 3.0 reassessment results; Continued Stay Evaluation; treatment-progress indicators; crisis-incident summary; family-engagement progress | FC3-01.1 / FC-CSR-01.1 |
| Program Director Review (90-day CSR) | FC-PDR-01 | Written confirmation the child meets criteria & is benefitting; permanency-plan alignment; dual-credential check (specialized packages); signature & date | FC-CSR-01.1 |
| Service Denial Response | FC-SDR-01 | Request date; service type; payer; denial reason; appeal status; alternative-funding assessment; agency-coverage decision; SSCC notice (≤ 3 business days) | §7 / Billing |
| Aftercare Monthly Report | FC-AMR-01 | All contacts & attempted contacts; referrals; case-management support; stability indicators; month/phase; submitted to SSCC/DFPS at end of each month | FC-AF-01.1 |
| Add-On Service Acknowledgment | FC-ASA-01 | Youth notification of add-on expectations (YTSS/PPY); youth signature & date | §14 add-on procedures |
| Casey Life Skills Assessment | CLSA | Life-skills assessment for youth 14+ (within 45 days; §15A) and the YTSS add-on | FC3-01.1 / YTSS |
| Kinship Support Assessment | — | Kinship caregiver needs; benefits eligibility; support plan | KIN add-on |
| Parenting Support Plan | — | Safe sleep; childproofing; child development; substitute-caregiver selection; healthy relationships | PPY add-on |
§17 REGULATORY REFERENCES
| Reference | Topic |
|---|---|
| T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 49–57 | T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services requirements |
| T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 151–153 | Transition Support Services (YTSS) |
| T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 156–160 | Kinship Caregiver Support Services |
| T3C Blueprint (April 2026), pp. 161–163 | Pregnant & Parenting Youth Support Services |
| TAC §749.1301 | 30-day Service Plan Timeline — HIGH WEIGHT STANDARD |
| TAC §749.1301–1335 | Service Planning Requirements |
| TAC §749.339 | Crisis response and restriction of privileges |
| TAC §749.361 | Aftercare services |
| TAC §749.673 | Quality improvement |
| TAC §749.901 | Emergency behavior intervention |
| TAC §749.2605 | Normalcy activities |
| Texas Family Code §264.125 | Reasonable and Prudent Parent Standard |
| Human Resources Code §42.042 | Normalcy activities (licensing authority) |
| DFPS 24-Hour RCC Requirements (FY26) | Placement and service requirements; aftercare |
§18 RELATED PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
| Document | ID | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| Foster Home Studies and T3C Credentialing Procedure | FC-17.1 | Credentialing assessment and approval |
| Individual Service Planning Procedure | FC3-01.1 | ISP development, 90-day CSR process |
| Admission Assessment Procedure | FC2-01.1 | CANS 3.0 initial assessment |
| Aftercare Services Policy | FC-AF-01 | Aftercare 6-month requirement |
| Aftercare Services Procedure | FC-AF-01.1 | Aftercare contact cadence and documentation |
| Crisis Management Policy | FC-04 | 24/7 crisis policy |
| Crisis Management Procedure | FC-04.1 | Crisis response protocols and timelines |
| Continued Stay Review Policy | FC-CSR-01 | 90-day CSR policy |
| Continued Stay Review Procedure | FC-CSR-01.1 | Program Director written confirmation steps |
| Family Connections and Engagement Procedure | FC7-01.1 | Family engagement and visitation |
| Staff and Caregiver Training Policy | FC-16 | Training requirements |
| Staff and Caregiver Training Procedure | FC-16.1 | Training delivery and documentation |
| Discharge and Permanency Planning Policy | FC14-01 | Discharge process |
| Discharge and Permanency Planning Procedure | FC14-01.1 | Therapeutic transition and discharge |
| STAR Health Coordination Procedure | FC-STAR-01.1 | STAR Health authorization and denial management |
| Universal Human Trafficking Prevention Training Policy | FC-HT-01 | Universal screening requirement |
| Kinship Caregiver Support Services Add-On | FC-KIN-01 | Full KIN add-on requirements |
| Youth Transition Support Services Add-On | FC-YTSS-01 | Full YTSS add-on requirements |
This Comprehensive Enhanced Snapshot is the canonical T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services document. The former standalone Policy (FC-T3C-01) is superseded by this Snapshot. Operational implementation detail lives in the foundation procedures cited in §18. Implementation guidance is listed in §15A. All Blueprint page references are to the April 2026 edition.