Section 16.04.18.357 - SERVICES FOR ADOPTIVE APPLICANTSAn agency must provide the following to its adoptive applicants:
01.Suitability Criteria. Information about specific criteria by which the agency determines suitability as adoptive parents and areas the agency assesses to determine the ability of the adoptive applicants to meet the needs of an adopted child.02.Selections and Services for a Specific Child. Procedures for selection of adoptive applicants to meet the needs of a specific child and, where indicated, assistance in obtaining resources and services to meet the continuing needs of the child.03.Legal Assessment. Procedures for assuring that a child placed is legally free for adoption, or an explanation that the placement is a legal-risk placement and any efforts made to free the child for adoption.04.Preparation for Placement. Procedures for preparing an applicant for parenting and placement of a child.05.Counseling. Offer or arrange counseling for prospective adoptive parents including assistance in understanding a child's religion, culture, ethnic, or linguistic background and the impact of leaving familiar ties and surroundings, including attachment issues and living in an institution, as appropriate to the age of the child.06.Termination of Services. Procedures for termination of services for an applicant found to be unsuited for adoptive parenthood or for an applicant found suited to adopt but for whom a child cannot be found.07.Financial. Provide a clear delineation of fees, charges, and other considerations for adoption services that include:a. Specific charges for expenses and services provided within the agency;b. Chronological itemization of fees for expenses and services provided by other identified sources;c. Identification of the charges that are refundable and nonrefundable; andd. The manner and timing of payments.Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.04.18.357