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84-ADM-23 - Access to Records in Young Adult Shelters Federal Runaway and Homesless Youth
The purpose of this administrative directive is to clarify the procedural steps that this Department will be taking for reviewing client specific case records in Young Adult Shelters receiving Federal Runaway and Homeless Youth Act or State Division for Youth Funds.
The purpose of this administrative directive is to clarify the procedural steps that this Department will be taking for reviewing client specific case records in Young Adult Shelters receiving Federal Runaway and Homeless Youth Act or State Division for Youth Funds.
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1984
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Budget
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84-ADM-24 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Soc. Ser. 10-1-83 - 9-30-84
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the closed-ended Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1983-84 (see attached Appendix A). As in the past, appropriate state matching funds will be available.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the closed-ended Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1983-84 (see attached Appendix A). As in the past, appropriate state matching funds will be available.
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1984
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
84-ADM-29 - Day Services
The purpose of this Directive is to outline requirements for developing and operating day services programs for children and families, and to explain case specific eligibility guidelines under which a social services district may qualify to receive reimbursement for day services using available State funds for preventative services.
The purpose of this Directive is to outline requirements for developing and operating day services programs for children and families, and to explain case specific eligibility guidelines under which a social services district may qualify to receive reimbursement for day services using available State funds for preventative services.
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1984
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2000
84-ADM-34 - Ruiz v. Blum
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts of the decision in Ruiz v. Blum (549 F. Supp. 871; USDC:SDNY). The court in this case held that children are the primary beneficiaries of day care benefits and that a child who is otherwise eligible for day care benefits cannot be denied such benefits because the parents of the child are aliens who are unlawfully residing in the United States or because the parents fail to furnish evidence that they are lawfully residing in the United States. In addition, the release discusses an issue related to the Ruiz decision. The issue concerns the ability of social services districts to require that persons who apply for a social service must disclose their Social Security numbers before such service can be provided. This requirement is contained in 18 NYCRR 404.1(c)(4).
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts of the decision in Ruiz v. Blum (549 F. Supp. 871; USDC:SDNY). The court in this case held that children are the primary beneficiaries of day care benefits and that a child who is otherwise eligible for day care benefits cannot be denied such benefits because the parents of the child are aliens who are unlawfully residing in the United States or because the parents fail to furnish evidence that they are lawfully residing in the United States. In addition, the release discusses an issue related to the Ruiz decision. The issue concerns the ability of social services districts to require that persons who apply for a social service must disclose their Social Security numbers before such service can be provided. This requirement is contained in 18 NYCRR 404.1(c)(4).
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1984
English
Foster Care
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
84-ADM-36 - Access to Information Contained in the NYS Child Abuse and Maltreatment Register
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts, authorized agencies and licensed day care centers of the provisions of Chapter 65J of the Laws of 1984. This Chapter will enhance the ability of the State to protect children who are receiving care in a residential setting or in a licensed day care center from child abuse and maltreatment. This directive updates the provisions of 81 ADM-18.
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts, authorized agencies and licensed day care centers of the provisions of Chapter 65J of the Laws of 1984. This Chapter will enhance the ability of the State to protect children who are receiving care in a residential setting or in a licensed day care center from child abuse and maltreatment. This directive updates the provisions of 81 ADM-18.
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Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1984
English
Budget
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
84-ADM-40 - Dissemination of Medical Histories to Prospective Adoptive Parents
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and authorized agency staff of the provisions of Chapter 326 of the Laws of 1983 and the recently promulgated regulations which implement this law. The law requires the release of medical histories of children legally freed for adoption or discharged from foster care into their own care.
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and authorized agency staff of the provisions of Chapter 326 of the Laws of 1983 and the recently promulgated regulations which implement this law. The law requires the release of medical histories of children legally freed for adoption or discharged from foster care into their own care.
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Adoption
Policies, External
1984
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2011
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2000
84-INF-04 - Surrenders of Ou-of-Wedlock Children to Private Auth. Adoption Agencies
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of an amendment to paragraph (a) of subdivision 5 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law, providing relief from financial responsibility for mothers who surrender their out-of-wedlock children to private authorized adoption agencies.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of an amendment to paragraph (a) of subdivision 5 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law, providing relief from financial responsibility for mothers who surrender their out-of-wedlock children to private authorized adoption agencies.
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Adoption
Policies, External
1984
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
2011
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2000
84-INF-07 - 83 Legislative Changes to the Adoption Subsidy Program
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and authorized adoption agencies of changes made to the adoption subsidy program by the enactment of Chapters 97 and 134 of the Laws of 1983.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and authorized adoption agencies of changes made to the adoption subsidy program by the enactment of Chapters 97 and 134 of the Laws of 1983.
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Adoption
Policies, External
1984
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2000
85-ADM-02 - Reporting the Training of Certified Foster Parents
The purpose of this administrative directive is to advise authorized agencies about the Department's requirements and procedures for reporting the training of certified foster parents.
The purpose of this administrative directive is to advise authorized agencies about the Department's requirements and procedures for reporting the training of certified foster parents.
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Foster Care
Policies, External
1985
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
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85-ADM-10 - Reimbursement Ceilings Soc. Ser. 10-1-83 - 9-30-84
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the revised closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1983-84 (see attached Appendix A). Public Law 98-135 increased New York State's Title XX authorization level by $1,908,355. Of this amount $1,870,188 is being passed through to the local districts. Consequently, this document will supercede 84 ADM-24. As in the past appropriate state matching funds will be available.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the revised closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1983-84 (see attached Appendix A). Public Law 98-135 increased New York State's Title XX authorization level by $1,908,355. Of this amount $1,870,188 is being passed through to the local districts. Consequently, this document will supercede 84 ADM-24. As in the past appropriate state matching funds will be available.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2001
85-ADM-14 - Chapter 822 of the Laws of 84
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and child protective services staff of the provisions of Chapter 822 of the Laws of 1984. This chapter amended Sections 412, 422 and 424 of the Social Services Law to distinguish between the persons allegedly responsible for child abuse or maltreatment and other persons named in the report; to delete the authority of the Department to seal child abuse and maltreatment reports; and to establish specific time frames in which requests to amend or expunge child abuse and maltreatment records must be made. This release also notifies social services districts that the Department has revised the required Notification Letters which inform subjects and other persons named in a report of child abuse or maltreatment of their respective rights.
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and child protective services staff of the provisions of Chapter 822 of the Laws of 1984. This chapter amended Sections 412, 422 and 424 of the Social Services Law to distinguish between the persons allegedly responsible for child abuse or maltreatment and other persons named in the report; to delete the authority of the Department to seal child abuse and maltreatment reports; and to establish specific time frames in which requests to amend or expunge child abuse and maltreatment records must be made. This release also notifies social services districts that the Department has revised the required Notification Letters which inform subjects and other persons named in a report of child abuse or maltreatment of their respective rights.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Adoption
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
2011
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2001
OCFS-4685 - Kinship Guardianship Assistance Eligibility Checklist
This is the eligibility checklist to be used when making eligibility decisions for the Kinship Guardianship Assistance Program (KinGAP). It is to be used in tandem with the KinGAP application.
This is the eligibility checklist to be used when making eligibility decisions for the Kinship Guardianship Assistance Program (KinGAP). It is to be used in tandem with the KinGAP application.
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Kinship
Forms
2016
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Strategic Planning and Policy Development
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2011
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
2001
English
Commission for the Blind
Reports
2015
English
Adoption
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
2001
Italian
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2015
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2001
Haitian Creole
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Chinese, traditional
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
2011-OCFS-INF-02 tpr-15 Petition for Modification of Order of Disposition to Restore Parental Rights
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2001
Italian
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Korean
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
English
Budget
Policies, External
2011
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1993
English
Budget
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Spanish
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Budget
Policies, External
2011
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Reports
2012
87-ADM-20 - Extensions of Placement Pursuant to Family Court Act 756-a (PINS)
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 604 of the Laws of 1986 with amends Article 7 of the Family Court Act. This directive also directs these districts and agencies as to necessary actions to be taken to comply with these requirements.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 604 of the Laws of 1986 with amends Article 7 of the Family Court Act. This directive also directs these districts and agencies as to necessary actions to be taken to comply with these requirements.
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Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2012
87-ADM-23 - Court Reviews for Children Freed for Adoption
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts and voluntary child care agencies of the provisions of Chapter 902 of the Laws of 1986. This Chapter authorizes the Family Court to review the placement status of children freed for adoption on a regular basis and requires authorized agencies to file petitions for such review. Furthermore, other provisions of this Chapter grant the right to a fair hearing to prospective adoptive parents on the grounds of failure of a social services official to provide them with adoption services and assistance.
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts and voluntary child care agencies of the provisions of Chapter 902 of the Laws of 1986. This Chapter authorizes the Family Court to review the placement status of children freed for adoption on a regular basis and requires authorized agencies to file petitions for such review. Furthermore, other provisions of this Chapter grant the right to a fair hearing to prospective adoptive parents on the grounds of failure of a social services official to provide them with adoption services and assistance.
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Adoption
Policies, External
1987
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
87-ADM-26 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Soc. Ser. for period 10-1-86 - 9-30-87
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1986-87 (see attached Appendix).
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1986-87 (see attached Appendix).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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Spanish
Foster Care
Publications
2011
87-ADM-38 - Dual Certification of Family Day Care and Family Foster Care Homes
The purpose of this directive is to advise of the provisions and implications of recent regulatory amendments to 18 NYCRR 417.4 and to describe the actions necessary to implement those provisions. The amendments repeal a prohibition against certifying a family home as both a foster home and a day care home, and the amendments require that foster children under the age of six years be counted in determining the day care capacity of the home.
The purpose of this directive is to advise of the provisions and implications of recent regulatory amendments to 18 NYCRR 417.4 and to describe the actions necessary to implement those provisions. The amendments repeal a prohibition against certifying a family home as both a foster home and a day care home, and the amendments require that foster children under the age of six years be counted in determining the day care capacity of the home.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Foster Care
Publications
2011
87-ADM-42 - Provision of Family and Children Services to Homeless Families Placed Outside their County of Origin
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social service's districts of their responsibilities to ensure necessary services are provided to homeless families that the district temporarily relocates in another district. This directive specifies the responsibilities of the district of origin and the district of temporary residence.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social service's districts of their responsibilities to ensure necessary services are provided to homeless families that the district temporarily relocates in another district. This directive specifies the responsibilities of the district of origin and the district of temporary residence.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Care: Exempt Providers
Forms
2004
87-ADM-53 - Expanded Capacity for Certain Family Day Care Homes
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and voluntary child care agencies which certify family day care - homes of a change to the number of children a family day care provider is permitted to care for under certain circumstances. Chapter 223 of the Laws of 1986 provides for family day care homes to expand their capacity to serve up to eight children, if at least two of the children are of school age and will reioeive care primarily during non-school hours.
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and voluntary child care agencies which certify family day care - homes of a change to the number of children a family day care provider is permitted to care for under certain circumstances. Chapter 223 of the Laws of 1986 provides for family day care homes to expand their capacity to serve up to eight children, if at least two of the children are of school age and will reioeive care primarily during non-school hours.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Care: L/R Providers
Forms
2014
87-INF-24 - Permanency Planning Skill- The Formulation of Client Service Goals
This letter has two purposes. The first is to emphasize the importance of having client service goals that are completed for the DSS 3626 and DSS 3627 forms of a child's Uniform Case Record. The second purpose is to identify a recommended action plan that can be expected to assist foster care and permanency planning staffs in learning principles that can help them in formulating appropriate client service goals.
This letter has two purposes. The first is to emphasize the importance of having client service goals that are completed for the DSS 3626 and DSS 3627 forms of a child's Uniform Case Record. The second purpose is to identify a recommended action plan that can be expected to assist foster care and permanency planning staffs in learning principles that can help them in formulating appropriate client service goals.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2007
87-INF-51 - Recertification of Eligibility for Day Care
The purpose of this release is to clarify local district options in relation to procedures for conducting recertifications of eligibility for Day Care. These clarifications are in response to questions asked by local social services districts and Day Care advocacy groups. They address the Department's interest in making available the maximum accessibility to Day Care services in keeping with Department regulations and appropriate procedures.
The purpose of this release is to clarify local district options in relation to procedures for conducting recertifications of eligibility for Day Care. These clarifications are in response to questions asked by local social services districts and Day Care advocacy groups. They address the Department's interest in making available the maximum accessibility to Day Care services in keeping with Department regulations and appropriate procedures.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
English
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2015
87-INF-59 - Chapters 67, 75, 97, 129, 160, 162,443, 478, 760,776, and 793 of the Laws of 87
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapters 67, 75, 97, 129, 160, 443, 469, 478, 760, 776 and 793 of the Laws of 1987 which amended several sections of Article 10 of the Family Court Act pertaining to child abuse and neglect proceedings.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapters 67, 75, 97, 129, 160, 443, 469, 478, 760, 776 and 793 of the Laws of 1987 which amended several sections of Article 10 of the Family Court Act pertaining to child abuse and neglect proceedings.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2001
Spanish
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2015
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Pub. 1407-IT - Fondo prestiti per attrezzature destinate ai disabili
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Italian
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2014
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Pub. 1407-HC - Fon Prè pou Ekipman pou Moun Andikape
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Haitian Creole
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2014
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Contracts and Grants
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Pub. 1407-TC - 身心障礙輔助器材貸款基金
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Chinese, traditional
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2014
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
2001-OCFS LCM-15 Allocations for Social Services for the Period October 1, 2000 - September 30, 2001
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Child Care: L/R Providers
Forms
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Reports
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Reports
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
2002
Spanish
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
2002
Pub. 1407-KO - 장애인보조기구대출 기금
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled
Equipment that assists the disabled person to overcome barriers of daily living is covered. Some examples are: Wheelchairs, wheelchair van lifts, ramps, communication devices for the deaf and hearing impaired, prosthetic devices, and devices which allow persons who are blind or visually impaired to discern printed material
Korean
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2014
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2002
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Reports
2012
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
2002
Haitian Creole
Adult Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Adult Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
CONNECTIONS
Policies, External
Korean
Adult Services
Publications
2016
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Adult Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Adult Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Korean
Adult Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Care Services
Publications
2012
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Care Services
Publications
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2002
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2002
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Commission for the Blind
Reports
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2002
Haitian Creole
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Korean
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Chinese, traditional
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
Chinese, traditional
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2003
Korean
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
93-LCM-109 Revised DSS-4150, Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Women Screening Checklist
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
2003-OCFS INF-11 Regulations Regarding the Administration of Medications by Legally Exempt Providers
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Reports
2013
93-LCM-112 - Protective Services for Adults (PSA) Intake--Regional Technical Assistance on 93 ADM-23
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1993
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2003
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Publications
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Forms
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Reports
2012
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Care: L/R Providers
Forms
2019
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2023
English
Budget
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2018
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Reports
2013
93-LCM-121 Instructions for Claiming Deadlines for the 1992-93 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2017
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Reports
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Reports
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1996
Korean
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Chinese, traditional
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
Russian
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2013
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2017
English
Budget
Policies, External
80-ADM-09 - Personal Care Services-Scope and Procedures
The purpose of this administrative directive is to explain the scope of the personal care services program within the Medical Assistance program and to describe in detail the procedures for the delivery of personal care services.
The purpose of this administrative directive is to explain the scope of the personal care services program within the Medical Assistance program and to describe in detail the procedures for the delivery of personal care services.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
80-ADM-100 - Suspected Child Abuse Maltreatment in Institutions
The purpose of the directive is to advise local social service districts of the provisions of section 424-b of the social service law, which became effective on October 1, 1980. This recently enacted law pertains to receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse/maltreatment in certain public and private agencies.
The purpose of the directive is to advise local social service districts of the provisions of section 424-b of the social service law, which became effective on October 1, 1980. This recently enacted law pertains to receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse/maltreatment in certain public and private agencies.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
80-ADM-17 - Room and Board Payments Foster Children in College
The purpose of this letter is to clarify the intent and scope of the Department's policy contained in Department Regulation Section 605.2(3). This regulation, which was the subject of 76 ADM 67, provides social services officials with the authority to make "...payments to a college or university when a foster child for whom the social services has been providing foster care is attending and residing at a college or university away from the foster care facility in which he has been placed. Such payments may be made only for room and board..."
The purpose of this letter is to clarify the intent and scope of the Department's policy contained in Department Regulation Section 605.2(3). This regulation, which was the subject of 76 ADM 67, provides social services officials with the authority to make "...payments to a college or university when a foster child for whom the social services has been providing foster care is attending and residing at a college or university away from the foster care facility in which he has been placed. Such payments may be made only for room and board..."
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1980
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
80-ADM-60 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Social Services for 10-1-79 - 9-30-80
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Federal and State services funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1979-80.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Federal and State services funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1979-80.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
80-ADM-65 - Termination or Limitation of Parental Visitation Rights by Authorized Agency
The purpose of this directive is to give notice to local districts and authorized agencies of an addition to the Department's regulation 431 regarding the termination of limitation of parental visitation rights to children voluntarily placed in foster care.
The purpose of this directive is to give notice to local districts and authorized agencies of an addition to the Department's regulation 431 regarding the termination of limitation of parental visitation rights to children voluntarily placed in foster care.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
80-ADM-85 - Funding for Preventive Services
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local social services districts of the availability of 50% matching state funds for preventive services for children and families for the period from July 1, 1980 through March 31, 1981. In addition, the Directive will provide information on a series of related programmatic, administrative and fiscal changes affecting preventive services which will be taking effect this year and in 1981.
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local social services districts of the availability of 50% matching state funds for preventive services for children and families for the period from July 1, 1980 through March 31, 1981. In addition, the Directive will provide information on a series of related programmatic, administrative and fiscal changes affecting preventive services which will be taking effect this year and in 1981.
English
Budget
Policies, External
1980
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1993
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1996
80-ADM-09 - Personal Care Attachments
The purpose of this administrative directive is to explain the scope of the personal care services program within the Medical Assistance program and to describe in detail the procedures for the delivery of personal care services.
The purpose of this administrative directive is to explain the scope of the personal care services program within the Medical Assistance program and to describe in detail the procedures for the delivery of personal care services.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Kinship
Policies, External
1996
80-ADM-97 - Policy and Procedures Regarding Placement for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise the social services district regarding alternative living arrangements which may be considered in lieu of foster home placement in the Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program; and policies concerning discharge plans.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise the social services district regarding alternative living arrangements which may be considered in lieu of foster home placement in the Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program; and policies concerning discharge plans.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1980
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1996
80-INF-08 - Proceedings to Fathers of Children Born Out of Wedlock
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts, authorized agencies and social services attorneys of a 1979 amendment to Social Services Law 384-c relating to notice in certain proceedings to fathers of children born out-of-wedlock.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts, authorized agencies and social services attorneys of a 1979 amendment to Social Services Law 384-c relating to notice in certain proceedings to fathers of children born out-of-wedlock.
English
Fatherhood Initiatives
Policies, External
1980
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1996
81-INF-15 - Educ. Services to Children in foster Care and Educationally Handicapped Children in Res. Fac
The purpose of this release is to inform social service officials of changes in Education, Social Services and Family Court Law, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Bill), which have programmatic and fiscal implications for the education and maintenance of children in foster care and educationally handicapped children who reside in a child care institution or private residential school approved for educating handicapped children.
The purpose of this release is to inform social service officials of changes in Education, Social Services and Family Court Law, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Bill), which have programmatic and fiscal implications for the education and maintenance of children in foster care and educationally handicapped children who reside in a child care institution or private residential school approved for educating handicapped children.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-16 - Amendments to Laws Relating to Family Offenses
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts, and others who deal with family offenses, domestic violence or orders of protection relating to such matters, as to certain provisions and amendments to the laws dealing with family offenses, orders of protection and certain matters of proceedings relating to the same contained in Chapter 530, Laws of 1980. Because Chapter 530 is somewhat broad in scope, a copy of the full chapter is attached for information and reference. This release will summarize all the provisions of Chapter 530, but will call attention to key highlights of the amendments and new provisions included in the law.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts, and others who deal with family offenses, domestic violence or orders of protection relating to such matters, as to certain provisions and amendments to the laws dealing with family offenses, orders of protection and certain matters of proceedings relating to the same contained in Chapter 530, Laws of 1980. Because Chapter 530 is somewhat broad in scope, a copy of the full chapter is attached for information and reference. This release will summarize all the provisions of Chapter 530, but will call attention to key highlights of the amendments and new provisions included in the law.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Budget
Policies, External
81-INF-18 - Jurisdiction in Adoption Proceedings
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, attorneys and authorized agencies of the action of the Legislature in Chapter 188, Laws of 1980 to extend to September 1, 1982, the period of concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, attorneys and authorized agencies of the action of the Legislature in Chapter 188, Laws of 1980 to extend to September 1, 1982, the period of concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-19 - Writs of Habeas Corpus in Family court to Obtain the Care and Custody of Children
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts, social services attorneys and county attorneys of the amendment to Section 384-a of the Social Services Law made by Chapter 28 of the Laws of 1980. This amendment adds the Family Court as a court of jurisdiction for writs of habeus corpus seeking return of the care and custody of children.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts, social services attorneys and county attorneys of the amendment to Section 384-a of the Social Services Law made by Chapter 28 of the Laws of 1980. This amendment adds the Family Court as a court of jurisdiction for writs of habeus corpus seeking return of the care and custody of children.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-20 - Child Abuse and Maltreatment Reports of Mandated Reporters as Evidence
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of Chapter 64 of the Laws of 1981 which amends section 1046 of the Family Court Act to correct an outdated reference to a repealed section of Social Services Law and to clarify Family Court Act provisions relating to the admissability as evidence in Family Court child protective proceedings of child abuse and maltreatment reports submitted by mandated reporters.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of Chapter 64 of the Laws of 1981 which amends section 1046 of the Family Court Act to correct an outdated reference to a repealed section of Social Services Law and to clarify Family Court Act provisions relating to the admissability as evidence in Family Court child protective proceedings of child abuse and maltreatment reports submitted by mandated reporters.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-22 - Rights of Foster Parents
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the Chapter 15, Laws of 1981 amendment to Social Services Laws 374.1 and 384.3 relating to the rights of foster parents.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the Chapter 15, Laws of 1981 amendment to Social Services Laws 374.1 and 384.3 relating to the rights of foster parents.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-23 - Access to Confidential Reports by Family Court
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of a 1981 amendment to Social Services Law 372 relating to access to confidential records by the Family Court.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of a 1981 amendment to Social Services Law 372 relating to access to confidential records by the Family Court.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-30 - Fees in Connection with Adoptions
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts and authorized agencies providing adoption services of the provisions of Chapter 283 of the Laws of 1981. These provisions amend subdivision 6 of section 374 of the Social Services Law and add a new subdivision 7 to section 115 of Domestic Relations Law, in regard to payment or receipt of certain fees in relation to adoptive placements and/or adoptions and requiring affidavits relating thereto.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts and authorized agencies providing adoption services of the provisions of Chapter 283 of the Laws of 1981. These provisions amend subdivision 6 of section 374 of the Social Services Law and add a new subdivision 7 to section 115 of Domestic Relations Law, in regard to payment or receipt of certain fees in relation to adoptive placements and/or adoptions and requiring affidavits relating thereto.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
81-INF-31 - Adoption Subsidy
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of recent changes in adoption subsidy law and requirements effective as of January 1, 1982 and of Department proposals to revise adoption subsidy regulations.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of recent changes in adoption subsidy law and requirements effective as of January 1, 1982 and of Department proposals to revise adoption subsidy regulations.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1981
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-12 - Priority for Certain Adoptive Applicants
The purpose of this letter is to advise authorized agencies about adoption applicant priorities pursuant to Regulation Part 421.13.
The purpose of this letter is to advise authorized agencies about adoption applicant priorities pursuant to Regulation Part 421.13.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-16 - Implementation for Departmental Regulation 441.18 on Children's Privacy Rights
The purpose of this directive is to advise authorized agencies, which include local social service districts, of the provisions of Section 441.18 of Department Regulations which address children's privacy rights when they are in the care of an authorized agency.
The purpose of this directive is to advise authorized agencies, which include local social service districts, of the provisions of Section 441.18 of Department Regulations which address children's privacy rights when they are in the care of an authorized agency.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1997
82-ADM-36 - Part 1 - Educational Services for Children in Child Care Institutions and Community Based Foster Care
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise social services officials of changes in Education and Social Services Law, effective July 1, 1981, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Act). The major part of Chapter 563 is contained in Article 81 of Education Law in which provisions are outlined for providing appropriate educational services to children placed in child care institutions by a public agency. Chapter 563 was amended by Chapter 947 of the Laws of 1981 to include residential treatment facilities for children and youth within the context of Article 81 placements.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise social services officials of changes in Education and Social Services Law, effective July 1, 1981, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Act). The major part of Chapter 563 is contained in Article 81 of Education Law in which provisions are outlined for providing appropriate educational services to children placed in child care institutions by a public agency. Chapter 563 was amended by Chapter 947 of the Laws of 1981 to include residential treatment facilities for children and youth within the context of Article 81 placements.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-36 - Part 2 - Educational Services for Children in Child Care Institutions and Community Based Foster Care
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise social services officials of changes in Education and Social Services Law, effective July 1, 1981, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Act). The major part of Chapter 563 is contained in Article 81 of Education Law in which provisions are outlined for providing appropriate educational services to children placed in child care institutions by a public agency. Chapter 563 was amended by Chapter 947 of the Laws of 1981 to include residential treatment facilities for children and youth within the context of Article 81 placements.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise social services officials of changes in Education and Social Services Law, effective July 1, 1981, brought about through passage of Chapter 563 of the Laws of 1980 (also known as the Institution Schools Act). The major part of Chapter 563 is contained in Article 81 of Education Law in which provisions are outlined for providing appropriate educational services to children placed in child care institutions by a public agency. Chapter 563 was amended by Chapter 947 of the Laws of 1981 to include residential treatment facilities for children and youth within the context of Article 81 placements.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-37 - Amended Uniform Case Record Regulations
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local Districts and authorized agencies of the filing of amended Part 428, 431.14, 431.15 and 406.2(b)(1)(iii) of Department Regulations, which set forth the structure of the Uniform Case Recording (UCR) System, and to describe the resultant changes in administrative and recordkeeping requirements.
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local Districts and authorized agencies of the filing of amended Part 428, 431.14, 431.15 and 406.2(b)(1)(iii) of Department Regulations, which set forth the structure of the Uniform Case Recording (UCR) System, and to describe the resultant changes in administrative and recordkeeping requirements.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1993
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-42 - part 1 Utilization Review
The purpose of this Directive is to advise district and agency staff of the standards that are to be used in the Department's Utilization Reviews for foster care and preventative services cases after April 1, 1982.
The purpose of this Directive is to advise district and agency staff of the standards that are to be used in the Department's Utilization Reviews for foster care and preventative services cases after April 1, 1982.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-42 - part 2 Utilization Review
The purpose of this Directive is to advise district and agency staff of the standards that are to be used in the Department's Utilization Reviews for foster care and preventative services cases after April 1, 1982.
The purpose of this Directive is to advise district and agency staff of the standards that are to be used in the Department's Utilization Reviews for foster care and preventative services cases after April 1, 1982.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-45 - Restraint Regulations
The purpose of this Directive is ito set forth requirements regarding the use of restraint on children in care according to Department regulations promulgated on August 3, 1981. A copy of the regulations is attached.
The purpose of this Directive is ito set forth requirements regarding the use of restraint on children in care according to Department regulations promulgated on August 3, 1981. A copy of the regulations is attached.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
90-LCM-060 - Minimum Wage Increase and Its Effect on the Calculation of PWP and CWEP Payment Credits
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-50 - Part 1 - Standards of Practice for Adoption Services
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
82-ADM-50 - Part 2 - Standards of Practice for Adoption Services
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-50 - Part 3 - Standards of Practice for Adoption Services
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
The purpose of this release is to advise social service officials and authorized child care agencies of the new adoption regulations, standards, and procedures which are contained in new Part 421 of the Department's regulations which repealed previous Parts 421 and 422. This regulation implements Social Services Law 372-e which became effective on April 1, 1980, and which requires the Department to promulgate regulations setting forth standards and procedures to be followed in evaluating persons who have applied to adopt a child.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-54 - Expungement of Child Protective Services Records Upon Deter. Unfounded
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and child protective services staff of Chapter 585 of the Laws of 1981 which amended subdivision 5 of Section 422 of Social Services Law regarding the expungement of child protective services registers and records upon a determination that a report of suspected child abuse or maltreatment is unfounded. This release also advises that the Department has promulgated regulations establishing a procedure for the review of unfounded determinations and for the expungement of local registers and records upon notification from the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Neglect that the unfounded determination is affirmed. This release further directs local social services officials and child protective services staff to comply with these regulations in their handling of unfounded reports.
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and child protective services staff of Chapter 585 of the Laws of 1981 which amended subdivision 5 of Section 422 of Social Services Law regarding the expungement of child protective services registers and records upon a determination that a report of suspected child abuse or maltreatment is unfounded. This release also advises that the Department has promulgated regulations establishing a procedure for the review of unfounded determinations and for the expungement of local registers and records upon notification from the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Neglect that the unfounded determination is affirmed. This release further directs local social services officials and child protective services staff to comply with these regulations in their handling of unfounded reports.
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1982
90-LCM-064 - Confidentiality of Recipient Identifiable Medical Assistance, AIDS and HIV-related Data
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-59 - Chapter 117 of the Laws of 82
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 117 of the Laws of 1982. This legislation amends Section 1055(b) of the Family Court Act pertaining to extensions of placement in child abuse or neglect proceedings.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 117 of the Laws of 1982. This legislation amends Section 1055(b) of the Family Court Act pertaining to extensions of placement in child abuse or neglect proceedings.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
82-ADM-60 - Neglected Child by Reason of Misuse of Drugs or Alcohol by Parent or Other Person Legally Responsible
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services officials of amendments to the Family Court Act and Social Services Law concerning the definition of "neglected child" in cases where there is an allegation of misuse of a drug or drugs or of alcoholic beverages by a parent, guardian, or other person legally responsible for a child's care or guardianship. This directive also requires local districts to apply its provisions to child protective services investigations and reports and to Family Court petitions alleging such misuse.
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services officials of amendments to the Family Court Act and Social Services Law concerning the definition of "neglected child" in cases where there is an allegation of misuse of a drug or drugs or of alcoholic beverages by a parent, guardian, or other person legally responsible for a child's care or guardianship. This directive also requires local districts to apply its provisions to child protective services investigations and reports and to Family Court petitions alleging such misuse.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
82-ADM-62 - Child Returned to Foster Care After Interruption of Care
The purpose of this letter is to advise all local districts and authorized child care agencies of procedural requirements necessitated by an amendment to Subdivision 6 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law. Chapter 204 of the Laws of 1981 added a new paragraph (n) to Section 398.6.
The purpose of this letter is to advise all local districts and authorized child care agencies of procedural requirements necessitated by an amendment to Subdivision 6 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law. Chapter 204 of the Laws of 1981 added a new paragraph (n) to Section 398.6.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-64 - Access to Child Abuse Maltreatment Reports Records by Comm. QCMD
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts of Chapter 316, Laws of 1981, amendment to subdivision 4 of Section 422 of the Social Services Law which grants the Commission on Quality of Care for the Mentally Disabled access to records and reports of child abuse or maltreatment and to direct districts regarding the handling of requests for reports made by the Commission.
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts of Chapter 316, Laws of 1981, amendment to subdivision 4 of Section 422 of the Social Services Law which grants the Commission on Quality of Care for the Mentally Disabled access to records and reports of child abuse or maltreatment and to direct districts regarding the handling of requests for reports made by the Commission.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
82-ADM-66 - Selection, Certification and Supervision Foster Family Boarding Homes
The purpose of this directive is to provide information that will facilitate understanding and the implementation of the major provisions of the amended Department regulations, Part 443, Certified Foster Family Boarding Home: Agency Procedures for Certification and Supervision; Part 444, Requirements for Licensure and Certification.
The purpose of this directive is to provide information that will facilitate understanding and the implementation of the major provisions of the amended Department regulations, Part 443, Certified Foster Family Boarding Home: Agency Procedures for Certification and Supervision; Part 444, Requirements for Licensure and Certification.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-70 - Chapter 379 Laws of 82
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts of the provisions of Chapter 379 of the Laws of 1982 which requires that a person removing a child under the authority of Section 1022 or 1024 of the Family Court Act give written notice to the parent or other person legally responsible for the child's care of the right to apply for the child's return pursuant to Section 1028 of the Act. This release serves as the formal transmission of the newly developed written notice which has been prescribed by the Office of Court Administration.
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts of the provisions of Chapter 379 of the Laws of 1982 which requires that a person removing a child under the authority of Section 1022 or 1024 of the Family Court Act give written notice to the parent or other person legally responsible for the child's care of the right to apply for the child's return pursuant to Section 1028 of the Act. This release serves as the formal transmission of the newly developed written notice which has been prescribed by the Office of Court Administration.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-ADM-71 - Establishing Supervised Independent Living Programs for Foster Care
The purpose of this release is to outline the requirements necessary for the establishment of Supervised Independent Living Programs. New Department Regulations, Part 449, provide for establishing authority to operate Independent Living programs as an extension of existing group foster care program(s) and enables authorized agencies to develop appropriate placement plans for adolescents who will be discharged to their own responsibility.
The purpose of this release is to outline the requirements necessary for the establishment of Supervised Independent Living Programs. New Department Regulations, Part 449, provide for establishing authority to operate Independent Living programs as an extension of existing group foster care program(s) and enables authorized agencies to develop appropriate placement plans for adolescents who will be discharged to their own responsibility.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-INF-02 - Child Returned to Foster Care After Interruption of Care
The purpose of this letter is to advise all local districts and authorized child care agencies of an amendment to Subdivision 6 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law. Chapter 204 of the Laws of 1981 adds a new paragraph to Section 398.6.
The purpose of this letter is to advise all local districts and authorized child care agencies of an amendment to Subdivision 6 of Section 398 of the Social Services Law. Chapter 204 of the Laws of 1981 adds a new paragraph to Section 398.6.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1982
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1993
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-INF-10 - Residential Care Facilities for Children and Adults
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the amendments made by Chapter 689 of the Laws of 1981 to Section 460-d of the Social Services Law. This change strengthens the authority of the attorney general to seek equitable relief against violations or threatened violations of law or regulations by operators of residential care facilities for children or adults. The appointment of receivers is specifically included as one permissible type of such equitable relief.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the amendments made by Chapter 689 of the Laws of 1981 to Section 460-d of the Social Services Law. This change strengthens the authority of the attorney general to seek equitable relief against violations or threatened violations of law or regulations by operators of residential care facilities for children or adults. The appointment of receivers is specifically included as one permissible type of such equitable relief.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1993
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
82-INF-12 - Residential Treatment Facilities for Children and Youth
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts of provisions contained in Chapter 947, Laws of 1981 which establishes a new category of care, the "Residential Treatment Facility for Children and Youth."
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts of provisions contained in Chapter 947, Laws of 1981 which establishes a new category of care, the "Residential Treatment Facility for Children and Youth."
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-INF-14 - Jurisdiction in Adoption Proceedings
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, social services, attorneys, and authorized agencies of the action of the legislature in Chapter 232, Laws of 1982 to extend to September 1, 1984, the period of concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, social services, attorneys, and authorized agencies of the action of the legislature in Chapter 232, Laws of 1982 to extend to September 1, 1984, the period of concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
82-INF-16 - Standard of Proof in PRoceedings Seeking Term. of Parental Rights
The purpose of this release is to inform local social officials, child protective services staff, social services and county attorneys and authorized agencies of the enactment of Chapter 123 of the Laws of 1982 which amends Section 384-b.3(g) of Social Services Law and Section 622 of the Family Court Act to establish the single standard of "clear and convincing proof" as the standard of proof for all termination of parental rights (commitment of guardianship and custody) proceedings.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social officials, child protective services staff, social services and county attorneys and authorized agencies of the enactment of Chapter 123 of the Laws of 1982 which amends Section 384-b.3(g) of Social Services Law and Section 622 of the Family Court Act to establish the single standard of "clear and convincing proof" as the standard of proof for all termination of parental rights (commitment of guardianship and custody) proceedings.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1982
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Forms
2010
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1990
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1997
Pub. 5183 - Clearance Chart for Certified or Approved Foster Homes
Desk Aid Chart that that specifies clearance protocols for certified and approved foster parents, and other persons who reside in certified or approved foster homes. This Clearance Chart includes the stage of certification or approval in which criminal history records checks, state central register (SCR) checks, and staff exclusion list (SEL) checks must be completed, and identifies for which population these checks are required. It also provides references to the regulations and related policies.
Desk Aid Chart that that specifies clearance protocols for certified and approved foster parents, and other persons who reside in certified or approved foster homes. This Clearance Chart includes the stage of certification or approval in which criminal history records checks, state central register (SCR) checks, and staff exclusion list (SEL) checks must be completed, and identifies for which population these checks are required. It also provides references to the regulations and related policies.
English
Foster Care
Publications
2018
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Pub. 5157 - Background Check Chart for Residential Programs for Victims of Domestic Violence Desk Aid
In partnership with the CWCS and OCFS Legal, the Bureau of Policy Analysis has developed a desk aid that specifies background check protocols that are now required for prospective employees, volunteers, consultants, and contractors with the potential for regular and substantial contact with children at the publicly-funded emergency shelters, which includes residential programs for victims of domestic violence. This background check chart includes when residential programs for victims of domestic violence are required to conduct Statewide Central Register (SCR) database checks, staff exclusion list (SEL) reviews, and DCJS criminal history checks. The background check chart identifies for which population these checks are required.
In partnership with the CWCS and OCFS Legal, the Bureau of Policy Analysis has developed a desk aid that specifies background check protocols that are now required for prospective employees, volunteers, consultants, and contractors with the potential for regular and substantial contact with children at the publicly-funded emergency shelters, which includes residential programs for victims of domestic violence. This background check chart includes when residential programs for victims of domestic violence are required to conduct Statewide Central Register (SCR) database checks, staff exclusion list (SEL) reviews, and DCJS criminal history checks. The background check chart identifies for which population these checks are required.
English
Foster Care
Publications
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Reports
2017
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Youth Development and Partnerships for Success
Reports
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2023
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Spanish
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Care Services
Reports
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Care Services
Reports
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Commission for the Blind
Reports
2017
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Publications
2002
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Commission for the Blind
Publications
2005
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1997
English
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2016
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
90-LCM-101 State Enabling Legislation for Job Opportunities and Basic Skills Training (JOBS) Program
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1997
English
Child Preventive Services
Publications
2015
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Bengali
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Bengali
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1997
Chinese, traditional
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1997
Chinese, traditional
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1994
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Russian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Spanish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
Spanish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Yiddish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Yiddish
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1997
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
87-INF-62 - Recommended Procedure for Fire Drills
The purpose of this release is to advise authorized agencies and day care centers of the Department's booklet, Recommended Procedure for Fire Drills, Publication #1095 (6/87).
The purpose of this release is to advise authorized agencies and day care centers of the Department's booklet, Recommended Procedure for Fire Drills, Publication #1095 (6/87).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-02 - Court Reviews for Children Freed for Adoption
The purpose of this directive is to advise you of the provisions of Chapter 902 of the Laws of 1986. This Chapter authorizes the Family Court to review the placement status of children freed for adoption on a regular basis and requires authorized agencies to file petitions for such review. Furthermore, other provisions of this Chapter grant the right to a fair hearing to prospective adoptive parents on the grounds of failure of a social services official to provide them with adoption services and assistance.
The purpose of this directive is to advise you of the provisions of Chapter 902 of the Laws of 1986. This Chapter authorizes the Family Court to review the placement status of children freed for adoption on a regular basis and requires authorized agencies to file petitions for such review. Furthermore, other provisions of this Chapter grant the right to a fair hearing to prospective adoptive parents on the grounds of failure of a social services official to provide them with adoption services and assistance.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-07 - The discipline of Children in Foster Care 18 NYCRR Section 441.9
This directive has two purposes. The first is to facilitate compliance with the Department's discipline regulation, 18 NYCRR Section 441.9. a. Deprivation of meals, snacks, mail, or visits by family as methods of discipline is prohibited. b. Room isolation, as a method of discipline, is prohibited. c. Corporal punishment is prohibited. d. Solitary confinement is prohibited. e. Discipline shall be prescribed, administered, and supervised only by adults. Such responsibilities shall never be delegated to children. The second purpose is to have authorized agencies review their policy manuals on discipline, as required by 18 NYCRR Section 441.4, to insure .that such manuals include the Department's discipline regulation and principles that will provide staff and foster parents with a framework to understand what constitutes effective child discipline.
This directive has two purposes. The first is to facilitate compliance with the Department's discipline regulation, 18 NYCRR Section 441.9. a. Deprivation of meals, snacks, mail, or visits by family as methods of discipline is prohibited. b. Room isolation, as a method of discipline, is prohibited. c. Corporal punishment is prohibited. d. Solitary confinement is prohibited. e. Discipline shall be prescribed, administered, and supervised only by adults. Such responsibilities shall never be delegated to children. The second purpose is to have authorized agencies review their policy manuals on discipline, as required by 18 NYCRR Section 441.4, to insure .that such manuals include the Department's discipline regulation and principles that will provide staff and foster parents with a framework to understand what constitutes effective child discipline.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1997
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-11 - Amendment to Utilization Review Standards
The purpose of this release is to advise and direct local social service districts and authorized agencies providing foster care regarding amendments to utilization review standards for children in foster care who require independent living services. The release addresses additions and changes to Department Regulations 18 NYCRR Sections 430.12(f) & 430.13(g). This release specifies the youth in foster care who require independent living services and each of the major areas of service required to be provided to that population.
The purpose of this release is to advise and direct local social service districts and authorized agencies providing foster care regarding amendments to utilization review standards for children in foster care who require independent living services. The release addresses additions and changes to Department Regulations 18 NYCRR Sections 430.12(f) & 430.13(g). This release specifies the youth in foster care who require independent living services and each of the major areas of service required to be provided to that population.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-13 - Establishing Supervised Independent Living Programs
The purpose of this release is to advise you of the promulgation of more flexible regulations for voluntary agencies and local social services districts who desire to establish supervised independent living programs (SILP's). The previous regulations, 18 NYCRR Part 449 and Administrative Directive, 82 ADM 71 have been repealed in order to support the creation of new independent living. programs. The regulations which were filed on February 1, 1988 and this administrative directive contain flexible programmatic requirements, waiver provisions and funding for expanded supervised independent living programs.
The purpose of this release is to advise you of the promulgation of more flexible regulations for voluntary agencies and local social services districts who desire to establish supervised independent living programs (SILP's). The previous regulations, 18 NYCRR Part 449 and Administrative Directive, 82 ADM 71 have been repealed in order to support the creation of new independent living. programs. The regulations which were filed on February 1, 1988 and this administrative directive contain flexible programmatic requirements, waiver provisions and funding for expanded supervised independent living programs.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1997
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-16 - Title IV-E Adoption Assistance Eligibility Form
To introduce a new application form for Title IV-E Adoption Assistance Eligibility: Eligibility for Title IV-E Adoption Assistance, (DSS-3912) and provide instructions for its use.
To introduce a new application form for Title IV-E Adoption Assistance Eligibility: Eligibility for Title IV-E Adoption Assistance, (DSS-3912) and provide instructions for its use.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
Arabic
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-19 - Limitation of Service by Publication in 358-a Proceedings
The purpose of this directive is to advise you that Chapter 823 of the Laws of 1987 has amended Section 358-a of the Social Services Law, to allow a family court judge to order service by publication with limits if he or she determines such service is necessary.
The purpose of this directive is to advise you that Chapter 823 of the Laws of 1987 has amended Section 358-a of the Social Services Law, to allow a family court judge to order service by publication with limits if he or she determines such service is necessary.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-20 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Social Services for Period 10-1-87 - 9-30-88
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1987-88 (see attached Appendix).
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1987-88 (see attached Appendix).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
French
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-23 - Protective services for adults - serving involuntary clients
The purpose of this directive is to clarify the responsibility of local social services districts to provide involuntary services to Protective Services for Adults (PSA) clients under certain circumstances. This transmittal explains and amplifies the Department's regulations and provides guidance in the practical application of involuntary interventions.
The purpose of this directive is to clarify the responsibility of local social services districts to provide involuntary services to Protective Services for Adults (PSA) clients under certain circumstances. This transmittal explains and amplifies the Department's regulations and provides guidance in the practical application of involuntary interventions.
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1998
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-24 - Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program for Foster Care and Services
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise you that the same child welfare benefits and services available to foster care children apply also to lawfully admitted unaccompanied refugee minors.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise you that the same child welfare benefits and services available to foster care children apply also to lawfully admitted unaccompanied refugee minors.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Italian
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-27 - Service Plan Review Standards
The purpose of this directive is to inform you about changes in the Department's utilization review standards for conducting service plan reviews for foster care cases. This directive also provides additional information about conducting service plan reviews in order to facilitate permanency planning for children.
The purpose of this directive is to inform you about changes in the Department's utilization review standards for conducting service plan reviews for foster care cases. This directive also provides additional information about conducting service plan reviews in order to facilitate permanency planning for children.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-28 - Reporting of Model Contracts for Local Purchase of Child Foster Care Services.pdf
The purpose of this directive is to advise you about a revised model contract for local purchase of foster care and maintenance agreements which will become effective July 1, 1988.
The purpose of this directive is to advise you about a revised model contract for local purchase of foster care and maintenance agreements which will become effective July 1, 1988.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1998
Korean
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-29 - Reporting of Injuries and Death of Children in Foster Care
This directive has two purposes. The first is to remind authorized agencies of the Department's reporting requirements contained in 18 NYCRR 441. 7(c)(l) and (2): 441.7 Records and Reports (c) A child care agency shall: (1) report the death of any child in its care to the departmmt within 24 hours of such death, on a form and in accordance with instructions prescribed by the departmemt; (2) report to the departmmt within 24 hours any injury to a child in its care which requires the services of a physician and which, in the opinion of such physician, may cause death, serious disability or disfigurement; The second purpose is to advise authorized agencies of new reporting procedures effective on July 15, 1988 that supercede the ones described in 78 ADM-17, issued March 17, 1978.
This directive has two purposes. The first is to remind authorized agencies of the Department's reporting requirements contained in 18 NYCRR 441. 7(c)(l) and (2): 441.7 Records and Reports (c) A child care agency shall: (1) report the death of any child in its care to the departmmt within 24 hours of such death, on a form and in accordance with instructions prescribed by the departmemt; (2) report to the departmmt within 24 hours any injury to a child in its care which requires the services of a physician and which, in the opinion of such physician, may cause death, serious disability or disfigurement; The second purpose is to advise authorized agencies of new reporting procedures effective on July 15, 1988 that supercede the ones described in 78 ADM-17, issued March 17, 1978.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1998
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-33 - Outside Camp Fees in Foster Boarding Home Programs
This is to advise you that the Department has revised the method of payment and claiming reimbursement for outside camp fees for children placed in foster boarding homes operated by authorized agencies. The revision is effective on July I, 1988.
This is to advise you that the Department has revised the method of payment and claiming reimbursement for outside camp fees for children placed in foster boarding homes operated by authorized agencies. The revision is effective on July I, 1988.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1998
Polish
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-ADM-48 - Expansion of Population Eligible Foster Parent.pdf
The purpose of this directive is to inform you that Chapter 460 of the Laws of 1987 amended Section 375 of the Social Services Law to exempt relatives within the third degree to the parents or step-parents of a child from certification or licensing in order to provide foster care to a child under the age of eighteen. Chapter 460 of the Laws of 1987 also amended Section 424-a to require such relatives to be screened with the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment. This directive also advises that relatives within the third degree to the parents or step-parents of a child are subject to the approval process contained in Parts 443 and 444 of 18 NYCRR and 86 ADM-33. In addition, this directive advises that a child placed with an approved relative within the third degree is permitted, when appropriate, to have a permanency planning goal of discharge to independent living, regardless of the child's age and without State approval.
The purpose of this directive is to inform you that Chapter 460 of the Laws of 1987 amended Section 375 of the Social Services Law to exempt relatives within the third degree to the parents or step-parents of a child from certification or licensing in order to provide foster care to a child under the age of eighteen. Chapter 460 of the Laws of 1987 also amended Section 424-a to require such relatives to be screened with the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment. This directive also advises that relatives within the third degree to the parents or step-parents of a child are subject to the approval process contained in Parts 443 and 444 of 18 NYCRR and 86 ADM-33. In addition, this directive advises that a child placed with an approved relative within the third degree is permitted, when appropriate, to have a permanency planning goal of discharge to independent living, regardless of the child's age and without State approval.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-INF-03 - Enhanced Rights and Respon. of Law Guardians
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and voluntary authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 136 and 461 of the Laws of 1987.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and voluntary authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 136 and 461 of the Laws of 1987.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Urdu
Adoption
Forms
2009
88-INF-18 - Payment for Independent Living
There are a number of financial issues which have arisen with the advent of the recently promulgated regulations on Independent Living and, simultaneously, the availability of Federal funding to provide Transitional Independent Living Services to IV-E eligible children. As a consequence, provisions must be made for the funding of additional services as well as the distribution of available Federal funds. It is the Department's intention to allow local districts flexibility in this regard in order. to permit local spending in the most appropriate way specific to local needs. This letter is to provide guidance to local districts regarding methods of payment for independent living services.
There are a number of financial issues which have arisen with the advent of the recently promulgated regulations on Independent Living and, simultaneously, the availability of Federal funding to provide Transitional Independent Living Services to IV-E eligible children. As a consequence, provisions must be made for the funding of additional services as well as the distribution of available Federal funds. It is the Department's intention to allow local districts flexibility in this regard in order. to permit local spending in the most appropriate way specific to local needs. This letter is to provide guidance to local districts regarding methods of payment for independent living services.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Publications
2018
88-INF-26 - Permanent Extension of Title IV-E Vol. Placement Prov
Federal legislation (H.R. 3545) which was recently signed into law provides for a permanent extension of federal reimbursement (50%) for Title IV-E eligible children voluntarily placed into foster care for up to 180 days. In past years, Congress has extended funding for Title IV-E voluntary placements on either an annual or bi-annual basis.
Federal legislation (H.R. 3545) which was recently signed into law provides for a permanent extension of federal reimbursement (50%) for Title IV-E eligible children voluntarily placed into foster care for up to 180 days. In past years, Congress has extended funding for Title IV-E voluntary placements on either an annual or bi-annual basis.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Commission for the Blind
Reports
2018
88-INF-40 - Part 1 - The 88 Model Foster Parent Manual
This release has two purposes. The first is to notify authorized agencies that a copy of The 1988 Model Foster Parent Manual may be ordered from the Department. The second purpose is to advise agencies that the Manual is intended to be used for making whatever number of copies are needed to supply each foster home with its own agency manual.
This release has two purposes. The first is to notify authorized agencies that a copy of The 1988 Model Foster Parent Manual may be ordered from the Department. The second purpose is to advise agencies that the Manual is intended to be used for making whatever number of copies are needed to supply each foster home with its own agency manual.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Commission for the Blind
Reports
2018
88-INF-40 - Part 2 The 88 Model Foster Parent Manual
This section describes the policies and procedures that foster parents need to have about board rates, clothing allowances, clothing standards, school expenses, special allowances, emergency placements, medical examinations of foster parents, liability insurance, administration procedures, medical requirements, clothing standards, board rates, the limits to the foster parent's authority with regard to a foster child's schooling and school activities, school expenses, emergency placement, administration of drugs, consent, substitute child care, etc. At the local district's discretion, information could be included on agency policy and procedures regarding child abuse and maltreatment reports concerning a foster family.
This section describes the policies and procedures that foster parents need to have about board rates, clothing allowances, clothing standards, school expenses, special allowances, emergency placements, medical examinations of foster parents, liability insurance, administration procedures, medical requirements, clothing standards, board rates, the limits to the foster parent's authority with regard to a foster child's schooling and school activities, school expenses, emergency placement, administration of drugs, consent, substitute child care, etc. At the local district's discretion, information could be included on agency policy and procedures regarding child abuse and maltreatment reports concerning a foster family.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Child Care: LDSS
Publications
2018
88-INF-44 - FY 88-89 Masximum State Aid Rates (MSAR)
The purpose of this release is to inform you of the maximum state aid rates for foster care programs and private schools for the handicapped for the 1988/89 rate year. The rates have been calculated using the approved State reimbursemmt methodology.
The purpose of this release is to inform you of the maximum state aid rates for foster care programs and private schools for the handicapped for the 1988/89 rate year. The rates have been calculated using the approved State reimbursemmt methodology.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1998
Italian
Child Care: LDSS
Publications
2018
88-INF-54 - Foster Parent Finders Fee
The purpose of this directive is to advise you that the Department is implementing a policy of incentive awards for currently certified foster parents.
The purpose of this directive is to advise you that the Department is implementing a policy of incentive awards for currently certified foster parents.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1998
88-INF-57 - Consolidated Services Plan, 89 Poverty Levels
The purpose of this letter is to transmit the 1989 poverty level incomes to be used in determining eligibility for services. State income eligibility standards are expressed as a percentage of the poverty level which is updated on a yearly basis. Local district income eligibility standards are recorded in Appendix F of the local district Consolidated Services Plan and Annual Implementation Reports and are used as input to the district's Title XX services matrix within the Welfare Management System.
The purpose of this letter is to transmit the 1989 poverty level incomes to be used in determining eligibility for services. State income eligibility standards are expressed as a percentage of the poverty level which is updated on a yearly basis. Local district income eligibility standards are recorded in Appendix F of the local district Consolidated Services Plan and Annual Implementation Reports and are used as input to the district's Title XX services matrix within the Welfare Management System.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
88-INF-61 - Guidelines for Photo-Listing of Children in Blue Book
This letter has been developed to highlight new expanded guidelines for Blue Book photographs and summaries, as well as guidelines for requesting a delay in publication of the photo-listing. These guidelines are set forth in this Letter and they will also be found on the back of new copies of the DSS-2703 form, Registration of Child with State Adoption Service.
This letter has been developed to highlight new expanded guidelines for Blue Book photographs and summaries, as well as guidelines for requesting a delay in publication of the photo-listing. These guidelines are set forth in this Letter and they will also be found on the back of new copies of the DSS-2703 form, Registration of Child with State Adoption Service.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1998
English
Commission for the Blind
Forms
2018
88-INF-62 - Purchase of Day Care Services from Day Care Centers
This letter restates to local districts Department Regulation (DR), 415.l(h) (3), which permits the purchase of daycare services from daycare centers operated by public schools and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES).
This letter restates to local districts Department Regulation (DR), 415.l(h) (3), which permits the purchase of daycare services from daycare centers operated by public schools and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1998
88-INF-67 - Refugee Entrant Assistance Program - Eligibility of Certain Amerasian Immigrants
On March 20, 1988 Public Law 100-202 established the resumption of the Orderly Departure program with Vietnam, providing for certain Amerasisans and their close family members to be admitted to the United States in immigration status. Through this new legislation, the Amerasians and family members in this immigration status are eligible for Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) funded benefits as though they were refugees. This informational letter describes the documentation for this group of immigrants to assist local districts in identifying them as eligible for refugee social services.
On March 20, 1988 Public Law 100-202 established the resumption of the Orderly Departure program with Vietnam, providing for certain Amerasisans and their close family members to be admitted to the United States in immigration status. Through this new legislation, the Amerasians and family members in this immigration status are eligible for Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) funded benefits as though they were refugees. This informational letter describes the documentation for this group of immigrants to assist local districts in identifying them as eligible for refugee social services.
English
Budget
Policies, External
1988
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1998
Spanish
Child Care: L/R Providers
Forms
2019
88-INF-73 - Sexual Abuse Educational Materials
This letter is to inform you of the availability of three educational pamphlets, multiple copies of which are being sent under separate cover to all local social services districts. These educational materials provide sound information to both male and female victims of sexual abuse. They are designed to address questions and fears not verbalized as well as to offer support to child victims of a sexual assault. Also available is an educational publication for parents which focuses on parenting for the prevention of child abuse.
This letter is to inform you of the availability of three educational pamphlets, multiple copies of which are being sent under separate cover to all local social services districts. These educational materials provide sound information to both male and female victims of sexual abuse. They are designed to address questions and fears not verbalized as well as to offer support to child victims of a sexual assault. Also available is an educational publication for parents which focuses on parenting for the prevention of child abuse.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
Bengali
Child Care Services
Publications
2015
88-INF-76 - The Laws of 88 Pertaining to Child Abuse and Neglect
The purpose the provisions of 557, 634 and 673 the Family Court of this letter is to inform 271, 452, 457, of 1988, which Chapters 102, of the Laws local districts of 478, 527, 543, 545, amended sections of Act, Social Services Law, Domestic Relations Law, Procedure Act pertaining to child abuse and Protective Services Manual will be updated to provide information regarding many of these provisions, including any which require necessary actions to be taken by local CPS staff.
The purpose the provisions of 557, 634 and 673 the Family Court of this letter is to inform 271, 452, 457, of 1988, which Chapters 102, of the Laws local districts of 478, 527, 543, 545, amended sections of Act, Social Services Law, Domestic Relations Law, Procedure Act pertaining to child abuse and Protective Services Manual will be updated to provide information regarding many of these provisions, including any which require necessary actions to be taken by local CPS staff.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Haitian Creole
Child Care Services
Publications
2015
88-INF-79 - Terminating Parental Rights of Incarcerated Parents
This is to inform you of a recent appellate court decision, issued on October 20, 1988, which concluded that an incarcerated father's parental rights should be terminated despite the father evidencing interest in his children and maintaining visitation with them. The decision in Matter of Delores B, made by the First Department of the Appellate Division, is attached for your information.
This is to inform you of a recent appellate court decision, issued on October 20, 1988, which concluded that an incarcerated father's parental rights should be terminated despite the father evidencing interest in his children and maintaining visitation with them. The decision in Matter of Delores B, made by the First Department of the Appellate Division, is attached for your information.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Korean
Child Care Services
Publications
2015
88-INF-80 - Recruitment and Retention of Foster Parents Survey Report
Attached is a summary of key results of a nationwide telephone survey conducted by the Department to identify foster boarding home models and alternative approaches for providing residential, community based services to "high risk" foster children. This survey is one of many activities initiated by the Department in recognition of local districts' need for innovative strategies to recruit and retain capable foster families.
Attached is a summary of key results of a nationwide telephone survey conducted by the Department to identify foster boarding home models and alternative approaches for providing residential, community based services to "high risk" foster children. This survey is one of many activities initiated by the Department in recognition of local districts' need for innovative strategies to recruit and retain capable foster families.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1988
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
Bengali
Protective Services State Central Register
Forms
2017
89-ADM-13 - Reimbursement Ceilings for soc. Ser. Period 10-1-88 - 9-30-89
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1988-89.
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1988-89.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1999
English
Administration
Forms
2019
89-ADM-14 - Foster Care Initial Clothing Allowances for Children in Family Boarding Homes
This release advises you of the requirements for providing adequate initial clothing for children in foster family boarding homes and includes guidelines for clothing at the time of placement.
This release advises you of the requirements for providing adequate initial clothing for children in foster family boarding homes and includes guidelines for clothing at the time of placement.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-ADM-34 - Preventive Services Utilization Review
This directive has two purposes. The first is to advise local social services districts that the Department plans to conduct a utilization review of the preventive services programs in each local district in accordance with the procedures established by 18NYCRR Section 430.13. The Department will advise each district of their respective starting date for Preventive Utilization Review.
This directive has two purposes. The first is to advise local social services districts that the Department plans to conduct a utilization review of the preventive services programs in each local district in accordance with the procedures established by 18NYCRR Section 430.13. The Department will advise each district of their respective starting date for Preventive Utilization Review.
English
Child Preventive Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-ADM-43 - Foster Care Assuring appropriate Education Ser. Foster Children Place Out of State
The purpose of this Directive is to explain the notification procedure which must be followed to assure the provision of appropriate educational services to foster children placed by a social service district in out-of-state residential facilities.
The purpose of this Directive is to explain the notification procedure which must be followed to assure the provision of appropriate educational services to foster children placed by a social service district in out-of-state residential facilities.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-ADM-48 - Foster Care Child Care Review Services Sealing Requirements
The purpose of this directive is to advise you of the procedures that the Department has implemented to fulfill regulatory requirements for sealing the CCRS records of children discharged from foster care and of the steps necessary to designate staff who will be able to access the sealed data.
The purpose of this directive is to advise you of the procedures that the Department has implemented to fulfill regulatory requirements for sealing the CCRS records of children discharged from foster care and of the steps necessary to designate staff who will be able to access the sealed data.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1989
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-07 - Child Abuse and Maltreatment A Guide for Mandated Reporters
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of legislative changes which are to encourage the fullest degree of reporting of suspected child abuse and maltreatment by individuals mandated to report.
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of legislative changes which are to encourage the fullest degree of reporting of suspected child abuse and maltreatment by individuals mandated to report.
English
Child Preventive Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-28 - Payment of Non-Recurring Adoption Expenses.pdf
This will serve as an interim release pending finalization of department regulations on payment of non-recurring expenses. Specific procedures and guidelines for the payment of such expenses will be provided in either an Administrative Directive or in the Adoption Services Program Manual.
This will serve as an interim release pending finalization of department regulations on payment of non-recurring expenses. Specific procedures and guidelines for the payment of such expenses will be provided in either an Administrative Directive or in the Adoption Services Program Manual.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-37 - Foster Boarding Home Survey Report
Enclosed is a copy of the report on the smvey of foster boarding home programs conducted in January, 1988. The report contains a wealth of information on the status of foster boarding home programs in New York state, as well as recommendations for action.
Enclosed is a copy of the report on the smvey of foster boarding home programs conducted in January, 1988. The report contains a wealth of information on the status of foster boarding home programs in New York state, as well as recommendations for action.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1989
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1999
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-44 - With Loving Arms Video
We are happy to forward to you the enclosed video entitled "With Loving Arms" for use by your agency. "With Loving Arms" is an 18-minutes video produced by State of the Art, Inc. for the New York state Department of Social Services and the Child Welfare League of America. This documentary will be used nationwide to promote the recruitment of foster homes for children who suffer from HIV disease and to educate the public on pediatric HIV diseasee.
We are happy to forward to you the enclosed video entitled "With Loving Arms" for use by your agency. "With Loving Arms" is an 18-minutes video produced by State of the Art, Inc. for the New York state Department of Social Services and the Child Welfare League of America. This documentary will be used nationwide to promote the recruitment of foster homes for children who suffer from HIV disease and to educate the public on pediatric HIV diseasee.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-49 - Terminating Parental Rights of Incarcerated Parents
This is to inform you of a recent Court of Appeals decision concerning three cases, all of which pertain to terminating the parental rights of incarcerated parents. This also updates 88 INF-79, which discussed an appelate court decision, in Matter of Doloros B. That case is one of the three appealed cases that the Court of Appeals, the highest court in the State, ruled on. The Opinion covering all three cases is attached for your information.
This is to inform you of a recent Court of Appeals decision concerning three cases, all of which pertain to terminating the parental rights of incarcerated parents. This also updates 88 INF-79, which discussed an appelate court decision, in Matter of Doloros B. That case is one of the three appealed cases that the Court of Appeals, the highest court in the State, ruled on. The Opinion covering all three cases is attached for your information.
English
Child Preventive Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-50 - Consolidated Services Plan, 90 Income Elig. Standards
The purpose of this letter is to transmit the 1990 income standards to be used in detennining eligibility for services. state income standards are established using the federal poverty level for family size 4 as a base, adjusted by family size scale. Local district eligibility levels are recorded in Appendix F of the local district Consolidated Services Plan and Annual Implementation Reports and are used as input to the district's Title XX services matrix within the Welfare Management System.
The purpose of this letter is to transmit the 1990 income standards to be used in detennining eligibility for services. state income standards are established using the federal poverty level for family size 4 as a base, adjusted by family size scale. Local district eligibility levels are recorded in Appendix F of the local district Consolidated Services Plan and Annual Implementation Reports and are used as input to the district's Title XX services matrix within the Welfare Management System.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1999
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1999
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adoption
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Preventive Services
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Foster Care
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
CONNECTIONS
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
CONNECTIONS
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2004
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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Other - Not Specified
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English
Foster Care
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2004
English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
04-OCFS-LCM-06 - Title IVB Assurances - Chafee Foster Care Independence Program -Tribal Consultation
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2004
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Budget
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Strategic Planning and Policy Development
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Strategic Planning and Policy Development
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Adult Services
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2003
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1995
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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English
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
2003-OCFS LCM-21 Non-Secure Detention Placements and PINS Age 16-17 Services Preliminary Allocations
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1995
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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1990
English
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1990
English
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English
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English
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Budget
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English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2003
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1994
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Child Welfare and Community Services
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
CONNECTIONS
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English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1994
English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Budget
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
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English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2004
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
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1990
English
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English
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English
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1990
English
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English
Domestic Violence
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2004
English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Human Resources
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English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2004
English
Adult Services
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1994
English
Foster Care
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Family Type Homes for Adults
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1994
English
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1990
English
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English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Protective Services State Central Register
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1994
English
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English
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1990
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1990
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1990
English
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Child Welfare and Community Services
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English
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English
Foster Care
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1990
English
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English
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Domestic Violence
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1994
English
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1990
English
Foster Care
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2005
English
Budget
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English
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1990
English
Fatherhood Initiatives
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English
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1990
English
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English
Adoption
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1990
English
Foster Care
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2005
English
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1990
English
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1990
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1990
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Budget
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1990
English
Budget
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1990
English
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Domestic Violence
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2005
English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Other - Not Specified
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English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
06-OCFS-ADM-01 - Rest-of-State Domestic Violence Rates for January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2006
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2006
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Domestic Violence
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2006
English
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Other - Not Specified
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1990
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1990
English
Budget
Policies, External
85-ADM-15 - Access to Child Abuse and Maltreatment Reports
The purpose of this directive is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapter 554 of the Laws of 1984 which gives probation services access to NYS Child Abuse and Maltreatment Register (SCR) and local register information and reports when conducting an investigation relating to a custody or habeus corpus proceeding and to direct districts regarding responding to requests for such information made by probation services.
The purpose of this directive is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapter 554 of the Laws of 1984 which gives probation services access to NYS Child Abuse and Maltreatment Register (SCR) and local register information and reports when conducting an investigation relating to a custody or habeus corpus proceeding and to direct districts regarding responding to requests for such information made by probation services.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Adoption
Policies, External
85-ADM-16 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Soc. Ser. 10-1-84 - 9-30-85
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1984-1985 (see attached Appendix A).
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1984-1985 (see attached Appendix A).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-21 - Chapter 141 of the Laws of 83
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts and authorized agencies of the amendments to sections 430.1(a), 431.8(b) and 431.8(d) of the regulations of the Department of Social Services. These regulations implement Chapter 141 of the Laws of 1983. This legislation amended Section 392(2), (3)(c), and (5) of the Social Services Law, and added a new paragraph (3)(d) to such section. The amendments concerned the time periods for the filing of petition for the review of foster care placements.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts and authorized agencies of the amendments to sections 430.1(a), 431.8(b) and 431.8(d) of the regulations of the Department of Social Services. These regulations implement Chapter 141 of the Laws of 1983. This legislation amended Section 392(2), (3)(c), and (5) of the Social Services Law, and added a new paragraph (3)(d) to such section. The amendments concerned the time periods for the filing of petition for the review of foster care placements.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-22 - Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children
The purpose of this release is to explain when and how the Interstate Compact network is to be used for placement of children between states. All staff who provide services to children and families, and their supervisors, should be familiar with the Interstate Compact on the Placem_ent of Children (Section 374-a of the Social Services Law). Every effort should be made to explore the possibility for placement of a child in another state when there is reason to believe that such & placement will be in the child's best interest. Such consideration is appropriate when the service plan for a child is developed or revised. Staff with children's services responsibilities should have a knowledge of the steps which should be followed when there is a possibility of a child being placed in another state. They should have. an understanding of their respective roles both as a sending agency and as a receiving agency. Section IV of this Letter details these functions and may be used as a guide by casework staff. The Interstate Compact staff in the State Department of Social Services are also prepared to respond to specific questions regarding the applicability of the Compact in various circumstances and to assist in obtaining approval for placement from Compact staff of other states. A copy of the Interstate Compact may be found in Appendix A of this Directive.
The purpose of this release is to explain when and how the Interstate Compact network is to be used for placement of children between states. All staff who provide services to children and families, and their supervisors, should be familiar with the Interstate Compact on the Placem_ent of Children (Section 374-a of the Social Services Law). Every effort should be made to explore the possibility for placement of a child in another state when there is reason to believe that such & placement will be in the child's best interest. Such consideration is appropriate when the service plan for a child is developed or revised. Staff with children's services responsibilities should have a knowledge of the steps which should be followed when there is a possibility of a child being placed in another state. They should have. an understanding of their respective roles both as a sending agency and as a receiving agency. Section IV of this Letter details these functions and may be used as a guide by casework staff. The Interstate Compact staff in the State Department of Social Services are also prepared to respond to specific questions regarding the applicability of the Compact in various circumstances and to assist in obtaining approval for placement from Compact staff of other states. A copy of the Interstate Compact may be found in Appendix A of this Directive.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-23 - Implementation of Chapter 872 Laws of 84
This directive advises social services districts and other authorized agencies of recent amendments to Section 358-a of the Social Services Law and Section 1052(b) of the Family Court Act. These amendments require that before a court can approve the placement of a child into foster care pursuant to the above noted sections, it must determine that reasonable efforts were made to prevent the placement of the child into foster care. The directive also advises social services districts and other authorized agencies of the actions which are necessary in order to comply with the reasonable efforts requirements.
This directive advises social services districts and other authorized agencies of recent amendments to Section 358-a of the Social Services Law and Section 1052(b) of the Family Court Act. These amendments require that before a court can approve the placement of a child into foster care pursuant to the above noted sections, it must determine that reasonable efforts were made to prevent the placement of the child into foster care. The directive also advises social services districts and other authorized agencies of the actions which are necessary in order to comply with the reasonable efforts requirements.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-39 - Adoption Revision of Annual Income Schedule
The purpose of this directive is to advise social service districts, authorized adoption agencies and adoption programs of the revision to the annual income schedule for adoption subsidy payments. This revision is being made pursuant to Social Services Law, Section 453.3 which requires an annual review of regulations governing the amount of monthly payment for a maintenance subsidy.
The purpose of this directive is to advise social service districts, authorized adoption agencies and adoption programs of the revision to the annual income schedule for adoption subsidy payments. This revision is being made pursuant to Social Services Law, Section 453.3 which requires an annual review of regulations governing the amount of monthly payment for a maintenance subsidy.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1985
85-ADM-42 - Chapter 911 of the Laws of 83
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials of the provisions of Chapter 911 of the Laws of 1983 in relation to the termination of parental rights of incarcerated parents.
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials of the provisions of Chapter 911 of the Laws of 1983 in relation to the termination of parental rights of incarcerated parents.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-43 - Adoption Separated Spouses who may Adopt
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and authorized agency staff of the provisions of Chapters 218 and 745 of the Laws of 1984 and the regulations which implement these laws. These Jaws permit legally separated spouses to adopt a child. Copies of Chapters 218 and 745 of the Laws of 1984 and the implementing regulations are attached for your information.
The purpose of this release is to advise local social services officials and authorized agency staff of the provisions of Chapters 218 and 745 of the Laws of 1984 and the regulations which implement these laws. These Jaws permit legally separated spouses to adopt a child. Copies of Chapters 218 and 745 of the Laws of 1984 and the implementing regulations are attached for your information.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1985
85-ADM-52 - Child Returning to Family Boarding Home
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts and-authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 127 of the Laws of 1985 which requires the placement of a child who is leaving a foster care institution to be made with the foster parents with whom the child was last placed, irrespective of whether the foster home is currently boarding its maximum licensed/certified capacity, when such placement is in the child's best interests.
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts and-authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 127 of the Laws of 1985 which requires the placement of a child who is leaving a foster care institution to be made with the foster parents with whom the child was last placed, irrespective of whether the foster home is currently boarding its maximum licensed/certified capacity, when such placement is in the child's best interests.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-ADM-53 - Continuing Jurisdiction of Family Court
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and voluntary foster care agencies of the provisions of Chapter 808 of the Laws of 1985. This Chapter relates to Family Court approval of foster care placements, the periodic review of the status· of children in foster care and the rights of parents or guardians whose children are in foster care. Furthermore, Chapter 808 authorizes the Family Court to review the foster care status of a child who is voluntarily placed into foster care prior to the end of the child's eighteenth month in a foster care placement.
The purpose of this release is to advise social services districts and voluntary foster care agencies of the provisions of Chapter 808 of the Laws of 1985. This Chapter relates to Family Court approval of foster care placements, the periodic review of the status· of children in foster care and the rights of parents or guardians whose children are in foster care. Furthermore, Chapter 808 authorizes the Family Court to review the foster care status of a child who is voluntarily placed into foster care prior to the end of the child's eighteenth month in a foster care placement.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
85-ADM-07 - Reimbursable Absences from Foster Care and Approved Schools
The purpose of this Directive is threefold. The first is to advise local districts of an amendment to Section 605.2(c)(4)(iii) of the Department's Regulations effective October 24, 1984. This Regulation deals with reimbursement of expenditures for the care of a child in either direct care provided by the district or care provided through purchase of service contracts when the child is absent due to vacation. Second, it clarifies the proper interpretation of all the reimbusable absences referred in Section 605.2(c)(4). Third, it describes the different application of these regulations between foster care placements and children placed by local education agencies through their Committees on the Handicapped, pursuant to Article 89 of Education Law.
The purpose of this Directive is threefold. The first is to advise local districts of an amendment to Section 605.2(c)(4)(iii) of the Department's Regulations effective October 24, 1984. This Regulation deals with reimbursement of expenditures for the care of a child in either direct care provided by the district or care provided through purchase of service contracts when the child is absent due to vacation. Second, it clarifies the proper interpretation of all the reimbusable absences referred in Section 605.2(c)(4). Third, it describes the different application of these regulations between foster care placements and children placed by local education agencies through their Committees on the Handicapped, pursuant to Article 89 of Education Law.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1985
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
85-INF-01 - Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreat
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapter 932 of the Laws of 1984 which became effective September 1, 1984. The legislation requires mandated reporters to report cases of suspected child abuse or maltreatment if they have reasonable cause to suspect that a child is an abused or maltreated child where a parent, guardian or other person legally responsible for the child comes before them in their professional or official capacity and makes statements which if accurate would render the child an abused or maltreated child.
The purpose of this letter is to inform local districts of the provisions of Chapter 932 of the Laws of 1984 which became effective September 1, 1984. The legislation requires mandated reporters to report cases of suspected child abuse or maltreatment if they have reasonable cause to suspect that a child is an abused or maltreated child where a parent, guardian or other person legally responsible for the child comes before them in their professional or official capacity and makes statements which if accurate would render the child an abused or maltreated child.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-INF-03 - Jurisdiction in Adoption Proceedings
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, attorneys and authorized agencies of the action of the Legislature in Chapter 267 of the Laws of 1984 to extend to September 1, 1986, the concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts, attorneys and authorized agencies of the action of the Legislature in Chapter 267 of the Laws of 1984 to extend to September 1, 1986, the concurrent jurisdiction by Family Courts and Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1985
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2006
85-INF-05 - Guidelines for At Risk Placement of Certain Foster Children
The purpose of this letter is to encourage local social services districts and authorized adoption agencies to make placements of certain foster children who are not likely to return home but who are not yet freed for adoption with foster families who will make a commitment to adopt the child if and when the child is legally freed and to provide foster care for the child as long as the child needs it even if the child is not freed. As there is some risk that the child may not be freed for adoption, these placements are termed "at risk" placements, This letter discusses the nature of such placements and presents guidelines which identify situations and conditions for considering children and families appropriate for an "at risk" placement.
The purpose of this letter is to encourage local social services districts and authorized adoption agencies to make placements of certain foster children who are not likely to return home but who are not yet freed for adoption with foster families who will make a commitment to adopt the child if and when the child is legally freed and to provide foster care for the child as long as the child needs it even if the child is not freed. As there is some risk that the child may not be freed for adoption, these placements are termed "at risk" placements, This letter discusses the nature of such placements and presents guidelines which identify situations and conditions for considering children and families appropriate for an "at risk" placement.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-INF-11 - Matter of Marie B
The purpose of this release is to inform social service districts of the New York State Court of Appeals decision in Matter of Marie B., 62 N.Y.2d 352,477 N.Y.S. 2d. 87 (June 12, 1984). The court held that section 1039(e) of the Family Court Act which authorizes the removal of a child from parental custody on grounds of neglect without requiring that an actual finding of neglect be made is unconstitutional. Chapter 601 of the Laws of 1985 amends Section 1039 of the Family Court Act to implement the court's decision.
The purpose of this release is to inform social service districts of the New York State Court of Appeals decision in Matter of Marie B., 62 N.Y.2d 352,477 N.Y.S. 2d. 87 (June 12, 1984). The court held that section 1039(e) of the Family Court Act which authorizes the removal of a child from parental custody on grounds of neglect without requiring that an actual finding of neglect be made is unconstitutional. Chapter 601 of the Laws of 1985 amends Section 1039 of the Family Court Act to implement the court's decision.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1985
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2006
85-INF-12 - Jurisdiction in Adoption Proceedings
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 331 of the Laws of 1985 which give the Family Courts original jurisdiction concurrent with the Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of the provisions of Chapter 331 of the Laws of 1985 which give the Family Courts original jurisdiction concurrent with the Surrogate's Courts over adoption proceedings.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1985
English
Budget
Policies, External
85-INF-13 - Corroboration of Child's Out-of-Court Statements in Child Protective Proceedings
The purpose of this release is to inform social services districts and welfare attorneys of the enactment of Chapter 724 of the Laws of 1985. That Chapter amends Section 1046(a)(vi) of the Family Court Act to provide that a child's testimony in child protective proceedings in Family Court is not necessary as corroboration of the child's out-of-court statements concerning child abuse or neglect. Chapter 724 also specifies that any other evidence tending to establish the reliability of the child's out-of-court statements will be sufficient corroboration of the child's statements to make a fact finding of abuse or neglect.
The purpose of this release is to inform social services districts and welfare attorneys of the enactment of Chapter 724 of the Laws of 1985. That Chapter amends Section 1046(a)(vi) of the Family Court Act to provide that a child's testimony in child protective proceedings in Family Court is not necessary as corroboration of the child's out-of-court statements concerning child abuse or neglect. Chapter 724 also specifies that any other evidence tending to establish the reliability of the child's out-of-court statements will be sufficient corroboration of the child's statements to make a fact finding of abuse or neglect.
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-01 - Group Emergency Foster Care
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the provisions of a new Departmental regulation, 18 NYCRR Part 451, regarding "Group Emergency Foster Care". The directive also identifies procedures for establishing group emergency foster care programs by a district through a purchase of service contract with a voluntary authorized child care agency. The effective date of the regulation is May 21, 1985. A copy of the regulation is attached.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the provisions of a new Departmental regulation, 18 NYCRR Part 451, regarding "Group Emergency Foster Care". The directive also identifies procedures for establishing group emergency foster care programs by a district through a purchase of service contract with a voluntary authorized child care agency. The effective date of the regulation is May 21, 1985. A copy of the regulation is attached.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-12 - Fire Safety and Fire Prevention
This administrative directive has two purposes. One is to advise authorized agencies of the criteria to be used by agency caseworkers for identifying the most common fire hazards in homes being evaluated for initial certification, licensure, or approval or for recertification, relicensure, or reapproval as a foster home.
This administrative directive has two purposes. One is to advise authorized agencies of the criteria to be used by agency caseworkers for identifying the most common fire hazards in homes being evaluated for initial certification, licensure, or approval or for recertification, relicensure, or reapproval as a foster home.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
2007
86-ADM-15 - Unannounced Visits to Family Day Care Homes
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts and authorized agencies responsible for certifying family day care homes of a provision within Chapter 677 of the Laws of 1985 regarding the requirement to make unannounced visits to family day care homes which they certify. A new subdivision 13 was added to Section 390 of the Social Services Law
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts and authorized agencies responsible for certifying family day care homes of a provision within Chapter 677 of the Laws of 1985 regarding the requirement to make unannounced visits to family day care homes which they certify. A new subdivision 13 was added to Section 390 of the Social Services Law
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Budget
Policies, External
86-ADM-18 - Notification and Referral for Handicapped Children in Foster Care part 1
The purpose of this release is to provide guidance and direction to local districts and authorized agencies in making required notifications to parents and making appropriate referrals to State agencies or social services districts for a determination of the service needs of handicapped foster children who will need adult services after discharge from foster care. This .directive sets forth the notification and referral process requirements for foster children in out-of-state placements and in residential foster care in New York State other than foster family boarding homes. The directive also contains guidelines for local districts and authorized
The purpose of this release is to provide guidance and direction to local districts and authorized agencies in making required notifications to parents and making appropriate referrals to State agencies or social services districts for a determination of the service needs of handicapped foster children who will need adult services after discharge from foster care. This .directive sets forth the notification and referral process requirements for foster children in out-of-state placements and in residential foster care in New York State other than foster family boarding homes. The directive also contains guidelines for local districts and authorized
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-21 - Reimbursement Ceilings for Soc. Ser. 10-1-85 - 9-30-86
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1985-86 (see attached Appendix A).
The purpose of this Administrative Directive is to advise local social services districts of the allocation of closed-ended Title XX Federal funds for the Federal Fiscal Year 1985-86 (see attached Appendix A).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Policies, External
86-ADM-25 - Adoptive Parent Registry
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts, voluntary child caring agencies and adoption support groups of the enactment and implementation of Subdivision 2-a of Section 372-b of the Social Services Law which establishes an Adoptive Parent Registry for persons who have applied for the adoption of a hard-to-place or handicapped child.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local social services districts, voluntary child caring agencies and adoption support groups of the enactment and implementation of Subdivision 2-a of Section 372-b of the Social Services Law which establishes an Adoptive Parent Registry for persons who have applied for the adoption of a hard-to-place or handicapped child.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1986
Spanish
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-32 - Day Care and Baby-Sitting Services for Children in Foster Care
The purpose of this release is to state the Department's position with regard to provision of day care and baby-sitting services to children in foster care, and clarify Department policy concerning its reimbursement under Title IV-E of the Social Security Act.
The purpose of this release is to state the Department's position with regard to provision of day care and baby-sitting services to children in foster care, and clarify Department policy concerning its reimbursement under Title IV-E of the Social Security Act.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-33 - Requirements for Approval of Relative Foster Boarding Homes
The purpose of this directive is to inform social services officials and voluntary child care agencies of the provisions of the recently filed regulations which establish a comprehensive process for approving relatives as foster parents. In addition, this directive provides guidelines to district and agency staff for determining whether to use relatives as foster care providers and the considerations that should be used to determine the appropriate use of relatives or friends as alternatives to foster care placements.
The purpose of this directive is to inform social services officials and voluntary child care agencies of the provisions of the recently filed regulations which establish a comprehensive process for approving relatives as foster parents. In addition, this directive provides guidelines to district and agency staff for determining whether to use relatives as foster care providers and the considerations that should be used to determine the appropriate use of relatives or friends as alternatives to foster care placements.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
Spanish
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-35 - Foster Care Utilization Review Exceptions
Activity on exception requests escalated significantly after April 1, 1984, when the last grandfathering period ended. The experience gained since that time has indicated the need for a comprehensive statement of both procedural and substantive requirements. This directive is designed to fill that need, as well as to notify districts that the option of local review of exception requests has been eliminated as of October 1, 1986.
Activity on exception requests escalated significantly after April 1, 1984, when the last grandfathering period ended. The experience gained since that time has indicated the need for a comprehensive statement of both procedural and substantive requirements. This directive is designed to fill that need, as well as to notify districts that the option of local review of exception requests has been eliminated as of October 1, 1986.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-36 - Adoption Subsidy Payments
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts of the changes in the Social Services Law and the Department's Regulations affecting adoption subsidies.
The purpose of this directive is to advise social services districts of the changes in the Social Services Law and the Department's Regulations affecting adoption subsidies.
English
Adoption
Policies, External
1986
Spanish
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-38 - Child Protective Services Manual Update part 1
The attached Program Manual Update 86-1 (September, 1986) describes the implementation of the following provisions of Chapters 263, 676 and 677 of the Laws of 1985
The attached Program Manual Update 86-1 (September, 1986) describes the implementation of the following provisions of Chapters 263, 676 and 677 of the Laws of 1985
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-38 - Child Protective Services Manual Update part 2
The attached Program Manual Update 86-1 (September, 1986) describes the implementation of the following provisions of Chapters 263, 676 and 677 of the Laws of 1985
The attached Program Manual Update 86-1 (September, 1986) describes the implementation of the following provisions of Chapters 263, 676 and 677 of the Laws of 1985
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1986
Spanish
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-39 - Foster Boarding Home Capacity
The purpose of this directive is to facilitate understanding and compliance with the provisions in paragraph 4 of Section 378 of the Social Services Law relating to the capacity of certified foster boarding homes.
The purpose of this directive is to facilitate understanding and compliance with the provisions in paragraph 4 of Section 378 of the Social Services Law relating to the capacity of certified foster boarding homes.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-43 - Reviews and Evaluations Pursuant to the Child Abuse Prevention of 85
The purpose of this release is to advise and direct local social services districts, licensed day care centers, authorized agencies providing foster care and adoption services and authorized child caring agencies certifying family day care homes regarding requirements and other provisions for reviews and evaluations to be made pursuant to the Child Abuse Prevention Act of 1985 and specifically Chapter 677 of the Laws of 1985. This release addresses additions and changes made by the Act and Chapter 677 to Sections 376, 377, 390-b, 424-a, 425 and 462 of the Social Services Law and related additions and changes to Department Regulations in 18NYCRR.
The purpose of this release is to advise and direct local social services districts, licensed day care centers, authorized agencies providing foster care and adoption services and authorized child caring agencies certifying family day care homes regarding requirements and other provisions for reviews and evaluations to be made pursuant to the Child Abuse Prevention Act of 1985 and specifically Chapter 677 of the Laws of 1985. This release addresses additions and changes made by the Act and Chapter 677 to Sections 376, 377, 390-b, 424-a, 425 and 462 of the Social Services Law and related additions and changes to Department Regulations in 18NYCRR.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-48 - Foster Care-Preventive Services Utilization Review
This directive has two purposes. The first is to advise local social services districts that the Department plans to resume the utilization review of foster care and preventive services programs in each local district in accordance with the procedures established by NYCRR Section 430.13. The Department's utilization review activity is scheduled to begin January 1, 1987.
This directive has two purposes. The first is to advise local social services districts that the Department plans to resume the utilization review of foster care and preventive services programs in each local district in accordance with the procedures established by NYCRR Section 430.13. The Department's utilization review activity is scheduled to begin January 1, 1987.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-ADM-49 - Reimbursable Absences from Foster Care
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local districts of an amendment. to Section 605.2(c)(4)(viii) of the Departmen's Regulations effective immediately. This regulation defines reimbursement of expenditures for the care of a child provided by a district directly or through purchase of service contracts in authorized agencies and care provided by approved schools for the handicapped when the child is absent due to hospitalization. The amended regulation provides for additional reimbursable time for hospitalized children who have Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), AIDS Related Complex (ARC) or who test positive for HTLV-111 virus.
The purpose of this Directive is to advise local districts of an amendment. to Section 605.2(c)(4)(viii) of the Departmen's Regulations effective immediately. This regulation defines reimbursement of expenditures for the care of a child provided by a district directly or through purchase of service contracts in authorized agencies and care provided by approved schools for the handicapped when the child is absent due to hospitalization. The amended regulation provides for additional reimbursable time for hospitalized children who have Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), AIDS Related Complex (ARC) or who test positive for HTLV-111 virus.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
CONNECTIONS
Policies, External
2008
86-ADM-06 - CCRS Reporting Requirements
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the enactment of Chapter 263 of the Laws of 1985. Chapter 263 amends Section 442(10) of the Social Services Law to require that demographic and assessment information, including service plan and court-related activities, be included in the Child Care Review Service (CCRS) for children who are named in indicated reports of child abuse or maltreatment whoare receiving or who have received services as a result of being named in such, reports. Investigative information and information related to the allegations contained in the child abuse and maltreatment reports must be excluded from the CCRS.
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the enactment of Chapter 263 of the Laws of 1985. Chapter 263 amends Section 442(10) of the Social Services Law to require that demographic and assessment information, including service plan and court-related activities, be included in the Child Care Review Service (CCRS) for children who are named in indicated reports of child abuse or maltreatment whoare receiving or who have received services as a result of being named in such, reports. Investigative information and information related to the allegations contained in the child abuse and maltreatment reports must be excluded from the CCRS.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2008
86-ADM-09 - Program Manual CPS
The attached Program Manual describes and explains Title 6 (Child Protective Services) of Article 6, of the Social Services Law (Sections 411 - 428), its implementing regulations (18 NYCRR Part 432), and Article 10 of the Family Court Act. In addition the Manual provides procedures and guidelines in carrying out the purposes of these laws and regulations.
The attached Program Manual describes and explains Title 6 (Child Protective Services) of Article 6, of the Social Services Law (Sections 411 - 428), its implementing regulations (18 NYCRR Part 432), and Article 10 of the Family Court Act. In addition the Manual provides procedures and guidelines in carrying out the purposes of these laws and regulations.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2008
86-INF-03 - Parental Visiting of Children in Foster Care
This letter has two purposes. One is to emphasize the importance and the benefits of regular visiting between natural parents and their children in foster care. The other is to focus attention on agency practices which facilitate parental visiting of foster children.
This letter has two purposes. One is to emphasize the importance and the benefits of regular visiting between natural parents and their children in foster care. The other is to focus attention on agency practices which facilitate parental visiting of foster children.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1986
English
Budget
Policies, External
86-INF-12 - Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
Attached are the latest versions of the Interstate Compact forms, 100A and 100B, along with appropriate instructions. You may order your supplies from Forms and Publications, 1-800-342-3715, extension 4-2100.
Attached are the latest versions of the Interstate Compact forms, 100A and 100B, along with appropriate instructions. You may order your supplies from Forms and Publications, 1-800-342-3715, extension 4-2100.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Policies, External
86-INF-39 - Consolidated Services Plan (CSP), Distribution to New York State Library
The State volumes of the Consolidated Services Plan are being placed with the New York State Library, which, in turn, will distribute copies to each of 99 public, college, and university libraries which are members of the "depository library" system. In addition, copies will be distributed to the Central and Co-Central libraries of the public library system as supplies warrant.
The State volumes of the Consolidated Services Plan are being placed with the New York State Library, which, in turn, will distribute copies to each of 99 public, college, and university libraries which are members of the "depository library" system. In addition, copies will be distributed to the Central and Co-Central libraries of the public library system as supplies warrant.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2008
86-INF-41 - 86 Legislation Related to Victims of Domestic Violence
There are two purposes to this letter. One is to emphasize the goal of keeping natural parents involved with their children in foster care when the permanency planning goal (PPG) is to reunite the children with their families. The second purpose of this letter is to focus attention upon agency practices that support parental interest in remaining involved with the child and that facilitate constructive parental involvement with the agency.
There are two purposes to this letter. One is to emphasize the goal of keeping natural parents involved with their children in foster care when the permanency planning goal (PPG) is to reunite the children with their families. The second purpose of this letter is to focus attention upon agency practices that support parental interest in remaining involved with the child and that facilitate constructive parental involvement with the agency.
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1986
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
86-INF-43 - Permanency Practice Issues- Parental Involvement with the Child. and With Supervising Agencies
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and programs which serve victims of domestic violence of Chapters 391 and 847 of the Laws of 1986 pertaining to victims of domestic violence which were recently signed by Governor Cuomo.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and programs which serve victims of domestic violence of Chapters 391 and 847 of the Laws of 1986 pertaining to victims of domestic violence which were recently signed by Governor Cuomo.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1986
English
Budget
Policies, External
87-ADM-01 - Acquisition of Social Security Numbers in the Provision of social Services
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the provisions of a revision to 18 NYCRR Part 404 regarding the acquisition of social Security numbers in the provision of social services and how such numbers may be acquired within the provisions of the Federal Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579).
The purpose of this directive is to advise local districts of the provisions of a revision to 18 NYCRR Part 404 regarding the acquisition of social Security numbers in the provision of social services and how such numbers may be acquired within the provisions of the Federal Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Budget
Policies, External
87-ADM-06 - Orders to Gain Access to Persons
The purpose of this directive is to advise the local social services districts of the provisions of Chapter 413 of the Laws of 1986, which authorizes the districts to petition the court for an order to gain access in order to assess a person's need for Protective Services for Adults (PSA) when the district is refused access by that person or another individual. This transmittal also sets forth the steps which must be taken to effective to effectively utilize this statutory authority. ( A copy of the statute is attached as Addendum #1)
The purpose of this directive is to advise the local social services districts of the provisions of Chapter 413 of the Laws of 1986, which authorizes the districts to petition the court for an order to gain access in order to assess a person's need for Protective Services for Adults (PSA) when the district is refused access by that person or another individual. This transmittal also sets forth the steps which must be taken to effective to effectively utilize this statutory authority. ( A copy of the statute is attached as Addendum #1)
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Bridges to Health
Policies, External
87-ADM-08 - Limitation for Publcations of Petitions to Terminate Parental Rights
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of the provision of Chapter 811 of the Laws of 1986 which prohibits the publication of the entire petition to terminate parental rights.
The purpose of this release is to inform local districts and authorized agencies of the provision of Chapter 811 of the Laws of 1986 which prohibits the publication of the entire petition to terminate parental rights.
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
1987
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2008
87-ADM-09 - Requirement Acknowledgement of Twelve Months Preference in Foster Care Agreements
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and authorized agencies of the provision of Chapter 765 of the Laws of 1986 which pertains to the agreement between an authorized agency and foster parents. A statement must be included in each such agreement indicating the time after which foster parents have preference to adopt a child.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts and authorized agencies of the provision of Chapter 765 of the Laws of 1986 which pertains to the agreement between an authorized agency and foster parents. A statement must be included in each such agreement indicating the time after which foster parents have preference to adopt a child.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
87-ADM-10 - Reimbursement for Foster Care Administrative Expenditures
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts and voluntary child caring agencies of the Department's policy with regard to reimbursement to local districts and voluntary authorized agencies for costs related to the support and recognition of foster boarding home families. This does not reflect a policy change but rather a clarification that certain activities and items may be claimed for reimbursement by this Department. By this directive, the Department is issuing new claiming instructions for these activities and items.
The purpose of this release is to advise local districts and voluntary child caring agencies of the Department's policy with regard to reimbursement to local districts and voluntary authorized agencies for costs related to the support and recognition of foster boarding home families. This does not reflect a policy change but rather a clarification that certain activities and items may be claimed for reimbursement by this Department. By this directive, the Department is issuing new claiming instructions for these activities and items.
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1987
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2006
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2006
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
90-LCM-145 Revised DSS 4150, Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Women Screening Checklist
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2007
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2005
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2005
English
Commission for the Blind
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
2007
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
2007
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
85-INF-09 - Staffing Guidelines for Protective Services for Adults
The purpose of this release is to provide local districts with staffing guidelines relating to the provision of Protective Services for Adults (PSA).
The purpose of this release is to provide local districts with staffing guidelines relating to the provision of Protective Services for Adults (PSA).
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1985
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Care: LDSS
Forms
2023
89-ADM-22 - Residential Placement Services For Adults
The purpose of this directive is to clarify the responsibilities of the districts with regard to the provision of Residential Placement Services for Adults.
The purpose of this directive is to clarify the responsibilities of the districts with regard to the provision of Residential Placement Services for Adults.
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-59 - Appointment of Guardians of Mentally Retarded and Developmentally Disabled Persons
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts of an amendment to the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act, in relation to the appointment of guardians for persons who are mentally retarded or developmentally disabled.
The purpose of this release is to inform local social services districts of an amendment to the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act, in relation to the appointment of guardians for persons who are mentally retarded or developmentally disabled.
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-INF-42 - Providing Protective Services for Adults (PSA) to members of the Christian Science Church
The purpose of this release is to clarify Department policy regarding the provision of Protective Services for Adults (PSA) to persons who are members of the Christian Science Church.
The purpose of this release is to clarify Department policy regarding the provision of Protective Services for Adults (PSA) to persons who are members of the Christian Science Church.
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1989
89-INF-41 - Preventive Services for Adults: Clarification of Eligibility
The purpose of this release is to clarify the eligibility criteria for the Preventive Services for Adults program and to transmit a copy of that clarification as set forth in the Consolidated Services Plan (CSP).
The purpose of this release is to clarify the eligibility criteria for the Preventive Services for Adults program and to transmit a copy of that clarification as set forth in the Consolidated Services Plan (CSP).
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1989
90-LCM-188 Initial and Continued Registration of CMCM for Hospitalized and Institutionalized Clients
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
89-LCM-108 - The Provision of Financial Management Services to Intensive Case Management Clients
In recent weeks, a number of districts have inquired about whether or not they are responsible for providing financial management services to clients who are being served by the Office of Mental Health's Intensive Case Management (ICM) program as part of their mandate to provide Protective Services for Adults (PSA), pursuant to Section 473 of the Social Services Law (SSL).
In recent weeks, a number of districts have inquired about whether or not they are responsible for providing financial management services to clients who are being served by the Office of Mental Health's Intensive Case Management (ICM) program as part of their mandate to provide Protective Services for Adults (PSA), pursuant to Section 473 of the Social Services Law (SSL).
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Adult Services
Adult Services
Policies, External
1989
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1990
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1990
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
90-LCM-197 Social Services District Coordination with Comprehensive Medicaid Case Management (CMCM).
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Family Type Homes for Adults
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Budget
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
91-LCM-116 - Office of Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID)
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1991
English
Protective Services State Central Register
Policies, External
1991
English
Foster Care
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Domestic Violence
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Adult Services
Policies, External
1991
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Other - Not Specified
Policies, External
English
Child Welfare and Community Services
Policies, External