Can a foster child go on vacation trips with a foster family?
Yes. Foster families are encouraged to accept a child as one of the family and trips are a great opportunity to do this; they are also wonderful learning opportunities for the foster child. However, trips need to be worked out well in advance with the case manager so as not to interfere with any court dates or special events with the biological family. Permission to travel must be granted by written permission of the birth family. Out of state travel does require a signed Court Order and written authorization for emergency medical treatment for the foster child.
