Where must at least half of the contacts between staff and the child occur?

• A. In the foster home.
• B. In the school.
• C. In the agency.
• D. In the community center.

Answer: (A)

Direct contact with the child in the setting where they live is essential to monitor safety, stability, and daily functioning. Requiring at least half of staff contacts to occur in the foster home ensures the worker observes the child’s living environment, interactions with caregivers, and daily routines firsthand. This helps spot safety concerns, caregiver issues, or attachment needs early and informs ongoing services and placement decisions. While visits may also happen at school, the agency, or in the community for coordination and support, they don’t provide the same direct insight into the home environment. Therefore, the most appropriate place for the majority of staff-child contacts is the foster home.