Which of the following is a required element of a placement agreement?

• A. Authorization permitting you to care for the child.
• B. A medical consent form signed by a person authorized by the Texas Family Code to provide consent.
• C. The reason for placement and anticipated length of time in care.
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Placement agreements must establish who is authorized to care for the child, enable medical decisions by someone legally authorized, and document the purpose and expected duration of the placement. The authorization to care ensures the caregiver has the legal standing to provide ongoing care. The medical consent form, signed by a person authorized under the Texas Family Code, guarantees that medical decisions can be made in a timely and legally appropriate way. The reason for placement and the anticipated length of time in care provide essential context for planning, oversight, and court reporting. Because all three elements are required, the correct choice is the one that includes all of them.