HAR §17-1627-33. Social life and leisure time

(a) The program shall provide appropriate age and developmental socialization opportunities for the child. (b) Visits with legal custodians, relatives, or 1627-24 2946 friends shall be encouraged and opportunities shall be provided for the visits when the visits are in the best interest of the child. (c) Visitations shall not be used as a means of discipline or reward. (d) The leisure time needs of the child shall be met by a program that: (1) Is flexible, well-rounded, and is appropriate for the child's stage of development; (2) Allows the child freedom of choice in selecting leisure time activities; (3) Allows the child, where possible, to become an active participant in appropriate community groups; and (4) Recognizes the need for the child to be alone at times. (e) When camping is included in the program, the standards of the American camping association shall be followed. [Eff DEC 09 2010] (Auth: HRS §§346-14, 346-17) (Imp: HRS §346-17)