On-Going Support – MDCPS will support Foster Families by being involved in the

On-Going Support – MDCPS will support Foster Families by being involved in the following activities: 1. Participating with non-relative foster families in Family Team Meetings (FTMs) which address: a. Permanency issues; b. Shared Parenting and issues working with the birth family; and c. Issues regarding the care of the child. 2. Providing ongoing active support to strengthen the placements and prevent disruptions in the foster home. 3. Initiating a Family Team Meeting (FTM) when the foster child placement is at risk of disruption. 4. Assessing and assisting the foster parents in identifying and locating services needed by the foster parents to prevent and reduce stress and family crises.