OAR 413-070-0600. Purpose

The purpose of OAR 413-070-0600 to 413-070-0645 is to: (1) Describe the requirements for assessing the needs of the child or young adult when the Department places the child or young adult in substitute care to assure the child's safety; (2) Identify the most appropriate available substitute caregiver who can meet the needs of the child or young adult; and (3) Describe the requirements for assessing and matching a potential caregiver's ability to meet the current and lifelong needs of the child or young adult for safety, attachment, permanency, and well-being.