1. (1) A child and family engagement plan is a written agreement between the client's parent or legal representative and the provider.

2. (2) A child and family engagement plan must:

   1. (a) Outline the parent or legal representative's role while their child is in the out-of-home services program, including:

      1. (i) A visitation schedule for both the facility and family home;
      2. (ii) Assistance in maintaining the client's significant relationships, such as transportation assistance and coordination; and
      3. (iii) Participation in scheduling and attending medical and dental appointments, school meetings, and community inclusion activities;

   2. (b) Outline the provider's role, including:

      1. (i) Participation in scheduling and attending medical and dental appointments, school meetings, and community inclusion activities;
      2. (ii) Supporting the client, parent, or legal representative's cultural or religious practices; and
      3. (iii) Celebrating holidays and special occasions;
   3. (c) Be developed before the start date of the client's services;
   4. (d) Be reviewed during the annual assessment or more frequently upon request; and
   5. (e) Be updated when the client turns age 18 to reflect the client's individualized transition goals, and legal guardianship if applicable.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 71A.12.040. WSR 25-11-094, amended and recodified as s 388-826-0560, filed 5/21/25, effective 7/1/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and chapters 71A.28, 74.13 RCW. WSR 21-15-059, § 388-826-0041, filed 7/15/21, effective 8/15/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 74.13.350. WSR 18-23-004, § 388-826-0041, filed 11/7/18, effective 12/8/18.]