Approved Resource Family Caregivers Are Entitled To #
- Notice of all review and permanency hearings.
- A written summary of the social worker’s recommendations. Please note that depending on the county, this written summary may only be 1-2 sentences or simply a box that is checked.
- Attend all review hearings and submit any evidence you deem relevant to the Court in writing.
- The JV-290 Caregiver Information Form allows you to provide information directly to the court about the child.
- File the JV-290 Caregiver Information Form with the court prior to review hearings.
- The Judicial Council JV-290 Instruction Sheet provides detailed instructions for filling out and filing.
- Interested in learning more about the JV-290? Check out the AdvoKids online training, How to Access the Juvenile Court: A Legal Training For Caregivers.
Understanding the Foster Care Court Process #