What must be documented about two-year evaluations?

• A. You must document in the foster home's record that you have evaluated the foster home for compliance with all applicable minimum standards within the two-year time frame
• B. You must issue a new certificate
• C. You must file a report
• D. You must circulate to staff

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is accountability through an auditable record. Two-year evaluations are part of ongoing oversight to show that foster homes still meet the required minimum standards. The essential documentation is that the evaluation was completed and that the foster home was assessed for compliance within the two-year cycle, and this finding is placed in the foster home’s record. This creates a traceable history that can be reviewed during audits, license renewals, or placements, ensuring there’s proof the home was checked within the required timeframe. It isn’t about issuing a new certificate every two years, nor about simply filing a separate report or circulating information to staff—the critical piece is recording in the foster home’s file that the evaluation occurred and whether the home met the standards.