Resources

Permanency Planning Review (PPR) Meetings

Permanency Planning Review (PPR) One Pager

Document describing the who, what, and when of Permanency Planning Review meetings and distinction from Child and Family Teams.

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CFTs & PPRs - NC Permanency Planning Manual Excerpt

Child and Family Team & Permanency Planning Review requirements from the NC Child Welfare Manual. Updated January 2026.

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Permanency Planning Review Form (DSS-5241)

Document for comprehensive reviews of a child’s case, placement, progress, and permanency plans to ensure safe and appropriate care and timely permanent outcomes for children in out-of-home placements. Copies will be distributed to the entire team after each meeting. Meetings are set to occur every 90 days.

Immigration Planning

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Immigration Pathways Screening Tool

Useful tool for screening and referral regarding immigration pathways for foreign-born youth in foster care. For more detailed information check the Recorded Trainings section of our website member portal, which is free to access after creating an account. See Safeguarding Immigration Pathways training by Kelly Dempsey with Foster + Bloom.

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Immigration Pathways Presentation

A practical guide for NC DSS Caseworkers, GALs & Foster

Parents.

General

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How to Handle YFS Concerns

Step by step guide for kinship & foster parents on who to contact when there is an issue on your case.

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Case Timeline Tracker

Tracker to be utilized to understand the legal requirements for court hearing timelines and to track your case's progress.

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NCDHHS Permanency Planning Services Policy, Protocol, and Guidance

NC Child Welfare Manual for permanency planning provided by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Updated April 2026.

Legislative Updates

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Fostering Care in NC Act Highlights

Key changes to NC's laws about foster care and permanency.

Caregiver Resources

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Foster Family Alliance Kinship Support

Resources for learning about kinship and similar foster care cases that involve rehoming a child from their biological parents, provided by Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina. 

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Foster Village Charlotte (FVC) Caregiver Support

Request form for caregivers in need of support, including practical items and immediate essentials as well as emotional and mental health support for caregivers.

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Monthly Permanency Planning Contact Record Form (DSS-5295)

Form used to document monthly visits to ensure the safety, well-being, and permanency progress for children in out-of-home placements, as well as guiding child welfare staff in addressing all aspects of the child's care and planning.

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CFK Foster & Kinship Resources

Resources from Congregations for Kids regarding foster and kinship, including a community website, events, scholarships, and training for caretakers.

Community Resources

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NC CARE 360

Community resource information is available for all 100 counties and includes more than 13,000 service listings and 26,000 service locations for most types of needs.

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Find Help

Website for help with finding free or reduced-cost resources, such as food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.