(A) The age of foster parent(s) shall be a consideration only as it affects their physical capability, flexibility, and ability to care for a specific child.

(B) A written statement from a physician, regarding the foster parents(s) and their children’s general health, specific illness, or disabilities shall be a routine part of the study-evaluation process. Foster parent(s) and all other adults and the children present in the home shall submit a written report verifying that they have taken tuberculin tests and have been found free of disease; other tests may be required as indicated.

(C) Physical handicaps of foster parent(s) shall be a consideration only as it affects their ability to provide adequate care to foster children or may affect an individual child’s adjustment to the foster family. Cases shall be evaluated on an individual basis with the assistance of a medical consultant when indicated. [Res. 05-R-90 § 2, 7/20/2005.]