If a single foster parent gets married after verification, must the home be re-verified?

• A. Yes, re-verify the home in both spouse's names
• B. No, verification remains valid
• C. Only re-verify if adopting
• D. Re-verify only the new spouse's background

Answer: (A)

Changes in a foster home’s household, like a single parent getting married, require updating the verification to cover the new, larger household. The licensing process treats the household as a unit, so a new adult in the home can affect safety, supervision, finances, and risk factors. Therefore, the home must be re-verified in both spouses' names to confirm continued compliance and that both adults are cleared to participate in foster care. Relying on the previous verification, or checking only the new spouse, could miss important updates to the household’s suitability.