Decision-Making for the Permanent Placement of Children Michigan

Schedule of Hearings

Statute: §§ 712A.19; 712A.19a; 712A.19c

Not more than 182 days after placement in foster care

Every 91 days while the child remains in care

Every 182 days if the child is in a permanent foster family agreement or placed with a relative

If the child remains in care, a permanency plan hearing within 1 year; in 28 days if there are aggravated circumstances

Every 91 days after termination of parental rights until permanency is achieved

Persons Entitled to Attend Hearings

Statute: § 712A.18f

Parent, guardian, or custodian

Foster parent

Child caring institution

Relative with whom the child is placed

Lawyer-guardian ad litem, attorney, or guardian
ad litem

Determinations Made at Hearings

Statute: § 712A.19

Compliance with the case service plan with respect to services provided

Extent to with the parent complied with the service plan

The continuing necessity and appropriateness of the child's placement

Permanency Options

Statute: § 712A.19

Return to the parent

Termination of parental rights

If termination of parental rights is not in the
child's best interest, an alternative placement plan, including limited or long-term foster care