Caregivers:

(1) Must follow these requirements when caring for children and youth:

(a) Make reasonable efforts to protect children and youth from abuse or neglect;

(b) Follow the children's or youth's case plans, including making them available for family time and visits with siblings;

(c) Provide access to meet with children or youth in care at any time, including at their home and property, to support their safety and well-being. Access must be given to the following, as applicable:

(i) The department;

(ii) CPA representatives;

(iii) Tribes; and

(iv) The child's or youth's guardian ad litem (GAL), court appointed special advocate (CASA), or attorney.

(d) Provide and arrange for care that is appropriate for children or youth;

(e) Provide children or youth with a safe, nurturing, respectful, and supportive environment;

(f) Obtain approval from the children's or youth's caseworker prior to making any significant changes to their appearance including, but not limited to:

(i) Hair dying or haircuts;

(ii) Piercings; and

(iii) Tattoos;

(g) Provide:

(i) Ongoing and appropriate haircare that is specific to the needs of the children or youth; and

(ii) Emotionally and developmentally appropriate care regarding their race, religion, culture, and SOGIE in their home and community including, but not limited to:

(A) Providing children and youth:

(I) A supportive and affirming environment;

(II) Opportunities for spiritual or religious participation or nonparticipation; and

(III) Tribal activities within their tribal community or extended family;

(B) Using their pronouns and chosen name;

(C) Not sharing their SOGIE without their permission; and

(D) Connecting them to appropriate resources; and

(h) Not use drugs or alcohol, whether legal or illegal, in a manner that affects their ability to provide safe care to children or youth; and

(2) May be required to complete trainings or participate in in-home services to address the needs of children or youth placed in their home.