Always remember that “knowledge is power”.

1.   How long has the child been in care?

2.   How many times has he/she moved?

3.   When was the last psychological and where can I get a copy?

4.   Is there any sibling and/or relative contact that will be encouraged to
      continue?

5.   Any residential placements? Why was the child placed in residential care
      & for how long?

6.   What medical and psychological diagnosis does the child have, if any?
      What do all those medical terms mean? How current is this information?

7.   Why did the child come into care?

8.   Is there any history of mental illness, drug addiction or strong family
      violence?

9.   Has the child been sexually abused and/or a potential perpetrator?

10.  Is the child sexually active? (older child)

11.  Does the child smoke, drink or use recreational drugs? (older child)

12.  Is the child on any medication? What?

13.  Are the foster parents interested in adoption and if not, why not?

14.  Has the child bonded with the foster family?

15.  Why are siblings being split up?

16.  Would the adopting family be considered in the event of the birth of
       additional siblings?

17.  Was there any prenatal care for this child?

18.  What were the biological illnesses in the birth family?

19.  Is there an IEP for the child? Where can I get a copy?

20.  What services has the child received?

21.  What medical equipment is the child presently using and will it come
        with the child?