LDSS-3416. Religious Designation of a Child (Model Form)

Form LDSS-3416 - Religious Designation of a Child is a document used to designate the religious preference of a child or minor. It is an official New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) form that must be completed and submitted to the local social services district whenever a child or minor is placed in foster care.

This form consists of three sections. The first section is used to identify the minor and the foster parent, including the name of the minor, the foster parent's name, address, and contact information, and the name of the agency providing foster services. The second section is used to indicate the religious preference of the minor, including the name of the religion, the denomination, and any other relevant information. The third section is used to provide the signature of the foster parent, indicating their agreement to the religious designation provided in the second section.

Important fields in this form include the name of the religion, the denomination, and the foster parent's signature. It is important to accurately complete this form, as the religious preference of the minor is a key factor in determining the placement of the minor in a foster care home. It is also important to ensure that the foster parent is aware and in agreement with the religious preference indicated in the form.

An example of when this form would be used is when a minor is placed in foster care. The foster parent must fill out the form, indicating the religious preference of the minor, and sign the form to indicate their agreement. Specific instructions for completing the form are available on the OCFS website. The purpose of this form is to ensure that the minor is placed in a foster care home that is in agreement with the religious preference of the minor.

Related forms and alternatives that may exist for similar transactions or purposes include the DHS-3010 - Notice of Religious Preference for Child in Foster Care and the DHS-3020 - Religious Beliefs and Practices of Foster Care Provider. These forms are used to provide additional information regarding the religious preference and practices of the minor and the foster parent, respectively. No additional documents are required to fill out and complete this form.