New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 3A - CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Chapter 56 - MANUAL OF REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN'S GROUP HOMES
Subchapter 10 - SERVICES FOR PREGNANT AND PARENTING ADOLESCENTS
Section 3A:56-10.25 - Life skills development

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 3A:56-10.25

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) The home or agency shall ensure that the adolescent mothers receive instruction and experience in the following:

1. Meal planning and meal preparation;

2. Food shopping;

3. Locating affordable housing;

4. Securing appropriate medical and dental services;

5. Utilization of public transportation;

6. Home safety guidelines including:
i. Notifying the local public service or utility company when gas leaks are suspected;

ii. Keeping the child away from a hot stove;

iii. The dangers of open windows when infants are present;

iv. The appropriate methods to rid the home of pests;

v. Fire prevention;

vi. Contacting the appropriate community agency when an emergency occurs; and

vii. Baby-proofing the home;

7. Banking; and

8. Applying for public assistance and/or job/vocational training.

(b) The home or agency shall document in the adolescent mother's record that she has received the training in (a) above.

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