Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 749 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-PLACING AGENCIES
Subchapter O - FOSTER HOMES: HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, ENVIRONMENT, SPACE AND EQUIPMENT
Division 5 - NUTRITION AND FOOD PREPARATION
Section 749.3063 - What types of food and water must caregivers provide children?
Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code § 749.3063
Current through Reg. 50, No. 13; March 28, 2025
(a) Caregivers must provide a child with food that is:
(1) Of adequate variety, quality,
and in sufficient quantity to supply the nutrients needed for proper growth and
development according to the United States Department of Agriculture
guidelines; and
(2) Appropriate for
the child's age and activity level.
(b) Caregivers must not serve a child nutrient concentrates and supplements, such as protein powders, liquid protein, vitamins, minerals, and other nonfood substances in lieu of food to meet the child's daily nutritional need, except with written instructions from a licensed health-care professional.
(c) Caregivers must ensure drinking water is always available to each child and is served in a safe and sanitary manner. Children must be well hydrated and must be encouraged to drink water during physical activity and in warm weather.
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