If siblings are placed in separate adoptive homes, what must you do?

• A. Do nothing
• B. Develop a single plan for all siblings
• C. Delay adoption
• D. Develop separate plans for each home

Answer: (D)

When siblings are placed in separate adoptive homes, each child needs an individualized plan tailored to the specific home and the child’s unique needs. Developing separate plans for each home ensures that the goals, services, support, and monitoring are appropriate for that placement, addressing factors like the child’s attachment needs, medical or educational supports, and any safety considerations. A single plan for all siblings would likely gloss over differences between the placements and could miss important details needed to keep each child safe, stable, and progressing toward permanency. The other options don’t create the necessary structure or accountability: doing nothing fails to establish required planning; delaying adoption isn’t the requirement here; and one plan for all would not reflect the realities of each separate home.