Texas DFPS Preparing To Implement New Foster Care Rate Methodology In January 2025

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is preparing to implement a new foster care rate methodology in January 2025. According to DFPS, the upcoming Texas Child-Centered Care (TC3) System represents a complete transformation of the state's foster care system. It replaces the current Service Level System with a universal child assessment tool and placement process, 24 clearly defined Service Packages, and three Add-On Services, a new fully funded rate methodology, and new opportunities to claim federal funds for foster care services.;

Under T3C children, youth, and young adults are assessed, matched, and placed . . .