Appendicitis is swelling (inflammation) of the appendix. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the large intestine. Appendicitis is a very common cause of emergency surgery. The problem most often occurs when the appendix becomes blocked by feces, a foreign object, or rarely, a tumor.
$92.43. * Effective September, 1, 2013, the amounts above are the minimum amounts that a child-placing agency must reimburse its foster families for clients receiving services under a contract with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Foster parents receive a monthly subsidy to help pay for the additional costs it takes to care for an extra child. Most foster families say that the amount is barely enough to cover expenses. The state also provides a medical card for the child's doctor, dental, and vision needs. Duration of Foster Care Foster care is supposed to be short term and temporary until the court and the foster care agency can agree on what is in the best interest of the child. Whatever the plan, permanency for the minor child is very important.