Probably not. I doubt that you could justify the removal from yiu custody a "temporary absence" that counts at time lived with you . It is defined as:
Temporary absences.
You and your qualifying person are considered to live together even if one or both of you are temporarily absent from your home due to special circumstances, such as illness, education, business, vacation, military service, or detention in a juvenile facility. It must be reasonable to assume the absent person will return to the home after the temporary absence. You must continue to keep up the home during the absence.
It depends on the exact circumstances. If you want to pursue it I suggest you consult with a tax professional or tax attorney that deals with foster children and knows the laws of your state as they apply to foster care.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
