An unaccompanied minor in need of shelter may consent to shelter and supportive services if the service provider reasonably believes that: the unaccompanied minor understands the significant benefits, responsibilities, risks, and limits of the shelter and services and can communicate an informed consent; the unaccompanied minor understands the requirements and rules of the shelter and services; and the shelter and services are necessary to ensure the unaccompanied minor’s safety and well–being. An unaccompanied minor in need of shelter who is a parent may consent to shelter and supportive services for the minor’s child.