A child alleged to be in need of shelter care may be placed only in:

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1.    A licensed foster home or a home approved by the court; 2.    A shelter care or certified shelter care facility operated by a licensed child welfare agency; or

3.    Any other suitable place or facility, including a medical facility for the treatment of mental illness, alcoholism, or drug addiction, designated by the court.