Temporary Guardianship Agreement
This Temporary Guardianship Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into on [Effective Date], by and between:
Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s): [Full Names], residing at [Address]
and
Temporary Guardian: [Full Name], residing at [Address].
Child Information:
• Full Name of Child: [Child’s Name]
• Date of Birth: [DOB]
1. Grant of Temporary Guardianship
The Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) hereby voluntarily grant temporary guardianship of the above-named child to the Temporary Guardian. The Temporary Guardian is authorized to make all decisions regarding the care, medical treatment, education, and general welfare of the child.
2. Duration
The temporary guardianship granted under this Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and shall terminate automatically on [End Date], unless terminated earlier by the Parent(s) in writing.
3. Rights and Responsibilities
The Temporary Guardian shall have the authority to:
• Make routine decisions regarding the child’s daily care, education, and activities.
• Authorize medical or dental care and treatment, including emergency medical decisions.
• Enroll the child in school or extracurricular activities.
4. Parental Rights
This Agreement does not terminate the parental rights of the Parent(s). The Parent(s) retain full legal rights and responsibilities for the child and can terminate this guardianship by providing written notice at any time.
5. Emergency Contact Information
Parent’s phone: [Parent’s Phone Number]
Guardian’s phone: [Guardian’s Phone Number]
6. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of [State].
Signatures
Parent/Legal Guardian: _________________________ Date: ____________
Printed Name: ___________________________
Temporary Guardian: _________________________ Date: __________
Printed Name: ______________________________
Notary (if required): _________________________ Date: ___________
(Notary Seal)
Temporary Guardianship Agreement
Use this Temporary Guardianship Agreement to authorize short-term custody and care for minors.
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Temporary Guardianship Agreement FAQ
What is a temporary guardianship agreement?
A temporary guardianship agreement grants short-term legal rights to another adult for the care and decision-making responsibilities regarding a minor child.
Why do you need a temporary guardianship agreement?
It legally authorizes someone else to care for your child temporarily, allowing decisions related to medical care, education, and daily activities in your absence.
When should I use a temporary guardianship agreement?
Use this agreement during periods of travel, illness, military deployment, or other situations when parents are temporarily unable to care for their child.
How to write a temporary guardianship agreement?
Clearly specify the child’s details, guardian’s duties, time frame, decision-making authority granted, emergency contacts, and have both parents and temporary guardian sign and notarize the document.
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