Free Delaware Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Template

A Delaware minor (child) power of attorney is a parent’s written authorization for another adult to handle a child’s care while the parent is unavailable. Two Delaware statutes add related options for relatives and for parents facing serious illness.

Relative Caregivers and School Enrollment

Title 14, § 202(f) of the Delaware Code lets a relative caregiver enroll a child in school using a Caregivers School Authorization. The form must be completed and notarized, and it uses the latest version from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services.

When the School Authorization Applies

The caregiver must be at least 18, a Delaware resident, and living in the school district. The child must live with them because of a qualifying reason, such as the parent’s death, serious illness, incarceration, or military assignment.

Standby Guardianship Through Family Court

Title 13, Chapter 23 lets a parent, custodian, or guardian petition Family Court for a standby guardianship order. It’s meant for a parent with a progressive chronic condition or terminal illness who wants to plan a child’s future care.

Yes, through the Caregivers School Authorization. According to the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, the approved affidavit makes the relative the school’s legal contact for the child.

That covers enrollment, school-based decisions such as special education, and approval for health care the school provides. In addition, the authorization can be cancelled if the child stops living with the caregiver, or by written revocation from the caregiver or a parent.

A Delaware minor (child) power of attorney works best alongside whichever state form fits your situation.

1. Fill in your details, the child’s, and those of the adult stepping in.
2. List the decisions you’re handing over and an end date.
3. Sign it, and have it notarized so others can trust the signature.
4. If a relative will enroll the child in school, have them complete the notarized Caregivers School Authorization too.
5. For a serious illness, talk with a Delaware family law attorney about a standby guardianship petition.

Specific details save your caregiver time at the front desk.

• Your name, address, and relationship to the child
• The child’s full name and date of birth
• The caregiver’s name, address, and phone number
• The decisions the caregiver may make, such as medical or activity consent
• Start and end dates
• Your signature and a notary block

Create your Delaware minor (child) power of attorney now and have it ready in minutes.