A Michigan parent may temporarily delegate parental powers over a child, for example to a grandparent or relative while the parent is deployed, traveling, or ill, for up to 6 months (MCL 700.5103). A Michigan parent may temporarily delegate parental powers over a child, for example to a grandparent or relative while the parent is deployed, traveling, or ill, for up to 6 months (MCL 700.5103).
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A Michigan parent may temporarily delegate parental powers over a child, for example to a grandparent or relative while the parent is deployed, traveling, or ill, for up to 6 months (MCL 700.5103).
What you'll need
Read the packet and check the receiving agency's required form.
Gather the names, dates and supporting records requested in the document.
Review the packet's signing, identification and witness instructions.
How to complete it
Fill in the children and attorney-in-fact (Page 1) Set start and end dates no more than 6 months apart.
Sign before a notary (Page 2) Schools and doctors rely on a notarized delegation. Bring a current, government-issued photo ID.
Give the original to the attorney-in-fact and copies to the child’s school and doctor.
For a longer arrangement, ask the probate court about a limited guardianship.
When a child travels with only one parent, grandparents, a school group, or another adult, airlines and border officials may ask for written, notarized consent from the parents who are not traveling.
This form lets you tell a Michigan court who you want as your guardian (personal care) and conservator (money and property) if you ever become unable to manage your own affairs, and who should never serve.
A written, signed personal care agreement documents that a family member or friend is paid for providing care. It is often needed for Michigan Medicaid long-term care planning, so payments are not treated as gifts.
These forms are a free convenience, not legal advice. First Choice Mobile Notary & Apostille is not a law firm. Consult an attorney licensed in the relevant state for legal questions.