Authorization for Temporary Guardianship of Minor Child | USA

Appoint someone you trust to take temporary custody of your child with this USA Authorization Form for Temporary Guardianship of a Minor Child.

  • An authorization of this type would be granted if the parent is unable to care for the child due to illness, injury, incarceration or other circumstances.
  • Complete the form with the child's personal and medical information, your personal information, and information about the temporary guardian.
  • The Authorization and Consent form gives the temporary guardian the power to make decisions about the child's education, recreational and religious activities, and obtain emergency medical treatment for the child.
  • The temporary guardian must consent to the appointment, and the form must be acknowledged in front of a notary public.
  • This form is in MS Word format, and is easy to fill in, edit and print.
  • Intended to be used only in the United States. NOTE: some States, such as Colorado, have their own forms. Check with your State's department of human services.
Document Type: Microsoft Word
Last Updated: 15-August-2025
SKU: 7684
$7.99