Thinking of leaving the kids with their grandparents for a weekend getaway? Or perhaps your son is staying with Aunt Sally on her farm for a few weeks this summer? Before the bags are packed, make sure you’ve filled out a “Permission to Treat” form for your children.
By completing the “Power of Attorney for Consent to Medical Care” form for each child, you ensure that the person you authorize -- a babysitter, grandparent or any responsible adult -- can obtain medical treatment for your children in your absence. In addition, if you’re bringing your child’s best friend along on your family vacation, make sure his or her parents have authorized you to seek treatment for their child. The form must be notarized to be valid.
