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Parents can delegate their parental rights to another person through the Delegation of Powers by Parent or Guardian (pdf) form. The delegation can be revoked by the parents at any time for any reason, as indicated in Alaska Statute (AS 13.26. 066); no court action is required.

The guardian must make sure the ward receives health care (including mental health care) and protection. The guardian should arrange for any physical and mental examinations necessary to determine the ward's medical and mental health treatment needs. This includes dental, hearing and eye exams.

Termination of guardianship for incapacitated person. (a) The authority and responsibility of a guardian for an incapacitated person terminates upon the death of the guardian or ward, the determination of incapacity of the guardian, the removal or resignation of the guardian as provided in AS 13.26.

Guardianship of an elderly parent means that an individual, a family member or a professional, is appointed by the court to make medical decisions and to manage daily care. When an elderly parent needs a guardian, disagreement about the need for a guardian may exist.

In general, the court may grant the guardian the power to make medical decisions, determine living arrangements, social settings, manage property, and handle financial affairs such as banking, investments, and expenses, including household and long-term care costs and taxes.

Anyone can request the court appoint a guardian for an incapacitated person by filing the petition for guardianship. The court considers whether the proposed guardian meets the legal requirements.