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"Temporary guardian." A family member appointed by a court for a limited period as a guardian of the minor when the minor's custodial parent has entered a rehabilitation facility for treatment of drug or alcohol addiction or has been subject to emergency medical intervention due to abuse of drugs or alcohol.

Custody is determined in Family Court. Guardianship is a court-ordered relationship where an adult is appointed by the court to care for a minor child ("ward") whose circumstances require it, and to make decisions about the child's education, support and maintenance.

term guardianship is a private agreement that does not require a judge's approval. It might be an option if: You only need a guardianship for a minor child for 6 months or less; AND. The parents will sign and notarize a shortterm guardianship agreement.

Guardianships have no finite timeline and the courts retain jurisdiction over the children, so if circumstances change, a reformed parent could become part of a child's life or, conversely, the court may find it appropriate to terminate parental rights and allow a guardian to adopt the child.

Even if a parent signs a consent form stating that they agree to a guardianship, paperwork will still need to be filed at the courthouse where the child resides. A court order is necessary to make the guardianship official.

A temporary guardian is typically an uncle or aunt, grandparent or step-parent, sister, brother, or cousin. No temporary or permanent guardianships will be granted to an individual who cannot demonstrate a relationship with the child or incapacitated adult.