Get Or Medium/long Distance Parenting Plan 2008-2026

Filling out the OR Medium/Long Distance Parenting Plan is an important step in ensuring a well-structured parenting approach. This guide provides comprehensive and clear instructions for users, helping them navigate the form with confidence.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the parenting plan form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access and open the parenting plan in your document editor.
2. Begin by entering the names of the petitioner and co-petitioner as required at the top of the form. Ensure the correct spelling of names and roles.
3. Proceed to section 1, titled 'Goals for our children.' Briefly outline the overall objectives of the parenting plan focusing on the children's well-being.
4. In section 2, 'Who our children are,' fill in the full names, dates of birth, current ages, and sex of all children involved. Attach additional names if necessary.
5. In section 3, identify who the parents are. Designate Parent A and Parent B by filling in their respective names. Parent A is the primary caregiver, while Parent B is the secondary.
6. Indicate the primary residence of the children in section 3.1 by checking the relevant option or clarifying that neither parent's home is the primary residence.
7. For section 3.2, specify how temporary changes to the parenting time schedule should be managed by selecting one of the provided options.
8. In section 4, select whether to complete the Medium Distance or Long Distance schedule attachment. Ensure the selected attachment is completed and attached.
9. In section 5, detail how the exchange of children will occur, including transportation arrangements and provisions for clothing and medication during exchanges.
10. Section 6 requires decisions about the children. Specify if joint or sole custody is chosen and outline how major decisions will be made.
11. Continue to section 7, where you will detail communication protocols regarding the children between parents and with the children.
12. In section 8, state any rules regarding future moves by a parent that may affect the other parent and the children.
13. Section 9 invites any other provisions related to children’s activities, make-up time, mutual respect, alternate care, and additional items. Fill them out as necessary.
14. Complete section 10, affirming that permanent changes to the schedule require court intervention.
15. Discuss dispute resolution in section 11, selecting any preferred methods for resolving conflicts before resorting to court.
16. Finally, ensure that both parents sign the document in section 12, including dates to validate the agreement.
17. Once completed, save your changes. You may then download, print, or share the parenting plan as needed.

Start filling out the OR Medium/Long Distance Parenting Plan online today to establish a clear framework for your children’s care.