The purpose of the affidavit is to affirm the facts stated regarding their non-cohabitation for legal purposes. The purpose of the Caregiver Affidavit is to ensure that minors living with non-parent caregivers have access to public education and essential medical care.AFFIDAVIT OF NON-COHABITATION. I,. , the petitioner in the above-entitled matter, first being duly sworn, say: I have not cohabited with since . Date. This policy guide provides instructions on how to assess and respond to referrals involving parental incapacity, absence or failure to provide a child with adequate shelter. Other legal options Caregiver's Authorization Affidavit: You sign a form to get the authority to enroll the child in school and get medical care If the child lives with you in California, you can sign a Caregiver's Authorization Affidavit. Parents do not need to sign the form, but they can cancel it at any time. Affidavit of parent. Verification from social services agency. The court found both parties responsible for the breakdown of the marriage.