Name, phone number, and location of doctor/dentist, clinic/hospital where medical records are maintained, location of shot records, where prescriptions are filled, any chronic illnesses, who to contact in case of medical emergency. Be sure the caregiver is aware of scheduling of shots, routing or or dental visits. planned doctor’s appointments Dependents identification cards for children 10 years of age or older. If the caregiver does not have an ID card, you must get one for your child regardless of age. This is necessary for the caregiver to have access to military privileges (commissary, NEX, medical) for the child. ENSURE YOU BOTH HAVE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING FOR EACH ISSUE: Discipline: Set realistic guidelines (it is wise to observe and discuss discipline practice in the care home of application) provider’s Emergency: Who the caregiver would contact in emergency situations if one were needed closer to home than you or if you were unavailable. School: Will the caregiver attend parent conferences, sign report cards, etc.? Be sure teacher/school is aware of the situation. Communication: Will you write/call directly to your child? Will communication be through the care giver? How will the care giver report to you and how often? Financial: Clarify amount of pay to the caregiver and how it will be paid. Clarify if the caregiver will be responsible for purchasing food, household necessities, clothing for the children, and other crisis that might arise. CUSTODY A clear understanding of who possesses legal custody is imperative. If you have custody as the result of a divorce. A copy of the divorce document (not the only copy) should be given to the care provider. If you are separated from your spouse and custody has not been settled. In all cases you must obtain a custody agreement and a special power of attorney. Notarization: A notary public is a person legally authorized to administer oaths, take depositions, take and certify acknowledgements, and perform other similar services which can expedite the handling of an legal affairs. Notary public service is available at the legal assistance individual’s office, most banks and credit unions, and usually through the Family Service Center. There may be a small fee for the service depending upon where obtained. The VP-4 Legal Officer and all commissioned officers O-4 and above are a notary public and available for notarization. Legal Assistance:
Name, phone number, and location of doctor/dentist, clinic/hospital where medical records are maintained, location of shot records, where prescriptions are filled, any chronic illnesses, who to contact in case of medical emergency. Be sure the caregiver is aware of scheduling of shots, routing or planned doctor’s appointments or dental visits. Dependents identification cards for children 10 years of age or older. If the caregiver does not have an ID card, you must get one for your child regardless of age. This is necessary for the caregiver to have access to military privileges (commissary, NEX, medical) for the child. ENSURE YOU BOTH HAVE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING FOR EACH ISSUE: Discipline: Set realistic guidelines (it is wise to observe and discuss discipline practice in the care provider’s home of application) Emergency: Who the caregiver would contact in emergency situations if one were needed closer to home than you or if you were unavailable. School: Will the caregiver attend parent conferences, sign report cards, etc.? Be sure teacher/school is aware of the situation. Communication: Will you write/call directly to your child? Will communication be through the care giver? How will the care giver report to you and how often? Financial: Clarify amount of pay to the caregiver and how it will be paid. Clarify if the caregiver will be responsible for purchasing food, household necessities, clothing for the children, and other crisis that might arise. CUSTODY A clear understanding of who possesses legal custody is imperative. If you have custody as the result of a divorce. A copy of the divorce document (not the only copy) should be given to the care provider. If you are separated from your spouse and custody has not been settled. In all cases you must obtain a custody agreement and a special power of attorney. Notarization: A notary public is a person legally authorized to administer oaths, take depositions, take and certify acknowledgements, and perform other similar services which can expedite the handling of an individual’s legal affairs. Notary public service is available at the legal assistance office, most banks and credit unions, and usually through the Family Service Center. There may be a small fee for the service depending upon where obtained. The VP-4 Legal Officer and all commissioned officers O-4 and above are a notary public and available for notarization. Legal Assistance:
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