Knowing your children will be taken care of should something happen to you can provide considerable peace of mind. One of the most crucial aspects of planning for all eventualities is establishing guardianship. Although finding the right person for the role can be challenging, the answer will come to you if you keep the following few factors in mind.

What to Consider When Naming a Guardian for Your Children 

1. Overall Health 

When considering guardianship, it’s wise to choose someone who’s relatively young and healthy. While many grandparents would undoubtedly care for their grandchildren as if they were their own, they may not be up for the task if the kids are relatively young. Similarly, someone with a chronic health condition may also have trouble looking after small children.

2. Beliefs 

If you want your children to be raised in a particular religion, consider guardians who share the faith. And if you don’t have a religious preference, it’s still important to choose someone who has shared values. Don’t be afraid to ask those you’re considering about their beliefs. It may feel personal, but if there’s even a chance they could end up raising your kids, their answers might make a significant difference in who your children turn out to be.

3. Flexibility 

A lot would change for your children if something happened to you and your spouse. Therefore, it’s in their best interests to limit the sense of upheaval as much as possible. While you should not automatically exclude those friends or relatives who live in another state, do consider the impact that might have. Consider asking if they’d be willing to relocate should they have to step up and take care of your children.

Once you’re ready to establish guardianship, turn to Kleveland Law Offices for help making the arrangements. Located in Lincoln, NE, this law firm was founded in 1984, and they’ve been providing strategic counsel in a variety of areas ever since. Whether you need guidance regarding probate law, criminal defense, or family law, rely on Attorney Jeanelle S. Kleveland and her team. To request an initial consultation, send them a message online or call (402) 477-7776.