Has Anyone Ever Asked Family Members To Serve As Guardian To Your Autistic Child In Case You Die, And No One Accepts The Offer? | MyAutismTeam

Connect with others who understand.

sign up Log in
Resources
About MyAutismTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyAutismTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
Has Anyone Ever Asked Family Members To Serve As Guardian To Your Autistic Child In Case You Die, And No One Accepts The Offer?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­

I am a single mother approaching 50 years old with health conditions and I have a 7 year old son with autism. The father is out of the picture. I moved him back to Colorado in order for him to get closer with his aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins. Although he is loved dearly by all his family members, when I asked any of them to serve as his guardian in my Will until he turns 18, nobody has accepted. They have all accepted guardianship with each other's children so that is not the… read more

posted January 25, 2015
β€’
View reactions
A MyAutismTeam Member

Oh wow my heart goes out to you and your son, I haven't come across that although its in the back of my mind consistently. I have a 21 year old daughter and just assumed she would take over if anything happened to me or my husband to our 12 yr. old Autistic son, or one of our family members would step up to the plate if need be. I guess I should stop assuming and start talking about it. I wish I was more help to you with an answer but have you tried to sit down with them and really seriously tell them how concerned you are? Maybe they just don't realize how serious this is and need to understand.
Good Luck, and God Bless you and your son.

posted January 26, 2015
A MyAutismTeam Member

I don't have a family member who accepted guardianship but I have some close friends who have accepted. These should be friends who know your son well and sincere. These are friends who have spent time around your son and can be trusted to make sure he has proper care.

posted February 4, 2015
A MyAutismTeam Member

this is so sad. my thought is, even if you added on of them on the will to take care of your child, would they listen to your will ? Do you have any aunts or uncles that would be willing to help you ?

posted February 1, 2015
A MyAutismTeam Member

To b quite honest never thought about it. But after reading your post...I knew in my heart I would have some of the same problems. My son is only nine and no one in family including his father would or like to watch him for even 1 hour. I think as of now the only person I would consider is my best friend. She has been with me through it all and loves my son like her own. I am so sorry sweetheart that you have this worry. I will pray God gives you wisdom on what route and avenue is best for your son. Hugs.

posted January 31, 2015
A MyAutismTeam Member

I'm in the same boat. Just turned 60 with a 7 yr. old granddaugher with moderate ASD. A co-worker with adult ASD daughter told me she made her a ward of the state already. That way she still gets to live at home with mom, and mom can pick the place, like assisted living, for when the time comes. This would probably be a last resort, but better than not having any options at all.

posted January 28, 2015

Related content

View All
How Do I Start Building Family And Friends Support Network?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Immunization
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Need Advice From Parents With An Autistic Child That Have Went On To Have A Second Child.
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
Your privacy is our priority. By continuing, you accept our Terms of use and Privacy policy.
Already a Member? Log in