This page includes important forms and publications to help you manage your care, support loved ones, and understand your rights. Whether you’re making medical decisions, raising a relative’s child, or planning for the future, these documents are here to support you.
Advance Health Care Planning
Advance Health Care Directive (Living Will)
This form allows you to:
- Give instructions about medical care if you can’t speak for yourself
- Name someone to make health care decisions for you
- Indicate whether you’d like to be an organ or tissue donor
Delaware Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment (DMOST)
For people expected to live less than a year, DMOST forms are developed with your doctor to reflect your current wishes for care.
Caregiver Affidavits
These forms help relative caregivers (such as grandparents) make decisions for children in their care—without legal custody.
Medical Authorization Affidavit
Allows you to approve medical treatment for a child.
School Authorization Affidavit
Allows you to enroll a child in school.
HIPAA Privacy Notice
Your privacy is protected by law. This notice explains how your medical information is used and your rights under HIPAA.
Key Publications
Guide to Services for Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Get an overview of programs and services available in Delaware.
State Plan on Aging (2024–2028)
Learn how Delaware plans to support older adults in the years ahead.
Family Caregiving Focus Group Report
See what caregivers shared about their needs and challenges.
Legal Handbook for Grandparents and Other Relatives Raising Children
A helpful guide to navigating school, legal, and medical systems.
