In loco parentis means in the place of a parent or instead of a parent. In order for QIN TANF to decide that you are acting in loco parentis, you must have intentionally taken over the duties of a parent.
QIN TANF considers you as acting in loco parentis when (1) the child’s parents are absent, (2) you are not the child’s legal guardian or custodian and (3) you have taken over the daily care and control of the child.
Below are examples of duties an adult acting in loco parentis will do:
Provide basic food, shelter and clothing for the child. | Get the child up and ready in the morning. |
Make sure the child gets to school or daycare. | Help child bathe and dress (if applicable). |
Prepare meals for the child. | Attend parent/teacher conferences. |
Take the child to regular medical/dental appointments. | Act as the emergency contact at school. |
Sign up and take the child to extracurricular activities. | Provide guidance and discipline to the child. |