The Administrative Office of the Courts for the State of New Jersey has issued a new directive that will introduce more stringent requirements for certain people seeking to become guardian of another person. These requirements will include a more thorough background check, which is meant to help determine if a guardian is suitable for the responsibility they would be given. Anyone who wants to apply for a guardianship in New Jersey should be aware of these new requirements, and be ready for the additional burdens they will impose. Continue reading “New Jersey Implements New Background Screening for Guardians”
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Having Assets in Multiple States
Today, it is common for retirees to have residences in multiple states. Some choose to keep his or her family home and acquire a small home in Florida to visit during the cold months. When a person who owns residences or financial accounts in two different states passes, an ancillary probate proceeding must be commenced where the other real property is located. An ancillary proceeding is an administrative proceeding that is required in addition to the original probate process of a Last Will & Testament. Usually, this administrative proceeding is required because a person owns real property outside of his or her home state.
DDD and Medicaid
If a recipient needs services from the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), that recipient must qualify for Medicaid. The changes enacted have affected many DDD recipients.
Any new DDD application is required to meet the functional criteria and have Medicaid eligibility before they can begin receiving any services. If a person already receives DDD benefits but has not secured Medicaid, that individual must become Medicaid eligible to ensure continuation of current services and prior to receiving any new service.
