N.J. Admin. Code § 10:164A-5.2

Current through Register Vol. 57, No. 1, January 6, 2025

Section 10:164A-5.2 - Authorized agent

(a) Since most clients served shall be in moderate to severe stages of dementia and the applicant is most likely incompetent or incapable of filing an application on his or her own behalf, the agency shall recognize any of the following persons, listed in order of priority, as an authorized agent for the purpose of initiating such applications:

1. A legal guardian;

2. A close relative of the applicant by blood or marriage, such as parent, spouse, son, daughter, brother or sister; and

3. A friend of the applicant who is his or her caregiver but does not receive remuneration for the caregiving.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:164A-5.2