7025 Emergency Relocation Funds | Public Guardianship 5800 Manual
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Georgia Division of Aging Services |
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Chapter: |
7000 Income and Resources of the Person Under Guardianship |
Effective Date: |
03/01/2022 |
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Section Title: |
Emergency Relocation Funds |
Reviewed or Updated in: |
MT 2022-02 |
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Section Number: |
7025 |
Previous Update: |
MT 2019-02 |
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Summary Statement
Public Guardianship Office (PGO) staff will adhere to policies and procedures of the Division of Aging Services for use of Emergency Relocation Funds (ERF).
ERF Overview
Eligibility criteria for ERF:
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Client is receiving APS or guardianship services in Georgia
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Client needs relocation from a dangerous situation, facility, or home for purposes of risk reduction or safety
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Client is experiencing an imminent threat to his or her health, well-being, or safety
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Client resources are insufficient or unavailable to purchase needed services.
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Client must be able to maintain services with his or her own resources after the initial infusion of ERF funds
Procedures
Refer to the Division of Aging Services Administration Manual, MAN 5600, Chapter 9075, Relocation Funds for procedures.
References
MAN 5600, Sections 9075, Relocation Funds Overview; MAN 5600, Section 9076 Temporary Emergency Relocation Funds (TERF); MAN 5600, Section 9080, Emergency Relocation Funds (ERF)