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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Old age assistance shall be granted under this chapter to any person who:
a. Has attained the age of 65 years;
b. Lacks adequate support; is unable to support himself; is without parents, spouse, or children able to support him and without other persons able and willing to support him;
c. Is a resident of this State;
d. Is not involuntarily confined in any public or private institution other than a medical institution;
e. Has not made a voluntary assignment or transfer of property for the purpose of qualifying for such assistance or for the purpose of evading responsibility under section 44:7-14 of this Title;
f. Is found, after due investigation and determination as hereinafter provided, to be in need of assistance.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Jersey Statutes Title 44. Poor 44 § 7-5 - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nj/title-44-poor/nj-st-sect-44-7-5/
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