New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 10 - HUMAN SERVICES
Chapter 167E - HEARING AID ASSISTANCE TO THE AGED AND DISABLED
Subchapter 2 - DEFINITIONS
Section 10:167E-2.1 - Definitions
The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
"Annual income" means all income from whatever source derived, actually received or anticipated.
"Applicant" means an individual who applies for HAAAD, either personally or through an authorized agent.
"Beneficiary" means an individual who has been found eligible for HAAAD benefits.
"Calendar year" means a year beginning January 1 and ending December 31. "Calendar year" is the base period utilized to determine annual income and HAAAD eligibility.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services.
"Department" means the Department of Human Services.
"Resident" means a person legally domiciled within the State of New Jersey for a period of 30 days immediately preceding the date of application for inclusion in the HAAAD program. Mere seasonal or temporary residence within the State, of whatever duration, does not constitute domicile.
"Special needs trust" means a trust containing the assets of a disabled individual that is established for the sole benefit of the individual by a parent, grandparent, legal guardian or court prior to the time the individual reaches the age of 65. (See 10:167E-2.2 for provisions.)
"Viatical settlement" means the sale or cashing in of a life insurance policy prior to the death of the insured, due to the fact that the insured has experienced a catastrophic, life-threatening or chronic illness or condition.
