Increases personal needs allowance to $140 for low-income persons residing in certain facilities.
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This bill increases the monthly personal needs allowance (PNA) for residents of certain long-term care facilities in New Jersey. Specifically, it raises the PNA from $50 to $140 for individuals living in nursing homes, psychiatric hospitals, developmental centers, and special hospitals. The PNA is intended to help residents cover personal expenses like phone calls, entertainment, and necessary items. Furthermore, the bill ensures that SSI recipients in these facilities receive a supplemental payment to match the PNA of Medicaid recipients.
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