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The process starts by either calling or applying online. Callers should be prepared with information about what kind of help the applicant needs, health conditions and financial information. A nurse or social worker will take the information and determine if the applicant appears to be eligible.

Legal guardianship means a court grants someone other than a biological parent the right to care for a minor. Custody (most often) generally describes a parent caring for his or her own child. Guardianship does not always grant custody or definitively mean a biological parent's custody is revoked.

In Connecticut, there are two main wavers that can be applied for and which can help patients pay family members. These are the Freedom of Choice Section 1915(b) Waiver and the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Section 1915(c) Waiver.

The proposed guardian is usually a relative or an individual who has a significant relationship with the child. The guardianship is of indefinite duration. It could last until the child turns 18. On the other hand, a parent may at any time request that his or her guardianship be reinstated.

The person who wants to be the new guardian would file a Petition for Appointment of Successor/Co-Guardian. The guardian can voluntarily resign if they no longer want to be the guardian. The court will have to choose a replacement guardian, and may appoint the public guardian if no one else is willing to be appointed.

Connecticut Caregiver Training Requirements Homemaker / Companions: No formal training requirements. Certified Nurse Aides: After completing a state approved CNA school program, CNAs in Connecticut must complete 12 hours of CE annually.