New Jersey Judiciary Guardianship Monitoring Program

Cause Area

  • Justice & Legal
  • People with Disabilities
  • Seniors

Location

Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex25 West Market StreetPO Box 981Trenton, NJ 08625 United States
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Mission Statement

The goal of the New Jersey Judiciary Guardianship Monitoring Program (GMP) is to safeguard and reduce the potential for abuse and exploitation of incapacitated individuals by their guardians. The program is committed to helping to ensure that these vulnerable members of society are treated with dignity and respect, while also assisting guardians in their sometimes difficult role.

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The New Jersey Judiciary Guardianship Monitoring Program (GMP) is a comprehensive statewide volunteer-based court program established to monitor guardians in their handling of the affairs of incapacitated individuals, including elderly and developmentally disabled adults.

The goal of the GMP is to safeguard and reduce the potential for abuse and exploitation of incapacitated individuals by their guardians. The program is committed to helping ensure that these vulnerable members of society are treated with dignity and respect, while also assisting guardians in their sometimes difficult role.

The GMP monitors guardianship cases to ensure that guardians of incapacitated persons are performing their duties appropriately. Monitoring and oversight of guardianships helps identify, address, prevent, and deter activities that are harmful to incapacitated individuals.

Trained GMP volunteers use the Guardianship Monitoring System (GMS), a computer application comprised of a statewide guardianship database and a report review tool, to track and follow up on guardianship files. The volunteers’ work ensures that guardians comply with statutory and court-ordered requirements to file documents and reports and manage the affairs of incapacitated individuals effectively.

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by Linda F. from Cherry Hill, NJ (2020-02-14 17:22:20.0)
A wonderful volunteer opportunity and VITAL because you will be over seeing the financial reports for those who have guardianships over our most vulnerable citizens ( seniors, and disabled adults and children.) I enjoyed the two years here and sad that family responsibilies required my leave. The volunteer coordinator was wonderful and extremely helpful, kind and considerate. And most important, very thankful for the volunteers efforts. V
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