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Publication date: 12.04.2024
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Payments for guardianship of a disabled person of group 2. Is it possible to obtain guardianship over a group 2 disabled person. In Ukraine, guardians of group 2 disabled persons can receive state assistance and payments, in particular to cover additional costs related to caring for a ward. Here are some types of government benefits and assistance that a carer can count on:
Social assistance for care is a monthly payment provided to compensate for the costs of caring for a disabled person of group 2 who, due to his physical limitations, cannot take care of himself.
Compensation payments - separate payments can be assigned to cover specific needs, for example, the purchase of medical drugs, equipment, rehabilitation activities.
Benefits for utility services - in some cases, guardians can receive discounts for paying for utility services at the place of residence of the disabled person.
One-time benefits - sometimes one-time benefits may be paid in connection with the need to make special expenses related to the care of a disabled person.
In order to receive any of these payments, the guardian must apply to the local social protection authority with relevant documents confirming the ward's disabled status and the need for care. The social protection body will consider the application and make a decision on the assignment of payments in accordance with the current legislation.
How to obtain guardianship over a disabled person of group 2 in Ukraine. Registration of guardianship over a disabled person of the 2nd group in Ukraine requires compliance with certain legal procedures and collection of necessary documents. Here are the basic steps:
1.Confirmation of disabled status
First of all, you need to have a documentary confirmation of the status of disabled person of the 2nd group, which is issued by the Medical and Social Expert Commission (MSEK).
2. Determination of the need for guardianship
In order to register guardianship, it is necessary to prove that a disabled person of group 2 needs help in solving household and other everyday issues due to his physical limitations.
3. Appeal to the guardianship authority
An application for the appointment of a guardian is submitted to the local body of guardianship and guardianship (usually these are departments for children and family affairs under district or city administrations).
4. Preparation of documents
Required documents usually include:
Application for the appointment of a guardian;
Medical opinion on the person's state of health;
Identity documents (passport);
Certificate of family composition;
Other documents at the request of the guardianship body.
5. Assessment of the candidate's suitability as a guardian
The guardianship body checks the guardian candidate to determine his suitability to perform these duties. This may include interviews, housing inspections, etc.
6. Court decision
At the last stage, the case is considered in court, which makes a decision on the appointment of a guardian or refusal of guardianship. The court decision is binding.
7. Registration of guardianship
After receiving a court decision, the guardianship is registered in the guardianship body, where the guardian receives the corresponding rights and obligations.
Registration of guardianship over a disabled person of group 2 in Ukraine. During the entire process, it can be useful to use the services of a lawyer who will help you to draw up all the documents correctly and represent your interests in court.
