New Jersey Adult Guardianship is a legal process that allows a court to appoint a guardian to oversee the care and protection of an individual who is ineligible to make decisions for themselves due to a developmental disability. The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) provides services to eligible individuals, which can include assistance with guardianship. There are two types of New Jersey Adult Guardianship — How to Apply for Guardianship of the Person of an Individual Eligible for Services from the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD): Plenary Guardianship and Limited Guardianship. Plenary Guardianship is the most comprehensive form of guardianship available in New Jersey. This type of guardianship allows the guardian to make all decisions regarding the individual’s care and protection, including where they live, their medical care, and more. To apply for Plenary Guardianship, the guardian must submit an application to the court, which includes a detailed plan of care and protection for the individual. Limited Guardianship is a form of guardianship that allows the guardian to make decisions regarding specified areas of the individual’s care and protection, such as medical care and financial decisions. To apply for Limited Guardianship, the guardian must submit an application to the court, which includes a detailed plan of care and protection for the individual. In order to apply for either Plenary or Limited Guardianship of an individual eligible for services from the DDD, the guardian must contact the local county Surrogate’s Office to obtain the necessary forms and guidance. The guardian must then submit the completed forms and an application to the court for approval. Once the court approves the application, the guardian will be appointed and able to make decisions on behalf of the individual.