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DEPARTMENT FOR AGING AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES AUXILIARY GRANT PROGRAM NON-SSI RESOURCE TRANSFERS 11/18 CHAPTER G PAGE 26  Verify that the resource was transferred, to whom, the amount of compensation if any, and the date of transfer using the individual's signed statement and appropriate documents (e.g., sales agreement or any other document that verifies change of ownership).  Verify using any appropriate document the relationship of the transferor to the individual getting the resource (spouse, child).  As needed, verify that the transfer was for the sole benefit of the transferor's spouse by obtaining a copy of the appropriate legally binding written document. Allegations by both parties are not sufficient.  As needed, verify that the child to whom the resource was transferred meets the AG requirements for blindness or disability. o Assume that an individual who was eligible for SSA or SSI benefits based on blindness or disability at the time of the transfer meets the definition of blindness or disability for purposes of this exception. For this purpose, “eligible” includes an individual in a payment suspension status. o If the individual who received the transferred resource was not eligible for SSI or SSA benefits based on blindness or disability at the time of the transfer, obtain a disability determination from (DDS). See Chapter C – 2.3.4. 17. Transfer For Purpose Other Than To Obtain AG Exception The period of ineligibility for transferring a non-home resource at less than fair market value does not apply if the individual transferred the resource exclusively for a purpose other than to obtain AG benefits. 17.1. Assumption If an individual gives away resources or sells resources for less than current market value (CMV), assume that the resources were transferred for the purpose of establishing or maintaining eligibility for AG. This assumption may be rebutted. 17.2. Rebuttal To rebut the assumption, the individual must provide convincing evidence that the resources were transferred exclusively for a purpose other than to become or remain eligible for AG.