Exemption Based on Domestic Abuse

[EAS 42-715.512]

Domestic Abuse

An individual who is a past or present victim/survivor of domestic abuse may be exempt from the 60-month CalWORKs lifetime limit and have their WTW participation requirement waived. A referral must be made to the CalWORKs Social Work Unit to make a determination of Domestic Abuse.

Refer to Domestic Abuse Referral Process.

Verification

It is not required for an individual to provide supporting documentation in order for the CalWORKs Social Worker/Domestic Violence Advocate to approve an exemption/waiver due to domestic abuse.

Cal Learn

A pregnant or custodial teen parent may be exempt from WTW participation when the CalWORKs Social Worker/Domestic Violence Advocate determines that the domestic abuse interferes with or prevents the client from participating. Refer to Cal Learn [EAS 42-762] for an explanation of the Cal Learn program.

Review

A review of this exemption by the CalWORKs Social Worker/Domestic Violence Advocate is required at least every 3 months.

Related Topics

CalWORKs Employment Services Program