3010.2.2 Domestic Violence

One of the issues which may pose a challenge to individuals and families becoming self-sufficient is domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that happens between two people in an adult relationship. Stress, family history of abuse, drug use and alcohol use may be contributing factors in a domestic violence situation. Delaware is committed to assisting victims of domestic violence to overcome circumstances which place them in physical, emotional and/or financial jeopardy. This assistance includes aiding the victims in seeking redress and a safe environment for their families. Additionally, on a case-by-case basis, Contract of Mutual Responsibility requirements may be waived if it is determined that by complying with the requirements it would be more difficult for the individual and the family to escape and/or remain safe from the violence. This determination will be made in conjunction with input and information from the domestic violence victim.