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any time, including the time covered by the initial four-month waiver period. The need for waivers shall be redetermined at least every six months. 4. In considering the extension of waivers, the domestic violence liaison must consider the totality of the individual's case circumstances. However, unwillingness on the part of the individual to engage in any options, steps or activities that might assist the individual in terms of safety or self-sufficiency may affect the individual's credibility. 5. Waivers may be granted permitting the receipt of family assistance benefits by individuals who have already received benefits for 60 months and who would not be required to participate in work or training activities, pursuant to the regulations of the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, because of an independently verified physical or mental impairment resulting from domestic violence that is anticipated to last for three months or longer, or if the individual is unable to work because of the need to care for a dependent child who is disabled as a result of domestic violence. 6. An individual may decline a waiver or terminate an existing waiver at any time without penalty. (l) Alien eligibility and deeming. 1. Under Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) rules, certain battered aliens not otherwise considered qualified aliens for public assistance eligibility purposes can petition INS and be granted qualified alien status thereby entitling them to receive benefits. Aliens so qualified will be issued a "Notice of Prima Facie Case" by INS. 2. Social services districts must exempt such battered aliens from alien deeming requirements in accordance with 18 NYCRR 352.33(c).