108.75 Verification of Eligibility Factors

Generally, individuals must provide verification of certain eligibility requirements at application, renewal , and the Semiannual Reporting review. However, there may be instances when a victim /survivor of domestic violence, due to safety considerations or the effects of past abuse, will not be able to provide verification when requested. Examples of verification requirements that a victim /survivor may request to be waived include but are not limited to the following:

Providing required verification, such as identification or social security cards, because the victim /survivor fled the abuser and is unable to safely return to the abuser’s home or because the victim /survivor is experiencing stress, inability to focus, or other effects of past abuse that prevent him or her from being able to remember or carry out the steps necessary to obtain the various items of required verification .

Providing a letter from the victim /survivor's employer because the victim /survivor is unable to safely return to or contact the victim /survivor's former workplace.

Verification of closure of benefits in the place of a victim /survivor's former residence before a case can be opened in Pennsylvania for victims /survivors of domestic violence who relocate from another state or county to escape violence and need immediate support.

Verification of voluntary child support paid to the victim /survivor . This situation should be carefully discussed with the victim /survivor to determine if it is possible to verify the income, such as by photocopying a check, without the involvement of the absent parent. If this is not possible, such as if the payment is made in cash, the victim /survivor's statement is acceptable. The CAO must advise BCSE of the good cause waiver determination and voluntary support situation.

Updated January 16, 2025, replacing June 20, 2024