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[Allow the parent to lead the discussion, following the guidelines in this section for interacting with people who may have experienced the effects of domestic violence. If, at any point, the parent indicates a desire to stop the discussion or appears uncomfortable with the subject, stop the discussion and continue with topics unrelated to domestic violence.

Provide the parent with information about the domestic violence programs, the child support waiver and Reach Up. Advise the parent that they may further discuss the work requirement deferment with their case manager. Talk about the child support waiver if it applies to the parent’s situation, regardless of whether the parent asks about it. If, at any point in the discussion, the parent indicates that any member of his or her family may have experienced the effects of domestic violence, continue to 7 immediately.]

7. Are you safe now?

[If they are not safe, follow your district procedures for handling unsafe domestic violence situations. If you don’t know what they are, ask your supervisor.]