If a Wisconsin works agency employee identifies an individual as a past or present victim of domestic abuse or determines that the individual is at risk of domestic abuse or if the individual identifies himself or herself as a past or present victim of domestic abuse or as an individual who is at risk of further abuse, the Wisconsin works agency shall provide the individual with information on community-based domestic abuse services, including information on shelters or programs for battered individuals, sexual assault provider services, medical services, sexual assault nurse examiners services, domestic violence and sexual assault hotlines, legal and medical counseling and advocacy, mental health care, counseling, and support groups. The Wisconsin works agency shall provide the information to the individual orally and in writing in accordance with guidelines developed by the department. The Wisconsin works agency shall also provide referrals for community-based counseling and supportive service providers to the individual if the individual elects to receive the services.
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