67:10:01:16.01Hardship criteria for assistance unit ineligible

after 60 months. An assistance unit that is ineligible for assistance because of the limits established in § 67:10:01:16 may continue to receive cash assistance if one of the following conditions is met: (1) The physical or mental condition of the parent is expected to last longer than 30 days and prevents the parent from entering the work force; (2) The physical or mental condition of a spouse or child residing in the home is expected to last longer than 30 days and prevents the parent from entering the work force; (3) The low intellectual function of the parent prevents the parent from entering the work force or significantly limits earning ability; or (4) The assistance unit has a family safety issue that prevents the parent from entering the work force. A family safety issue includes instances such as the assistance unit being homeless or involved in a domestic abuse situation.

Source: 28 SDR 84, effective December 20, 2001.