What is the Cultivating Access, Rights and Equity (CARE) Grant Program?
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development provides vital resources for individuals who have experienced domestic violence and their loved ones. Benefits available through the NJ DOL program can play an essential role in supporting survivors’ financial and economic safety planning, recognizing that financial stability is a key part of recovery.
Survivors often face unique challenges as they navigate financial, emotional, and psychological impacts of various forms of abuse, and may not be fully aware of the financial resources available to them. The NJ Department of Labor offers a range of benefits that can significantly aid in their recovery process.
NJ Temporary Disability Insurance benefits can provide partial wage replacement for survivors unable to work temporarily while they are recovering from significant physical or mental health conditions.
NJ Family Leave Insurance benefits can provide partial wage replacement for survivors who need to take time off to handle issues related to abuse such as, safety planning activities, seeking legal services, attending court dates and meeting other related needs. NJ Family Leave Insurance benefits can also be available to caregivers of survivors.
Unemployment Insurance may be available to survivors who had to leave their employment as a result of the abuse.
Learn more about each at myleavebenefits.nj.gov/survivors
Advocates from domestic violence agencies across New Jersey work closely with survivors, helping them understand their workers’ rights and guiding them through the application processes for these programs. This support ensures that survivors are not only aware of the economic benefits available to them but also empowered to access these resources, ultimately contributing to their financial independence and overall well-being. By connecting survivors with these crucial economic supports, the benefits offered by NJ Department of Labor plays a pivotal role in helping survivors rebuild their lives after experiencing domestic violence.
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