Family Self Sufficiency

The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program, originally established within the Section 8 program, is a voluntary program designed to assist families in achieving economic independence and self-sufficiency through education and job training.

Criteria for participation includes:

• Section 8 certificate or voucher.
• Motivation to change your life circumstances.
• Interested in developing a plan to direct your goals.
• Determined and Committed to free yourself from government assistance.

Support Services Available
The FSS program provides for collaboration with local agencies and service providers to address a wide variety of family issues including:

• Child Care/Transportation/Budgeting/Counseling.
• Education (H.S. diploma, GED, Community College and Four Year institutions).
• Job Search and Work Skills/Legal Services
• Parenting Skills/Health/Food & Nutrition
• Career Guidance Counseling
• Communication Skills/Stress Management
• Drug & Alcohol Counseling
• Stress Management/Self-Esteem/Motivation
• FSS Brochure