Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) is a HUD-funded program designed to assist individuals and families to obtain employment. The FSS participants will work toward reducing dependence on welfare programs and improving their financial stability. The Housing Authority works with social service agencies, non-profits, schools, businesses, and other community partners to develop comprehensive strategies that help participants learn the skills and gain the experience to enable them to obtain suitable employment.

Financial Incentive:

The FSS program has a financial incentive component. An escrow account is established by the Housing Authority for each participating individual or family. When the participant’s portion of his/her rent is increased due to an increase in earned income, the escrow account is credited during the term of the FSS contract. If the participant completes the contract within a five-year period by being suitably employed and is no longer receiving welfare assistance, the amount in the escrow account is paid to the successful graduate.