Family Self-Sufficiency

The Family Self-Sufficiency Program is an employment-focused program.

While in the FSS program, you will work closely with an FSS Coordinator to assess your strengths and barriers and establish goals that support you toward economic/financial self-sufficiency.

One of the greatest benefits of the FSS Program is an escrow savings account. As your income increases from work earnings, a portion of your rent will go into an interest-earning escrow savings account. When you accomplish your goals within the period of your FSS agreement, you will graduate and receive the money in your escrow savings account with earned interest!

Family Self-Sufficiency Workshops & Events

The FSS Program partners with local agencies and service providers to help you with: 

• Job training  
• Job readiness (e.g. resume development, skills-building workshops)
• Financial literacy, money management & budgeting
• Homeownership Preparedness
• English as a Second Language 
• GED Classes and Other Education Programs 

Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program Fact Sheet

For more information or to apply, please contact:

• Conzuelo Salas, Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator (Section 8) 203-515-3986 
  
  
• Kelly Nagle, Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator (Public Housing) 203-354-1841