Family Self-Sufficiency
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program is a voluntary five-year program that helps families receiving housing assistance work toward greater financial independence. Participants receive individualized support to build financial skills, pursue employment and education goals, increase income, improve credit, and build savings.
Whether your goal is to advance your career, earn your GED, pursue a college degree, or trade certification, improve your credit, or work toward homeownership, the FSS Program can help you create a plan and connect you with resources along the way. Eligible participants may also have the opportunity to build savings through an FSS escrow account as their earned income increases.
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How it works
FSS participants work with a Coordinator to set goals and access resources for employment, education, and financial growth. A major benefit is the Escrow Account: as your earned income increases, a portion is deposited into a savings account managed by HATC. Escrow funds can only be accessed upon successful completion of the program and achievement of your goals.
Eligibility
To join the FSS Program, you must:
- Be a current HATC resident in good standing (HCV, PBRA, FUP, FUPY, VASH, or EHV)
- Be motivated to achieve self-sufficiency
- Commit to working on goals like employment, education, and budgeting
Benefits
There are many benefits to participating in the FSS program. From financial education to career development, HATC works to make sure you're on the best track to achieving self-sufficiency.
Personalized Support
Financial Education
Career Development
Escrow Savings
