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Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS)

The FSS Program encourages communities to develop local strategies to help voucher families obtain employment that will lead to economic independence and self-sufficiency. Public housing agencies (PHAs) work with welfare agencies, schools, businesses, and other local partners to develop a comprehensive program that gives participating FSS family members the skills and experience to enable them to obtain and maintain employment that pays a living wage.

FSS program services may include, but are not limited to:

  • Child Care
  • Transportation
  • Education
  • Job Training & Employment Counseling
  • Substance/Alcohol Abuse Treatment

In order to participate, DHA and the head of each participating family will execute an FSS Contract of Participation that specifies the rights and responsibilities of both parties. The 5-year FSS contract specifies goals and services for each family. Family members must fulfill all requirements in order to obtain full benefits.


New FSS Program Flyer, all information as listed below.

FSS Program
Family Self-Sufficiency

FSS is a program established for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher families to get support in achieving their economic goals.

Want Opportunities?

  • Building a Savings Account
  • Continuing Education
  • Homeownership
  • Childcare
  • Transportation

Through this program, you can build a savings account just by being employed and paying rent! Experience service coordination, case management, and support through services like those above!

Contact Us:

Public Housing
Kokeema Walters
kmclean@dha-nc.org
919-886-2966

Housing Choice Voucher
Jemanda Clay
jclay@dha-nc.org
919-625-4812

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