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Family Self-Sufficiency
Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program helps families achieve their goals, build savings, and create a stronger financial future. Through person-centered coaching and connections to community resources, participants receive support as they work toward greater independence and self-sufficiency.
How the FSS Program Can Help
When you join FSS, you'll work one-on-one with an FSS Coordinator who will help you create and achieve personal, educational, employment, and financial goals.
Your coordinator can connect you to resources such as:
- Job training and career development
- Financial education and budgeting support
- Homeownership preparation
- Childcare and family resources
- GED, ESL, and other educational programs
- Community services and support programs
Build Savings While You Grow
One of the unique benefits of FSS is the FSS Escrow Account.
As your earned income increases, a portion of the increase in your rent may be deposited into a special escrow savings account on your behalf.
When you successfully complete the FSS Program, you may receive the full balance of your escrow account, including earned interest.
Many participants use their escrow savings to:
- Pay down debt
- Build emergency savings
- Cover education or training expenses
- Purchase a vehicle
- Save for homeownership
- Reach other financial goals
Interested in Participating?
Contact an FSS Coordinator to learn more about eligibility and program requirements:
Sujata Aryal
saryal@norwalkha.org
(203) 354-1839
saryal@norwalkha.org
(203) 354-1839
Stan Makarewicz
smakarewicz@norwalkha.org
(203) 354-1841
smakarewicz@norwalkha.org
(203) 354-1841