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The Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) program was created in the 1980s as a way for people who receive public housing or Section 8 to eliminate or reduce dependence on government subsidies and save money by increasing earned income. This earned income progression results in tenant rent increases which results in contributions to an escrow or savings account. Upon graduation, the money in your escrow account can be used to put toward the purchase of a home, start a business, further your education or save for your children’s education. The program combines stable and affordable housing along with staff support to help you get what you need to reach your goals. To qualify, you must be a current participant of the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC), willing to commit to long term education and employment goals (up to 5 years) and agree to work closely with your FSS Coordinator.
You must be a public housing or voucher participant to be eligible
Eligibility Criteria
- Head of Household must be willing to commit to seeking and maintaining suitable employment.
- Must be motivated and able to commit to setting and working toward accomplishing goals, which will increase your skills, education, and employment status.
- Must commit to actively participating in the development of an Individual Training and Services Plan (ITSP), and completing the activities within the dates listed in the ITSP.
- Must commit to attending FSS Interim and Annual Review appointments as scheduled.
- Must commit to promptly completing and submitting Quarterly Progress Reports, communicating regularly with the FSS Coordinator, and sharing updates on the progress you are making towards your goals.
- Must become independent of TANF cash assistance and remain independent of cash assistance for at least 12 consecutive months before the FSS Contract expires.
- Must adhere to the requirements of your lease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Enrollment Forms
Completing the Application and Self-Assessment are the first step of enrolling in FSS. After the document is received by the FSS Coordinator, the resident will be contacted for a FSS intake appointment to sign the Contract of Participation.
Email the forms to:
Mail the forms to:
Housing Authority of Clackamas County
PO Box 1510
Oregon City, OR 97045
