Family Self-Sufficiency Program

Our goal is to give residents every opportunity to become self-sufficient. That means getting/finishing a high school or college degree, getting a job or improving their job situation. We believe that we can provide an incentive for our residents that will motivate them to fulfill their dreams and goals and at the same time provide a real benefit to them.

We have residents who are determined, sign a Family Self-Sufficiency Contract of Participation. This contract outlines their obligations, goals, methods and our responsibilities as well. Click the link to download the full Contract.

FSS Contract of Participation.doc

Eufaula Housing Authority – Addendum to the FSS Contract
Escrow Account – Rules of Participation

• Escrow accounts are based on a point system, 1 point = $1.00
• Escrow funds are only available to families who have signed a Contract of Participation
• Maximum points earned during the length of the contract – 2,000
• Points will be accrued on a monthly basis

Note: All points listed below can be gained each month except those with *, which are a one-time award.

Housing
Pay rent on time..............................................................................................................5
Pay utilities on time..........................................................................................................5
Pass EHA inspections....................................................................................................10
Attend monthly meeting with Coordinator........................................................................5

Education
Child involved in EHA approved after-school/tutorial program
(must attend at least 75% of time)................................................................................5
Obtain GED................................................................................................................*50
Enroll in college & complete semester............................................................................25
Earn one point for each credit hour taken.........................................................................1
Pass the college class.....................................................................................................10
Pass the college class with “A” or “B” average................................................................20
Earn Associates Degree..............................................................................................*100
Earn BA, BS or equivalent..........................................................................................*250

Employment
Complete/update resume..................................................................................................5
Interview for a job..........................................................................................................10
Get a job (up to 20 pts, Coordinator’s discretion)........................................................20
Earn five points for each consecutive month worked – same job........................................5

Community Involvement
Volunteer – 1 point for each hour volunteered...................................................................1
Attend Resident Council meetings.....................................................................................5
Attend school related meetings..........................................................................................5
Attend EHA sponsored self-sufficiency classes................................................................10
Attend EHA sponsored Homeownership seminar............................................................20

Health
Immunizations for child/year..............................................................................................2
Immunizations for child – completed................................................................................10
Annual check-up/physical.................................................................................................5
Dental check-up (general cleanings)..................................................................................2

Financial
Open a bank account......................................................................................................10
Improves credit score (each 50 points)..............................................................................5

Bonus
Become a homeowner................................................................................................2,000

Deductions
Lease violations................................................................................................................?
Other issues at Coordinator’s discretion............................................................................?