Greenville Housing Authority

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Heading: Housing Assistance Programs Offered by TGHA - TGHA offers various housing assistance programs, catering to families, elderly individuals, and disabled individuals. - The programs include: Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, Low Income Housing, Tax Credits, and Homeownership. Heading: The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program - The FSS Program is a part of the Housing Choice Voucher Program, specifically designed to support HCV participants in achieving economic and social independence. - It comprises of supportive services and financial incentives. Heading: Voluntary Participation in TGHA FSS Program - TGHA does not enforce any mandatory FSS Program slots, making participation entirely voluntary. Heading: Objectives and Purpose of TGHA FSS Program - The TGHA FSS Program aims to establish local strategies that coordinate HCV Housing Assistance with both public and private resources. - Its goal is to assist families eligible for assistance to attain economic independence and self-sufficiency. Heading: Reducing Dependency and Skills Development - The FSS Program is intended to reduce the dependency of low-income families on welfare and Housing Assistance. - It provides families with opportunities for education, job training, counseling, and other social service assistance, while they receive HCV Housing Assistance. - The focus is on equipping families with the necessary skills for self-sufficiency in areas such as education, employment, business, and social skills. Heading: Contract of Participation (COP) and Employment Requirements - Families willing to participate in the FSS Program must sign a Contract of Participation (COP) with TGHA. - The COP outlines the individual training and services plan, including specific interim and final goals. - The head of the FSS family is required to actively seek suitable employment during the contract term, which involves applying for jobs and attending interviews. - TGHA determines whether employment is suitable based on factors such as skills, education, job training, and current job opportunities. Heading: FSS Escrow Account and Escrow Contributions - HUD regulations establish an FSS escrow account for eligible families. - Escrow contributions are made when there is an increase in earned income. - The establishment of the escrow account occurs during re-certification, as per the interim re-certification requirements outlined in the Administrative Plan. - Monthly escrow contributions are credited to individual accounts, and an annual account balance statement is issued after TGHA's fiscal year. - The account accrues interest based on the actual amount paid by the financial institution where the funds are deposited.