Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) is a voluntary, two-year program that includes job training, career planning, and financial literacy education, such as budgeting, saving, and establishing good credit.
Participants may earn up to $50,000 in an interest-bearing escrow account as they achieve educational and employment-related goals.
When they graduate from FSS, participants may use these funds as they wish.
To graduate, FSS program participants must achieve all of the goals in their career plan, no longer receive government cash assistance, and work at least 32 hours a week.
Bridges to Career Opportunities
The Bridges to Career Opportunities program supports eligible participants enrolled in the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program as they work toward achieving long-term economic independence through education, training, and career advancement.
Depending on funding availability and individual eligibility, participants may receive tuition assistance for approved education and occupational training programs that align with high-demand industries and priority workforce sectors in the San Diego region. Eligible training opportunities may include short-term certificate programs, industry-recognized credentials, and other career-focused educational pathways designed to lead to sustainable employment.
In addition to training opportunities, participants may have access to supportive services that help them successfully achieve their educational and career goals, including:
- Career planning and coaching
- Financial education and budgeting resources
- Job readiness and employment support
- Connections to workforce and community resources
- Other supportive services, based on program eligibility and available funding
The goal of the Bridges to Career Opportunities program is to help participants develop the skills, credentials, and confidence needed to secure meaningful employment, increase earnings, and achieve greater financial self-sufficiency.
Reading for Success
The SDHC Achievement Academy is participating in the national Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, which encourages reading among children in low-income families.
Approximately 1,500 children’s books have been donated to the SDHC Achievement Academy Children’s Library, a lending library for children living in households that receive federal rental assistance or reside in public housing.
In addition, SDHC established a partnership with the San Diego Public Library and created a summer reading program with incentives, provided by the library, for rental assistance and public housing families.
