Wednesday, Aug 15 2012 3:49PM
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $35 million in grants to public housing authorities, nonprofit organizations and resident associations to help residents find employment and become more independent.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $35 million in grants to public housing authorities, nonprofit organizations and resident associations to help residents find employment and become more independent.
The Resident Opportunities and Self Sufficiency - Service Coordinators Program will assist public housing residents by providing job training, education and program placement within their community, while also helping the disabled and the elderly be more independent. This is believed to help improve income levels nationwide and reduce the need for federal assistance through welfare.
“These service coordinators will help thousands of public housing residents connect to jobs and opportunities that lead to self-sufficiency and improved quality of life,” said HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan.
States to receive grants include California, Colorado, Utah and Washington. HUD says service coordinators in these states will work directly with residents on an individual basis to ensure proper placement and retention.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development