Family Development & Self-Sufficiency

What We Do

FaDSS Eligibility

There are two ways to qualify:

  • Currently receive FIP (Family Investment Program) or Tribal TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
  • Household Income is below 175% of the Federal Poverty Level at the time of enrollment

Priority is given to families on FIP.

All other families will be enrolled if space is available, or placed on our non-priority wait list if no openings are available.

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What is FaDSS?

Our Family Development and Self-Sufficiency Program (FaDSS) is a home visitation program for low income families looking for assistance in reaching their goals. FaDSS families participate voluntarily in free services in partnership with their Family Development Specialist who works with the whole family to address their basic needs, improve child well-being, and develop career opportunities that, in turn, improve lives, families, and communities. We work with community partners to help those in the program gain access to needed services.

Examples of family goals we can assist with:

  • Continuing Education: Equivalency Diploma, Work Certifications, College
  • Improving Job Opportunities: Resume Writing, Interview Skills, Completing Applications
  • Building Parenting Skills: Classes, Finding Child Care, Nutrition Education

For more information on the FaDSS Program, please call Jessi at 712-274-1610 ext. 246.

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