Learning to balance work, home life, financial and housing issues is a challenge for many of us. It’s even more of a struggle for disadvantaged and underserved populations. Through vocational and career training, housing resources, counseling and self-sufficiency programs, Family Centers helps low-income people and those with long-term mental illness realize their dreams of living independently.
HOPE VI Community Supportive Services Program
HOPE VI assists low-income families living in Stamford Public Housing achieve greater self-sufficiency through counseling, vocational training and case management services.
Housing Resource Program
The Housing Resource Program locates safe and affordable housing throughout Fairfield County for clients living with long-term mental illness. Counseling and support services are also offered.
New Neighborhoods Partnership
Family Centers and New Neighborhoods Inc. (NNI) have recently entered into a partnership that will place a Family Centers social worker in a NNI building to provide supportive services. The social worker completes in-depth analyses of current issues and opportunities for all residents, and formalizes collaborative relationships with key community agencies on planning and obtaining resources for targeted programs and projects.
Latino Outreach Services
Family Centers' Latino Outreach services helps Spanish-speaking families adjust to their new lives in the community, workplace and classroom through support, counseling and referral services. Support groups are also offered on issues that affect Latino families.
Reaching Independence Through Employment (RITE)
RITE helps low-income individuals and families attain a greater sense of self-sufficiency through counseling, goal planning, job-skills training, life skills and family support. Services are offered in Stamford and Greenwich.
Young Parents Program (YPP)
YPP supports pregnant teens and young mothers as they transition into their roles as parents. In addition to providing prenatal/parenting education and support, YPP clinicians help young parents further their educational and vocation goals.
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