The objective of the CSBG/STARS Self-Sufficiency Program is to assist low-income, unemployed or under-employed individuals achieve financial stability thus enabling them to become Self-sufficient. An array of services are offered to strengthen the family financial being. The basic purpose is to stimulate a better focus of all available local, state, private, and federal resources toward the goal of enabling low income families and individuals to attain the skills, knowledge, and motivations to secure the opportunities needed to become fully Self-sufficient.
The Objective of the CSBG/STARS Self-Sufficiency Program is to assist low-income, unemployed or under-employed individuals locate employment that will increase their incomes above the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines and move them toward Self-Sufficiency. Case Managers are assigned to program participants and provide an array of services aimed at eliminating barriers and enhancing the family's ability to attain Self-Sufficiency.
Program Components
Include:
Educational Assistance (tuition and/or books)
Certifications, licenses, curriculum and/or continuing education courses in fields that could lead to employment.
Job training, job search assistance, resume writing, interviewing techniques, job placement and work supports such as uniforms, steel toe boots, safety glasses and tools, for example.
Short-term training - includes classes or programs that take anywhere between one day and two years to complete. It can help you qualify for a job, get a promotion or earn more money. Short-term training programs change often, as employers look for new skills and credentials. What's your interest? Tell us what you would like to do....
We Can Help You "Do Something Great"
SECTION 8 HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHERS
Waiting List - CLOSED to the general public
MAINSTREAM VOUCHERS - waiting list open to household that include a disabled household member who is
18 -61years old
FOSTER YOUTH VOUCHERS - waiting list open to Foster Youth 18-22 who have aged-out or soon to age-out of Foster Care and have no housing options - requires a referral from DSS
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Assisting very low-income families, the elderly and the disabled to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing in the private market.
The family is responsible for finding a suitable housing unit, of their choice, where the owner agrees to rent under the program. A housing subsidy is paid directly to the landlord, on behalf of the participating family.
If you own rental property, contact us about renting through the Section 8 Program. Rent subsidy is paid by the 5th of each and every month.
MAINSTREAM and FOSTER YOUTH VOUCHERS
Increase your Income, Financial Incentive, Access to Resources, Start a Business, Purchase a Home of your Own....
Affordable Housing for Seniors
Affordable and convenient housing for seniors 62 and older
Located in Carthage, NC
Housing Repair Services
Provided in cooperation with
The NC Housing Finance Agency
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Rental Units
Other Restrictions Apply
Emergency home repairs and modifications for low-income homeowners with special needs.
Only repairs that address imminent threats to the life and safety of the occupants of the home or accessibility modifications will be performed.
Contractors will perform urgently needed repairs for issues that pose a threat to life or safety. Up to $12,000.00 in assistance. The amount of funding may not address all of the safety issues within a home.
Want advice on buying a home, renting or credit issues, our HUD certified housing counselors can help.....
FREE Homebuyer Education Workshops Available...
Contact Prudence McCollum, for scheduled dates and times
(910) 947-5675 ext. 109
Online Homebuyer Education is available, for the low price of $99. Work through the modules at your own pace, because they are available 24/7. A certificate of completion is available afterward along with follow-up with a HUD certified Housing Counselor.
