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Family Self-Sufficiency and Homeownership Programs
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Courtesy of the Office of Puna Councilwoman Emily Naeole:

The County of Hawaii – Office of Housing and Community Development will be holding informational meetings for the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program and Homeownership Option Program (HOP).

The FSS program is a voluntary, employment based program which helps Section 8 families obtain the skills they need to achieve financial independence. Support is offered to participating families through local agencies, case management, education, job training, newsletters, workshops, support meetings and other appropriate services.

A key benefit is that an escrow savings account may be established for the family.

The HOP allows first time homeowners to use their Section 8 rental subsidy to meet their monthly homeownership expenses. Participants must meet certain eligibility requirements.


You must call 959-7476 (Glen Shigehara) to reserve a space.
If there is insufficient participation, times may be cancelled or combined.


The meetings are scheduled for:
Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the Pahoa Community Center
Times are 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 1990 Kinoole Street, Ste. 104
Times are 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Monday, October 20, 2008 at 1990 Kinoole Street, Ste. 104
Times are 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.



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On a parallel track Habitat for Humanity has a well developed program of Home Ownership Training. First time homeowners sometimes are unaware and unprepared for the duties and responsibilities of ownership. Education helps.

It would be nice if HfH had more support here and was stronger and better funded.
Assume the best and ask questions.

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