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Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency Program (ROSS)

The Resident Opportunity & Self-Sufficiency Service Coordinator (ROSS-SC) grant program is designed to break down the barriers that hinder progress toward economic and housing self-sufficiency among the residents of Public Housing.

Self-sufficiency, as defined by the program, signifies a household’s ability to maintain stability in their finances, housing situation, and personal and family life. Achieving this self-sufficiency involves residents making strides toward economic independence, educational growth, professional development, and improved health and mental well-being. Within the ROSS program, self-sufficiency takes shape as the residents’ capacity to progress along a continuum through training and supportive services. For elderly and disabled residents, self-sufficiency equates to accessing the supportive services that enable them to age in place or maintain their independence for as long as possible.

To facilitate this journey towards self-sufficiency, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides ROSS-SC grant funding to eligible applicants. These funds enable the hiring of a Service Coordinator who plays a pivotal role in assessing the unique needs of Public and Indian housing residents. The Service Coordinator then connects residents to essential training and supportive services, laying the foundation for them to move along the self-sufficiency continuum. In cases involving elderly and disabled residents, the Service Coordinator ensures that they are linked to the support services necessary to age gracefully or remain independent.

The ROSS-SC program is place-based and focused on the entire resident community within the designated projects. It tackles the areas of need at both the community and individual levels. In this collaborative effort, the ROSS-SC collaborates with residents, Public Housing Authority (PHA) staff, local partners, and other stakeholders. Together, they develop local strategies to address the specific needs of the residents, removing barriers that hinder their journey toward achieving economic and housing self-sufficiency.

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