Resident Services Programs
Public Housing & Section 8 Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS)
The FSS program is a voluntary work-based program designed to assist families in becoming economically independent and self-sufficient. With the support of various local agencies, FSS combines focused case management, education, job training, and ongoing motivational support to aid the family in making positive changes in their lives.
Families who participate in the FSS Program have the opportunity to earn an escrow account and have assistance with: employment counseling, transportation, education, skills training, homeownership counseling, childcare assistance, financial counseling, credit repair and much more!
This program is available to anyone with a Section 8 voucher through Somerville Housing Authority, or any resident living in Federal Public Housing in Somerville.
If you live in the Mystic View Development and want to learn more, please contact Janine Lotti at 617-625-1152 ext. 325 or janinel@sha-web.org
If you have a Section 8 voucher and want to learn more, please contact Juan Williams at 617-625-1152 ext. 310 or juanw@sha-web.org
Resident Opportunity Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) Program
The Resident Opportunity Self-Sufficiency Program is an opportunity for Federal public housing tenants to identify appropriate resources and receive comprehensive referrals to the numerous community supports available. The experienced ROSS Coordinator will assist you with applications for childcare, benefits, citizenship, and more. The ROSS Coordinator is dedicated to advocating for you to receive the community supports needed to live your best possible life.
This program is available to any resident living in Federal Public Housing in Somerville.
If you live in the Mystic View Development and want to learn more, please contact Suze at 617-625-1152 ext. 356 or suzem@sha-web.org