Empowers individuals to take control of their lives so they may become independent, productive members of their community. FSS provides comprehensive case management, counseling, educational and employment planning, to help income eligible clients to reach their personal and professional goals.

View the Family Self-Sufficiency brochure (PDF).

Families or individuals who are currently receiving a Section 8 rental subsidy from the DuPage Housing Authority must:

• Live in DuPage County 
• Be listed as head of household for purposes of income eligibility or rent

Families who are not receiving a Section 8 rental subsidy must:

• Have at least one child below age 18 living in the household
• Live in DuPage County
• Have a projected yearly income at or below the income guidelines for their family size