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The Section 8 Housing Program under the Public Housing Agency is funded by the federal government and provides low income families, persons with disabilities or elderly citizens with financial assistance in the form of housing vouchers. The program is focused on helping these categori es of citizens find affordable, yet decent places to live by paying a share of the rent to help them.

The application process, however, is not simple in that there is a long waiting list for applicants and waiting times can reach even several years. Because of that, the voucher simply cannot be seen as an instant solution. For instance, sometimes, one family’s circumstances can change greatly with time so when they reach the top of the list, they can be found to be ineligible. If a family is chosen, the Housing Choice Voucher progr am gives them the liberty to find a home they like in a safe area but which will comply with sanitary and health requirements. The PHA will inspect the rental unit, and if it approves, the family can move in.

The Section 8 Housing Program under the Public Housing Agency is funded by the federal government and provides low income families, persons with disabilities or elderly citizens with financial assistance in the form of housing vouchers. The program is focused on helping these categori es of citizens find affordable, yet decent places to live by paying a share of the rent to help them.

The application process, however, is not simple in that there is a long waiting list for applicants and waiting times can reach even several years. Because of that, the voucher simply cannot be seen as an instant solution. For instance, sometimes, one family’s circumstances can change greatly with time so when they reach the top of the list, they can be found to be ineligible. If a family is chosen, the Housing Choice Voucher progr am gives them the liberty to find a home they like in a safe area but which will comply with sanitary and health requirements. The PHA will inspect the rental unit, and if it approves, the family can move in.