Family Enrichment Center
The Family Enrichment Center Family Development and Self-Sufficiency Program is designed to assist enrolled participants in making the transition from public assistance to self-sufficiency through employment.
Our Mission
To assist families in achieving stability and economic independence by providing family support services, education and training, and opportunities for employment.
What can FEC do for me?
Family Enrichment Center addresses the following issues:
- Housing
- Transportation
- Child Care
- Parenting
- Health
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- Life Skills
- Budgeting
- Nutrition
- Substance Abuse
- Communication
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- Skills
- Career Counseling
- Job Search
- Job Training
- Education
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On-Site Resources:
- Clothing Closet
- Perk Pantry
- Food Pantry
- Laundry Facilities
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- Workshops
- Support Groups
- Youth Programs
- Employment Resources
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Family Enrichment Center FaDSS
- Family Support
- Referral
- Advocacy
- Youth Services
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- Skill Development Workshops
- Support Groups
- Educational Support
- Employment Resources
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Family Enrichment Center FaDSS Participant
- Become self-sufficient
- Overcome everyday obstacles
- Improve current job skills
- Develop short and long term goals
- Enhance quality of life
FaDSS Eligibility
- Polk County Resident
- FIP recipient
- PROMISE JOBS participant
Participation is voluntary
Location & Contact Information
Polk County River Place
2309 Euclid Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 286-3406