Increasing Residents’ Income, Assets, and Digital Literacy
SCC’s financial, digital literacy, and economic opportunity programming work to counter years of unjust economic policies by helping people find good jobs, build wealth and find financial stability. Understanding that technology is here to stay, we also offer training in digital literacy and computer basics.
First Source Jobs Program | Asset Building | Digital Literacy
First Source
The First Source Jobs Program helps local job seekers gain the skills they need to establish a career pathway resulting in good jobs, career growth, and economic resiliency, We offer 1:1 career coaching, job readiness training, ESL and computer literacy support, direct connections to employers, postplacement support, and wrap-around services and referrals. We partner with local employers to help them access diverse pipelines of trained professionals, to support inclusive and local hiring practices, and to advocate for quality jobs in the region.
Asset Building
We have an array of financial asset building programs including one-off workshops, and one-on-one job and financial counseling.
Are you seeking expert guidance to navigate your financial journey? Our one-on-one financial counseling service is tailored to you, aiming to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve lasting financial stability. Our dedicated counselors are committed to understanding your unique circumstances, goals, and challenges. They will work closely with you to develop personalized strategies that fit your needs. Whether you’re aiming to reduce debt, build savings, improve credit, or plan for the future, our counselors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Take control of your financial future today by scheduling a confidential and personalized counseling session.
Empower yourself with the guidance and knowledge you deserve. Contact us now to book your one-on-one financial counseling session and embark on a path towards a brighter financial future.
Register for one-on-one financial counseling
Our Financial Literacy classes help people better understand debt, banking, credit, and how to save. Our popular First Time Home Buyer classes help people better understand the often intimidating process of saving for and purchasing a home, as well as how to access programs that can make doing so more accessible.
To buttress our work on affordable housing development, our economic opportunity programming helps people find jobs, save money, decrease debt, build their assets, and even realize the dream of home ownership. The speculative market will continue to drive up housing costs in Somerville and our work helps ensure that those with fewer assets can still live here. Helping residents sustain themselves in Somerville with sufficient incomes and increasing assets is a crucial strategy in our fight for equity.
- To learn more about our classes, asset building services, jobs information, and/or employment counseling, contact Metushael Jacques at mjacques@somervillecdc.org
Digital Literacy
Are you looking to enhance your Digital Literacy skills and confidently navigate online? Our Digital Literacy programming is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today’s digital world.
Whether you’re aiming to improve your digital communication skills, master digital tools and platforms, or harness the power of digital resources, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Empower yourself with the digital skills and confidence you deserve. Take charge of your digital journey and embark on a path toward greater digital competence and confidence.