The average number of low-income people within these service areas is 37,600 . Other figures obtained through a 1998 survey of CAAs. Self-Help Housing pulls families together into groups that work together to build a home for each family in the group. The sweat equity cuts the housing cost almost in half, while the bonds developed between the families can last a lifetime. Little Dixie provides funds and support every step of the way to make sure each family succeeds in getting a safe, decent and affordable home.
Home ownership is a key step towards self-sufficiency.
Clients meet staff from EOC and other public service agencies in one place. The average size of a CAA board is 25 people . The typical size of agency staff is 115 full-time equivalent workers. On average each CAA has 813 people volunteering at the agency each year. Each year, the CAA network recognizes May as National Community Action Month .