Needs for Low SES students by Jake Greene

What does it mean to have a low SES?

jsgreene99 — 2024-04-22 21:54:17 UTC

SES stands for Socioeconomic status. This is normally categorized into high, medium, and low socioeconomic status. People with low socioeconomic status typically have less access to resources of all kinds. In particular, people with low SES will have more difficulty accessing educational, financial, social, and health resources than other people.

Resources for Students with Low SES

jsgreene99 — 2024-04-22 22:27:15 UTC

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Cash-Assistance.aspx

This resource is for cash assistance concerning individuals with low socioeconomic status. This program provides money for pregnant women, dependent children, and any parents or relatives that live with them. COMPASS allows you to apply or renew these benefits online

jsgreene99 — 2024-04-22 22:31:02 UTC

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Medical-Assistance.aspx

This resource is a great starting point for families with low SES in regards to healthcare. Both physical and mental health options are available, as well as options for help with families or family members in abusive situations.

jsgreene99 — 2024-04-22 22:34:23 UTC

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Housing.aspx

This resource concerns housing, and provides basic instructions on implementing the services that the Department of Human Services in the State of Pennsylvania have to offer.

jsgreene99 — 2024-04-22 22:38:15 UTC

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/ET.aspx

This resource is designed to help any adults in families with SES develop a career path and a means of employment. There are a variety of resources to choose from in this document, and each are designed to provide a starting point in finding jobs and careers that will help with issues related to income.