The San Diego Union-Tribune
The goal of guaranteed income programs is bolstering poor families by giving them money to use at their discretion, whether on food, rent or medical expenses — or possibly child care that will allow a parent to either begin working full-time or take a higher-paying job. The money can also help cover living expenses while someone completes higher education or professional training, such as a two-year nursing degree or a real estate license. “There’s a lot happening, and it seems like there’s more to come,” said Chris Olsen, chief of staff at Jewish Family Service, which has a hand in all three local programs.