Program Services and Activities

PACO provides a comprehensive network of services to Jersey City residents. These services are as follows:

• Social Services
  PACO continues to provide a wide range of multi-services to the city's Hispanic community. PACO was the first Hispanic community based agency certified by HUD to provide comprehensive home ownership counseling. PACO works to promote education through ESL (English as a Second Language) programs. AIDS prevention programs are supported. The organization also provides tax assistance services.

  PACO also helps the residents of neighborhoods targeted for redevelopment.

• Youth Services
  PACO operates youth programs that provide counseling in the areas of drug and HIV prevention. The center offers breakfast and summer lunch programs.

• Employment Training/Job Referral Service
  The agency provides orientation and employment training. This includes guest speakers and workshops which highlight job opportunities and career preparation skills. Job developers work toward establishing contacts with employers.

• Senior Citizens
  PACO provides comprehensive services to Hispanic senior citizens in the areas of housing, transportation, nutrition, recreation, education, as well as assistance with pharmaceutical and social security benefits.

• Housing and Community Development
  PACO has an important role in the revitalization of Jersey City.

  PACO's built and manages two low/moderate income housing development projects: Villa Borinquen (242 units) and Paulus Hook Towers (308 units).

• Housing Related Programs
  PACO administers a Weatherization Assistance Program for low/moderate income tenants and homeowners. These service furnish installment of windows, insulation replacement, and furnace repair.