When a prospective offer of placement, in accordance with JCHA preferences and selection criteria, will be made to an applicant family in the relatively near future, they will be scheduled for an interview to verify eligibility. If the applicant family meets eligibility standards, the JCHA ascertains qualifying preference.  If the applicant family qualifies with a preference, the JCHA will conduct appropriate background checks to determine if the applicant will make a suitable resident. Once an applicant family meets the passes the JCHA's eligibility and suitability criteria, and "qualifies with a preference", a meeting will be scheduled with the Site Manager and (when available) members of an Applicant Screening Committee. The primary function of JCHA Applicant Screening is to ensure that no applicant is determined to be eligible who will be a threat to or jeopardize the health, safety or welfare or right to peaceful enjoyment of the premises of current JCHA residents.  Applicants will also be informed of our expectations of a JCHA resident as well as services and programs offered through the JCHA. While awaiting an offer of a unit, approved applications are filed by bedroom size required, and in accordance with JCHA applicant selection criteria, including local preferences and application dates.