Here the county built a TB Sanitarium out in the country for fresh air.
I had a Great Uncle who was in the CCC. The pay was very small, but since the gov't provided food, shelter and clothing you could have most of whatever you were paid sent home to help your family. Sending money home was important for the young CCC men, it meant it was about more than just them, they had a sense of purpose, they were helping support Mom, Dad and younger siblings.
I think a new CCC would be great for reforestation in re. combating climate change.