We all need to stay attentive to new and updated information and data as it emerges.
HUD's new Worst Case Housing Needs Report is a key source of information about worsening housing needs in our communities, which could be creating increasing challenges for our shared progress toward ending homelessness.
New Housing First Assessment Tool Helps Projects Align to Best Practices
HUD's new Assessment Tool assists Continuums of Care and housing and service providers in documenting how closely their projects align to the Housing First model.
The tool can also help track progress on implementing Housing First over time, and is a great way to initiate Housing First conversations among project staff.
HHS Releases Self-Assessment Tool for Early Childhood Programs Serving Families Experiencing Homelessness
Early care and education providers play a critical role in identifying and supporting families with young children who are experiencing homelessness and connecting those families to other resources within their community.
This Self-Assessment Tool is designed for child care, Head Start and Early Head Start, and public pre-k programs as a guide for welcoming and supporting families and children experiencing homelessness.