HMIS Dual Enrollment and HIC Duplicate Inventory Training Resource Now AvailableThis message announces the addition of a new training resource document to the HMIS Guides and Tools page on the HUD Exchange.HMIS Dual Enrollment and HIC Duplicate Inventory Training ResourceIn April of 2021, HUD released the FY 2022 Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Data Standards to HMIS vendors, HMIS Leads, and Continuum of Care (CoC) leadership. Included in these standards was an addition in element 4.20 “Coordinated Entry Event” for Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) referrals to track a CoC’s referrals to EHV through the Coordinated Entry System. This training resource covers guidance related to this additional EHV tracking in HMIS.View the New ResourceSNAPS Mailing List SubscriptionStay up to date on HUD’s Special Needs Assistance…

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – March 8, 2022The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.Upcoming WebinarsChild Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit – March 9, 2022 – 2:00 PM ESTWith just over one month left until the tax filing deadline of April 18, 2022, join HUD, Treasury, and the White House for a…

Emergency Housing Vouchers: A How-To Guide for Public Housing Agencies Now AvailableA new resource, Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV): A How-To Guide for Public Housing Agencies, is now available on the HUD Exchange. The purpose of this guide is to:Provide an overview of EHV operating requirementsOutline considerations for Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) in the design of their EHV programsHighlight best practices in program implementationThis guide is a helpful resource for PHAs, Continuum of Care (CoCs), and Victim Services Providers (VSPs) to understand key components of the EHV program including:Partnerships and referral processesUse of service feesHousing search requirementsApplication of EHV waivers and alternative requirementsView the GuideVisit the Disease Risks and Homelessness page on the HUD Exchange for a full list of resources related to…

Reminder: Register Today: DRGR Public Action Plan Webinar – March 3, 2022 – 2:00 PM ESTThis webinar will focus on the Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting System (DRGR) Public Action Plan, how grantees must use and submit the Public Action Plan, and the difference between the DRGR Action Plan and the Public Action Plan. Register today!Training ObjectivesParticipants will learn about:The Public Action PlanThe applicability of the Public Action PlanThe differences between the Public Action Plan and DRGR Action PlanProcesses for creating and submitting the Public Action Plan in DRGRHow to amend Public Action Plans in DRGRWho Should Attend?This upcoming webinar is for 2020 Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grantees.Schedule and Registration Webinar TitleDate and TimeRegistrationDRGR Public Action Plan WebinarMarch 3, 20222:00…

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – March 1, 2022The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.New ResourcesESG-CV State Recipients Office Hours – January 20, 2022Maximizing Federal Resources to House AmericaProgram Transfer Considerations for Households in ESG-CV Rapid Re-Housing ProgramsQualitative Data 101Join Friday's Office HoursDate and Time: March 4, 2022, at 2:30 PM ESTOn February 25,…

Citizen Participation & Equitable Engagement Toolkit Now Available for CDBG-DR GranteesThe Citizen Participation & Equitable Engagement (CPEE) Toolkit, a new resource to aid Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grantees in centering equity in disaster recovery programs, is now available. The primary objective of this new resource is to provide grantees with tools and strategies to assist residents—especially low- and moderate-income (LMI) persons, vulnerable populations, protected classes under fair housing and civil rights laws, and underserved communities impacted by a disaster—to actively participate in the planning, implementation, and assessment of CDBG-DR programs and projects.The new toolkit includes:A narrative guide to enhance citizen participation and equitable engagement over six broad stepsVideo tutorials, printable tools, and community examples to help…

ESG-CV Activities Webinar: Community Spotlights – Thursday, March 3, 2022 – 1:30 PM ESTThis information was originally distributed via HUD.gov. HUD Exchange is redistributing the information for awareness.HUD's Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) is hosting a Community Spotlight webinar on Thursday, March 3, 2022, from 1:30 – 3:00 PM EST. The webinar will provide an opportunity for communities to share effective strategies they have used for preventing, preparing for, and responding to COVID-19 among people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.Presentations will focus on common program-level challenges including staffing shortages, housing stock, and non-congregate sheltering. Presenters will reflect on their best practices and lessons learned to encourage the continued use of Emergency Solutions Grants – CARES Act (ESG-CV) funding…

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – February 22, 2022The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.New ResourcesLeveraging ESG-CV Landlord Financial Incentives to Expedite EngagementUpdated: Make the Most of Federal Resources to Stop Increases in HomelessnessUpcoming Office HoursDate and Time: March 4, 2022, at 2:30 PM ESTPlease note: There will be no Office Hours held on Friday,…

FY 2021 System Performance Measures Data Submission: Reminder – 4 Calendar Days Left!The CoC Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 System Performance Measures (SPM) submissions are due on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 8:00 PM EST.Meeting the data submission deadline for the SPM report is a factor considered in the annual CoC Program Competition. CoCs are encouraged to evaluate the amount of time it may take to compile and to enter the information needed to meet the reporting requirements. It is not anticipated that extensions will be granted for the data submission deadlines.Throughout the submission period:CoCs are encouraged to work with CoC Program recipients and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Leads to prepare for annual reporting requirementsHMIS Leads are encouraged to work with their vendors…

Reminder: Register Today: DRGR Public Action Plan Webinar – March 3, 2022 – 2:00 PM ESTThis webinar will focus on the Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting System (DRGR) Public Action Plan, how grantees must use and submit the Public Action Plan, and the difference between the DRGR Action Plan and the Public Action Plan. Register today!Training ObjectivesParticipants will learn about:The Public Action PlanThe applicability of the Public Action PlanThe differences between the Public Action Plan and DRGR Action PlanProcesses for creating and submitting the Public Action Plan in DRGRHow to amend Public Action Plans in DRGRWho Should Attend?This upcoming webinar is for 2020 Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grantees.Schedule and Registration Webinar TitleDate and TimeRegistrationDRGR Public Action Plan WebinarMarch 3, 20222:00…