If a recipient or subrecipient is a victim service provider, it is prohibited from entering client-level data into an HMIS and must instead enter data into a comparable database. Legal service providers, who can document that entering client-level data would violate client-attorney privilege, may be permitted to use a comparable database. CoC and ESG funds may be used to establish and operate a comparable database that collects client-level data over time and generates unduplicated aggregate reports based on that data. It is up to the CoC to work with the HMIS Lead to determine if a system is a comparable database and meets all HUD system requirements. More information regarding comparable databases for victim service providers can be found at the Domestic Violence Housing Technical Assistance Consortium’s website.
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Eligible Activities:
Eligible Activities:
Environmental
Financial Management:
Grant Administration:
Homeless Eligibility:
Leasing and
Match:
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Rent Calculation:
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