People experiencing homelessness often have a higher risk for exposure to communicable diseases and have little access to health care systems and treatment in their communities.
The recent 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. HUD strongly encourages CoCs to contact their local public health departments, Healthcare for the Homeless agencies, and other local health partners to ensure the unique needs and opportunities related to the homeless service system are incorporated in plans to prevent and respond to infectious diseases like COVID-19.
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CDC: Resources to Support People Experiencing Homelessness The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released a set of resources targeted to homeless shelters and providers including cleaning and disinfecting guidelines, how to screen clients, and guidance for reopening.
Disaster Response Rehousing: A Resource Navigator This resource navigator helps communities develop and implement rehousing strategies in their homeless response systems and provides best practices and community examples for various topics such as equity and grants management.
Infectious Disease Toolkit for CoCs This toolkit provides structure and specific examples for planning and responding to influenza, coronavirus, and other infectious diseases. The toolkit consists of three documents that provide information for CoC leadership, homeless service providers, and partners to utilize when planning for and responding to infectious diseases.
COVID-19: Systemwide Protocol for People Experiencing Homelessness - State of California Example These resources provide the State of California's recommended protocol and approaches for COVID-19 response for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Select “Search All Resources by Date” to see the full list of SNAPS COVID-19 resources, organized by date published. Select the other categories throughout the page to view resources by topic area.
All COVID-19 Resources
| Resource | Author | Category | Date Published |
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Vaccine Planning and Distribution – Includes a variety of resources on the following topics:
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HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | Updated July 30, 2021 |
| ESG-CV Notice CPD-21-08 Summary | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | July 29, 2021 |
| HOME-ARP and Project Homekey Overview Webinar Materials | HUD | Permanent Housing | July 22, 2021 |
| EHVs and Coordinated Entry Reporting | HUD | Emergency Housing Vouchers | Data Management | July 22, 2021 |
| Notice CPD-21-08: Waivers and Alternative Requirements for the ESG Program Under the CARES Act | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | ESG-CV Grant Management | July 19, 2021 |
| ESG-CV Prevent, Prepare, and Respond Tieback Flexibilities Quick Guide | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | July 19, 2021 |
| Project Funding and Structure Brief: Master Leasing | HUD | Permanent Housing | Consolidated Investment Planning | July 15, 2021 |
| Long-Term Financing of Permanent Supportive Housing Projects | HUD | Permanent Housing | July 15, 2021 |
| EHVs in HMIS | HUD | Emergency Housing Vouchers | Data Management | July 13, 2021 |
| Shared Housing | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | July 9, 2021 |
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Emergency Housing Vouchers Funding Briefs – Includes: |
HUD | Emergency Housing Vouchers | ESG-CV Grant Management | Consolidated Investment Planning | July 1, 2021 |
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Emergency Housing Vouchers Webinar Summaries – Includes: |
HUD | Emergency Housing Vouchers | July 1, 2021 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of Additional Waivers for CPD Grant Programs to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 and Mitigate Economic Impacts Caused by COVID-19 (Issued June 30, 2021) | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | July 1, 2021 |
| ESG-CV Advancing Strategies | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | Updated June 28, 2021 |
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COVID-19 HMIS Resources – Includes:
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HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | Updated May 28, 2021 |
| Notice PIH 2021-15 (HA): EHVs – Operating Requirements | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | May 5, 2021 |
| Notice CPD-21-05: Waiver and Alternative Requirements for the ESG Program Under the CARES Act | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | ESG-CV Grant Management | April 14, 2021 |
| Rehousing and Coordinated Investment Planning Tool Includes an accompany demonstration video that provides an overview of how to use the tool. |
HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | Rehousing Strategy | Permanent Housing | Updated April 9, 2021 |
| HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | April 1, 2021 | |
| ESG-CV Reporting Guidance - Includes: | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | Updated March 11, 2021 |
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Homeless Prevention Resources – Includes: |
HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Updated March 1, 2021 |
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Landlord Engagement – Includes:
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HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Updated February 23, 2021 |
| HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | February 17, 2021 | |
| HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | Permanent Housing | February 17, 2021 | |
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COVID-19 Flexible Subsidy Pool Fundamentals: Essentials and How to Get Started |
HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | Permanent Housing | February 9, 2021 |
| HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | Permanent Housing | February 9, 2021 | |
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Winter Planning Resources – Includes: Winter Planning Guide Supporting Resources
COVID-19 Informational Flyers
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HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | Updated February 1, 2021 |
| HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | January 15, 2021 | |
| HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: January 11, 2021 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 | |
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Lessons Learned from Outreach Workers – Includes:
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HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | January 8, 2021 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of Waivers for the Biennial Point-in-Time Count of Unsheltered Homelessness | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | January 7, 2021 |
| Special Population Rehousing Strategy: People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | January 4, 2021 |
| Housing Surges: Special Considerations for Targeting People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | January 4, 2021 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of Additional Waivers for CPD Grant Programs to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 and Mitigate Economic Impacts Caused by COVID-19 (Issued December 30, 2020) | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | December 30, 2020 |
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Rehousing Activation and Racial Equity – Includes: |
HUD | Rehousing Strategy | Updated December 28, 2020 |
| Victim Service Provider - Comparable Database ESG-CV Project Set-Up Tips | Spanish Version | HUD | Data Management | English Version: December 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Grants Management Support - Staffing Options for ESG-CV Administration | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: December 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 19, 2021 |
| Grants Management - Procurement Strategies for ESG-CV | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: December 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Serving Survivors through Coordinated Entry | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Client Support and Care | November 13, 2020 |
| Staff Capacity: Considerations for Scaling Up | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: November 13, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 7, 2021 |
| Holistic Investment Planning for State ESG Entitlements and Balance of State CoCs | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | November 11, 2020 |
| 5 Tips to Approaching Rehousing with Racial Equity | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | October 29, 2020 |
| Comparable Database Vendor Checklist | Spanish Version | HUD | Data Management | English Version: October 29, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Eligible ESG Program Costs for Infectious Disease Preparedness | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | English Version: Updated February 17, 2021 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021 |
| Partnering with Local Public Housing Authorities | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: October 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| Summary of ESG Program Waivers and Alternative Requirements | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: October 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Primer on Serving People with High-Acuity Needs | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | October 16, 2020 |
| Rehousing Out of Non-Congregate Shelter: Maximizing Placements | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | October 8, 2020 |
| Social Distancing: Inspired Ideas for Addressing Loneliness | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | October 8, 2020 |
| Staying Safe While Going Back to the Office | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: October 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021 |
| Engaging Clients with Remote Case Management | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: October 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Framework for Enhancing Safety in Your Homeless Response System | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Community Planning and Preparedness | October 6, 2020 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of Additional Waivers for CPD Grant Programs to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 and Mitigate Economic Impacts Caused by COVID-19 (Issued September 30, 2020) | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | October 2, 2020 |
| ESG-CV Notice Summary | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | October 2, 2020 |
| Creating Cohorts for Your Rehousing Strategy | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | October 1, 2020 |
| Managed Care Resource Brief | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: October 1, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 1, 2021 |
| Supervisors Promoting a Culture of Self-Care | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: October 1, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 26, 2021 |
| Coordinating with Public Health for Safe Transitions into Housing | HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | October 1, 2020 |
Coordinated Investment Planning Case Studies – Includes:
|
HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Versions: October 1, 2020 | Spanish Versions: February 5, 2021 |
| Remote Supervision Tips for Homeless Service Providers | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: September 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 23, 2021 |
| Rapid Rehousing Ramp-Up | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: September 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 7, 2021 |
| Federal Rehousing Resources | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | September 22, 2020 |
| Creating a Cultural Equity Plan: Organizational Policies and Procedures | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021 |
| Strategies for Renter Protection | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | September 17, 2020 |
| Staff Orientation to Racial Equity | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| Maximizing Income for Rapid Rehousing Participants During COVID-19 | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021 |
| ESG-CV Quarterly Reporting Calendar | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: September 14, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 1, 2021 |
| Estimating Future Homelessness | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Version: September 1, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Notice CPD-20-08: Waivers and Alternative Requirements for the ESG Program Under the CARES Act | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | September 1, 2020 |
| Designing a Centralized Rent Administration Program | Spanish Version | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Version: August 28, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Shallow Rental Subsidies | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Permanent Housing | English Version: August 28, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021 |
| Evidence-based Service Delivery | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 28, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021 |
| FAQ: Are there actions a Continuum of Care may take within its Coordinated Entry process to prioritize persons who are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19? | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | August 25, 2020 |
| Mitigating the Spread: Washington DC Shelter Profile | Spanish Version | HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021 |
| Equity Capacity Building: Hiring, Supervision, Training | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021 |
| Racial Trauma and Trauma-Informed Services | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| HMIS Budget and Staffing | Spanish Version | HUD | Data Management | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| Special Population Rehousing Strategy: Family Violence | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Rehousing Strategy | English Version: August 20, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Special Population Rehousing Strategy: Youth and Young Adults | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Rehousing Strategy | August 20, 2020 |
| Sample Language for the ESG-CV Project Description in IDIS | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | August 14, 2020 |
| Housing Problem-Solving in Practice | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 14, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 1, 2021 |
| Targeted Rehousing Strategy Overview | Spanish Version | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | English Version: August 11, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| High Acuity: Transition from Short-term to Long-term Subsidy | Spanish Version | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | Permanent Housing | English Version: August 11, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021 |
| Justice Partnerships and Reentry Solutions | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 11, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 7, 2021 |
| Advancing Racial Equity through Assessments and Prioritization | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 7, 2021 |
| Strategies for Eviction Prevention | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | August 10, 2020 |
| Case Management Ratios | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Strategies to Design and Implement a Successful ESG-CV Program | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | ESG-CV Grant Management | August 6, 2020 |
| What to Expect from Remote Case Management | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 4, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Connecting Quarantine to Coordinated Entry: Mainstream Resources | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: August 4, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 19, 2021 |
| Operational Healthcare Partnerships | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: July 31, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 26, 2021 |
| Leveraging Integrated Data to Support and Enhance COVID-19 Responses | HUD | Data Management | July 30, 2020 |
| Public Housing Authority Data Sharing Agreements | Spanish Version | HUD | Data Management | English Version: July 30, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| IDIS Fact Sheet for ESG and ESG-CV Funds Setup | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | July 24, 2020 |
| Troubleshooting HESG Project Setup in IDIS | Spanish Version | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | English Version: July 14, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 7, 2021 |
| Increasing Equity in the Homeless Response System Through Expanding Procurement | Spanish Version | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Version: July 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Data & Equity: Using the Data You Have | Spanish Version | HUD | Data Management | English Version: July 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Rapid Expansion of HMIS: Things to Consider | HUD | Data Management | July 8, 2020 |
| Interim Considerations for Health Departments for SARS-CoV-2 Testing in Homeless Shelters and Encampments | CDC | Site Specific Emergency Operations | July 1, 2020 |
| Privacy Considerations: Direct Service Staff Remote Work | Spanish Version | HUD | Client Support and Care | English Version: June 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Federal Funding Priority Order for Non-Congregate Shelter During COVID-19 | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | June 23, 2020 |
| Non-Congregate Sheltering: Approaches for COVID-19 Homeless Response and Recommendations for Requests for Assistance | HUD and CDC | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | Community Planning and Preparedness | June 23, 2020 |
| HUD | Client Support and Care | English Version: June 23, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 | |
| Flexibilities/Waivers Granted by the CARES Act & Mega Waiver and Guidance | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | June 22, 2020 |
| Supporting Individuals Exiting Isolation or Quarantine | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: June 16, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 1, 2021 |
| Five Things to Consider When Investing ESG in Homelessness Prevention | Spanish Version | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Version: June 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 23, 2021 |
| Planning a Housing Surge to Accelerate Rehousing Efforts in Response to COVID-19 | Spanish Version | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | English Version: June 4, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 19, 2021 |
| Rehousing Activation: Planning and Implementation Tips | Spanish Version | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | English Version: June 3, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 26, 2021 |
| Untapped Expertise: Strategies for Inclusive Stakeholder Engagement When Developing Your Coordinated Investment Plan | Spanish Version | HUD | Consolidated Investment Planning | English Version: June 3, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021 |
| Equity-Driven Changes to Coordinated Entry Prioritization | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: May 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| When to Use Personal Protective Equipment | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | English Version: May 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: July 14, 2020 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of Additional Waivers for CPD Grant Programs to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 and Mitigate Economic Impacts Caused by COVID-19 (Issued May 22, 2020) | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | May 22, 2020 |
| Resources to Support People Experiencing Homelessness | CDC | Community Planning and Prepardness | May 13, 2020 |
| Changes to Coordinated Entry Prioritization to Support and Respond to COVID-19 | Spanish Version | HUD | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | English Version: May 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: July 31, 2020 |
| CPD Memo: Availability of a Waiver and Alternate Requirement for the CAPER for CPD Grant Programs in Response to the Spread of Coronavirus | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | May 7, 2020 |
| Setting Up a Substantial Amendment for CARES Act Funding | HUD | ESG-CV Grant Management | May 7, 2020 |
| CPD Memo: CARES Act Flexibilities for ESG and HOPWA Funds Used to Support Coronavirus Response and Plan Amendment Waiver | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | May 5, 2020 |
| CoC Program Expedited COVID-19 Grant Agreement Amendments | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | April 17, 2020 |
| How Does the Federal CARES Act Eviction Moratorium Impact the ESG and CoC Programs? | HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | April 17, 2020 |
| YHDP and COVID-19 Questions and Answers | YHDP | YHDP Resources | HUD - Updated April 16, 2020 |
| FAQ: May recipients and subrecipients of CoC Program funds purchase cell phones and wireless service plans for program participants to use when receiving supportive services? | HUD | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | April 15, 2020 |
| Food Insecurity and Educational Handouts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) | Client Support and Care | April 11, 2020 |
| Infectious Disease Toolkit for CoCs | HUD | Community Planning and Prepardness | April 9, 2020 |
| COVID-19 Response for People Experiencing Homelessness: Early Learnings from Seattle/King County | USICH | Community Planning and Preparedness | April 7, 2020 |
| Infection Prevention and Control Considerations for Alternate Care Sites | CDC | Community Planning and Preparedness | April 6, 2020 |
| COVID-19 and the Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) Community: Needed Actions from Public Health and Emergency Response Systems | National Health Care for the Homeless Council | Community Planning and Preparedness | April 1, 2020 |
| Availability of Waivers of CPD Grant Program and Consolidated Plan Requirements to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 and Mitigate Economic Impacts Caused by COVID-19 for CoC, ESG, and HOPWA | HUD | Memos, Waivers, and Grant Amendments | March 31, 2020 |
| Screening Clients for Respiratory Infection Symptoms at Entry to Homeless Shelters | CDC | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | March 31, 2020 |
| State of CA: Systemwide COVID-19 Protocol for People Experiencing Homelessness | State of CA | Community Planning and Preparedness | March 28, 2020 |
| Client Screening and Work Flow Examples | Atlanta, GA and San Diego, CA | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | March 27, 2020 |
| Essential Services for Encampments During an Infectious Disease Outbreak | Spanish Version | HUD | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | English Version: March 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 5, 2020 |
| FAQ: Can CoC project administrative funds be used to train recipient staff to safely deliver assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic? | HUD | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | March 26, 2020 |
| FAQ: Can ESG funds be used to train staff on how to deliver services during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how to recognize symptoms, how to protect recipient staff from infection, and how to protect against spreading the virus while providing assistance? | HUD | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | March 26, 2020 |
| FEMA Public Assistance: COVID-19 Pandemic Eligible Emergency Protective Measures | FEMA | Community Planning and Preparedness | March 25, 2020 |
| YHDP Communities and COVID-19 Call Slides | YHDP | YHDP Resources | HUD - Updated March 25, 2020 |
| Shelter Management During an Infectious Disease Outbreak | Spanish Version | HUD | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | English Version: March 23, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 30, 2020 |
| Interim Guidance on COVID-19 for Member Domestic Violence Programs | Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) | Client Support and Care | March 22, 2020 |
| Using a Disaster Policy to Fund Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response with ESG | HUD | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | March 18, 2020 |
| COVID-19 and the HCH Community: Needed Policy Responses for a High-Risk Groups | National Health Care for the Homeless Council | Community Planning and Preparedness | March 17, 2020 |
| Seattle and King County: Interim Guidance for COVID-19 Homeless Service Providers | Seattle and King County | Community Planning and Preparedness | March 16, 2020 |
| Using CoC Program Funds for Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response | Spanish Version | HUD | Using CoC and ESG Funds for Infections Disease Preparedness and Response | English Version: March 13, 2020 | Spanish Version: April 1, 2020 |
| Seattle and King County: Interim Guidance on How to Care for Someone with Symptoms Consistent with COVID-19 | Seattle and King County | Client Support and Care | March 12, 2020 |
| Questions to Assist CoCs and Public Health Authorities to Limit the Spread of Infectious Disease in Homeless Programs | HUD | Community Planning and Preparedness | March 9, 2020 |
| Specific Considerations for Public Health Authorities to Limit Infection Risk Among People Experiencing Homelessness | HUD | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | March 9, 2020 |
| Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations | CDC | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | March 6, 2020 |
| Seattle and King County: Home Isolation Guide for Families and Individuals Living in Permanent Supportive Housing (Stand-Alone Units) | Seattle and King County | Site-Specific Emergency Operations | March 6, 2020 |
| Access National Healthcare for the Homeless Council’s (HCH) Resources on Influenza | National Health Care for the Homeless Council | Client Support and Care | No publication date |
| Using Technology to Communicate with Survivors During a Public Health Crisis | TechSafety.org | Client Support and Care | No publication date |
| Best Practices for Mobile Advocacy | TechSafety.org | Client Support and Care | No publication date |
| How to Operate as a Remote Workplace During a Public Health Crisis | TechSafety.org | Client Support and Care | No publication date |
| Disaster Response Rehousing: A Resource Navigator - helps communities develop and implement rehousing strategies in their homeless response systems | HUD | Rehousing Strategy | No publication date |
Rehousing Efforts Tools and Resources
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| HOME-ARP and Project Homekey Overview Webinar Materials | HUD | July 22, 2021 |
| Project Funding and Structure Brief: Master Leasing | HUD | July 15, 2021 |
| Long-Term Financing of Permanent Supportive Housing Projects | HUD | July 15, 2021 |
| Rehousing and Coordinated Investment Planning Tool Includes an accompany demonstration video that provides an overview of how to use the tool. |
HUD | Updated April 9, 2021 |
| HUD | February 17, 2021 | |
| HUD | February 9, 2021 | |
|
COVID-19 Flexible Subsidy Pool Fundamentals: Essentials and How to Get Started |
HUD | February 9, 2021 |
| Shallow Rental Subsidies | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: August 28, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021 |
| High Acuity: Transition from Short-term to Long-term Subsidy | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: August 11, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021 |
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| EHVs and Coordinated Entry Reporting | HUD | July 22, 2021 |
| EHVs in HMIS | HUD | July 13, 2021 |
|
Emergency Housing Vouchers Funding Briefs – Includes: |
HUD | July 1, 2021 |
|
Emergency Housing Vouchers Webinar Summaries – Includes: |
HUD | July 1, 2021 |
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| EHVs and Coordinated Entry Reporting | HUD | July 22, 2021 |
| EHVs in HMIS | HUD | July 13, 2021 |
| Victim Service Provider - Comparable Database ESG-CV Project Set-Up Tips | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: December 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| Comparable Database Vendor Checklist | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: October 29, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| HMIS Budget and Staffing | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| Leveraging Integrated Data to Support and Enhance COVID-19 Responses | HUD | July 30, 2020 |
| Public Housing Authority Data Sharing Agreements | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: July 30, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 1, 2021 |
| Data & Equity: Using the Data You Have | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: July 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 16, 2021 |
| Rapid Expansion of HMIS: Things to Consider | HUD | July 8, 2020 |
Health Crisis Response Tools and Resources
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| Serving Survivors through Coordinated Entry | HUD | November 13, 2020 |
| Privacy Considerations: Direct Service Staff Remote Work | Spanish Version | HUD | English Version: June 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 |
| HUD | English Version: June 23, 2020 | Spanish Version: March 5, 2021 | |
| Food Insecurity and Educational Handouts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) | April 11, 2020 |
| Interim Guidance on COVID-19 for Member Domestic Violence Programs | Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) | March 22, 2020 |
| Seattle and King County: Interim Guidance on How to Care for Someone with Symptoms Consistent with COVID-19 | Seattle and King County | March 12, 2020 |
| Access National Healthcare for the Homeless Council’s (HCH) Resources on Influenza | National Health Care for the Homeless Council | No publication date |
| TechSafety.org | No publication date |
Other Resource Collections
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| YHDP Communities and COVID-19 Call Slides | HUD | March 25, 2020 |
| Resource | Author | Date Published |
|---|---|---|
| CDC Releases Official Health Advisory Related to Hepatitis A Outbreaks among Persons Experiencing Homelessness | CDC | June 20, 2018 |
| HOPWA In Focus: Structural Intervention | HUD | December 8, 2016 |
| National Health Care for the Homeless Council: Communicable Diseases | National Health Care for the Homeless Council | Date Published: N/A |
| Strategies to Support Homeless or at-Risk Clients with Effectively Utilizing the Healthcare System | HUD | Date Published: July 13, 2015 |
| Hepatitis C Prevention Opportunities Among People Who Inject Drugs Webinar | HUD | Date Published: April 28, 2015 |
| Action Plan for the Prevention, Care, & Treatment of Viral Hepatitis | HHS | Date Published: March 24, 2015 |
News and Announcements
Emergency Housing Vouchers Office Hours - Tuesdays at 3:00 PM EDT
Date Posted: August 03, 2021
Date Posted: August 02, 2021
FY 2021 HOME Match Reductions Published
Date Posted: July 30, 2021Note: The contents of these materials, except when based on statutory or regulatory authority or law, do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. These materials are intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.