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Disease Risks and Homelessness

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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All COVID-19 Resources

Resource Author Category Date Published

Vaccine Planning and Distribution – Includes:

Vaccine Distribution Strategies

Using Data and HMIS for Vaccine Rollout

Building Vaccine Confidence

Flyers

 HUD Community Planning and Preparedness Updated February 24, 2021

Homeless Prevention Resources – Includes:

 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice Updated February 23, 2021

Landlord Engagement – Includes:

 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice Updated February 23, 2021

Coordination with the Veteran System

 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning | Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice February 17, 2021

Establishing a Capitalized Operating Reserve

 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning February 17, 2021

COVID-19 HMIS Resources – Includes:

 HUD Community Planning and Preparedness Updated February 17, 2021

COVID-19 Flexible Subsidy Pool Fundamentals: Essentials and How to Get Started

 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning February 9, 2021

Hotel/Motel Acquisitions for Permanent Housing

 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning February 9, 2021

Winter Planning Resources – Includes:

Winter Planning Guide

Supporting Resources

COVID-19 Informational Flyers

 HUD Community Planning and Preparedness Updated February 1, 2021

Adjusting ESG Written Standards for ESG-CV

 HUD ESG-CV Grant Management January 15, 2021

Eligibility During Eviction Moratoria

 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | ESG-CV Grant Management January 11, 2021

Lessons Learned from Outreach Workers – Includes:

  • Video
  • Transcript
 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

Rehousing Activation and Racial Equity – Includes:

 HUD Rehousing Strategy Updated December 28, 2020
ESG-CV Reporting Guidance - Includes: HUD ESG-CV Grant Management Updated December 15, 2020
Victim Service Provider - Comparable Database ESG-CV Project Set-Up Tips HUD Data Management December 10, 2020
Grants Management Support - Staffing Options for ESG-CV Administration HUD ESG-CV Grant Management December 8, 2020
Grants Management - Procurement Strategies for ESG-CV HUD ESG-CV Grant Management December 8, 2020
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 HUD Data Management October 29, 2020
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 PHAs HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice October 26, 2020
Summary of ESG Program Waivers and Alternative Requirements HUD ESG-CV Grant Management October 26, 2020
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 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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice October 8, 2020
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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice October 1, 2020
Supervisors Promoting a Culture of Self-Care 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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice September 25, 2020
Rehousing and Coordinated Investment Planning Tool HUD Consolidated Investment Planning | Rehousing Strategy September 22, 2020
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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice September 17, 2020
Maximizing Income for Rapid Rehousing Participants During COVID-19 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021
ESG-CV Quarterly Reporting Calendar HUD ESG-CV Grant Management September 14, 2020
Estimating Future Homelessness HUD Consolidated Investment Planning September 1, 2020
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 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning August 28, 2020
Shallow Rental Subsidies | Spanish Version HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice 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 HUD Community Planning and Preparedness English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021
COVID-19 Homeless System Response: Equity Capacity Building: Hiring, Supervision, Training (PDF) | 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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 25, 2020
HMIS Budget and Staffing HUD Data Management | ESG-CV Grant Management August 25, 2020
Special Population Rehousing Strategy: Family Violence HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice | Rehousing Strategy August 20, 2020
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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 14, 2020
Targeted Rehousing Strategy Overview HUD Rehousing Strategy August 11, 2020
High Acuity: Transition from Short-term to Long-term Subsidy | Spanish Version HUD Rehousing Strategy English Version: August 11, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021
Justice Partnerships and Reentry Solutions HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 11, 2020
Advancing Racial Equity through Assessments and Prioritization HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 10, 2020
Strategies for Eviction Prevention HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 10, 2020
Case Management Ratios HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 10, 2020
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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 4, 2020
Connecting Quarantine to Coordinated Entry: Mainstream Resources HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice August 4, 2020
Operational Healthcare Partnerships 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 HUD Data Management July 30, 2020
IDIS Fact Sheet for ESG and ESG-CV Funds Setup HUD ESG-CV Grant Management July 24, 2020
ESG Homelessness Prevention Eligibility During Eviction Moratoria HUD ESG-CV Grant Management July 17, 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 HUD Consolidated Investment Planning July 8, 2020
Data & Equity: Using the Data You Have HUD Data Management July 8, 2020
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 HUD Client Support and Care June 25, 2020
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

Wellness Checklist for Client Engagement

 HUD Client Support and Care June 23, 2020
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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice June 16, 2020
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 HUD Rehousing Strategy June 4, 2020
Rehousing Activation: Planning and Implementation Tips 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 HUD Models and Implementation Support: Systems and Program Practice May 26, 2020
When to Use Personal Protective Equipment 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 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 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 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 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
Resource Author Date Published
CPD Memo: Availability of Waivers for the Biennial Point-in-Time Count of Unsheltered Homelessness HUD January 7, 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 December 30, 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 October 2, 2020
Notice CPD-20-08: Waivers and Alternative Requirements for the ESG Program Under the CARES Act HUD September 1, 2020
Flexibilities/Waivers Granted by the CARES Act & Mega Waiver and Guidance HUD June 22, 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 May 22, 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 May 7, 2020
CPD Memo: CARES Act Flexibilities for ESG and HOPWA Funds Used to Support Coronavirus Response and Plan Amendment Waiver HUD May 5, 2020
CoC Program Expedited COVID-19 Grant Agreement Amendments HUD April 17, 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 March 31, 2020

Rehousing Efforts Tools and Resources

Resource Author Date Published

Coordination with the Veteran System

 HUD February 17, 2021

Establishing a Capitalized Operating Reserve

 HUD February 17, 2021

COVID-19 Flexible Subsidy Pool Fundamentals: Essentials and How to Get Started

 HUD February 9, 2021

Hotel/Motel Acquisitions for Permanent Housing

 HUD February 9, 2021
Holistic Investment Planning for State ESG Entitlements and Balance of State CoCs HUD November 11, 2020
Coordinated Investment Planning Case Studies – Includes: HUD English Versions: October 1, 2020 | Spanish Versions: February 5, 2021
Federal Rehousing Resources HUD September 22, 2020
Rehousing and Coordinated Investment Planning Tool HUD September 22, 2020
Estimating Future Homelessness HUD September 1, 2020
Designing a Centralized Rent Administration Program HUD August 28, 2020
Increasing Equity in the Homeless Response System Through Expanding Procurement HUD July 8, 2020
Five Things to Consider When Investing ESG in Homelessness Prevention | Spanish Version HUD English Version: June 10, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 23, 2021
Untapped Expertise: Strategies for Inclusive Stakeholder Engagement When Developing Your Coordinated Investment Plan | Spanish Version HUD English Version: June 3, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021
Resource Author Date Published

Homeless Prevention Resources – Includes:

 HUD Updated February 23, 2021

Coordination with the Veteran System

 HUD February 17, 2021

Eligibility During Eviction Moratoria

 HUD January 11, 2021

Lessons Learned from Outreach Workers – Includes:

  • Video
  • Transcript
 HUD January 8, 2021

Landlord Engagement – Includes:

 HUD Updated February 23, 2021
Serving Survivors through Coordinated Entry HUD November 13, 2020
Staff Capacity: Considerations for Scaling Up | Spanish Version HUD English Version: November 13, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 7, 2021
Partnering with Local PHAs HUD October 26, 2020
Primer on Serving People with High-Acuity Needs HUD October 16, 2020
Social Distancing: Inspired Ideas for Addressing Loneliness HUD October 8, 2020
Staying Safe While Going Back to the Office HUD English Version: October 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021
Engaging Clients with Remote Case Management HUD October 8, 2020
Framework for Enhancing Safety in Your Homeless Response System HUD October 6, 2020
Managed Care Resource Brief HUD October 1, 2020
Supervisors Promoting a Culture of Self-Care HUD English Version: October 1, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 26, 2021
Remote Supervision Tips for Homeless Service Providers | Spanish Version HUD English Version: September 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 23, 2021
Rapid Rehousing Ramp-Up HUD September 25, 2020
Creating a Cultural Equity Plan: Organizational Policies and Procedures | Spanish Version HUD English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021
Strategies for Renter Protection HUD September 17, 2020
Staff Orientation to Racial Equity HUD September 17, 2020
Maximizing Income for Rapid Rehousing Participants During COVID-19 HUD English Version: September 17, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021
Shallow Rental Subsidies | Spanish Version HUD English Version: August 28, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 17, 2021
Evidence-based Service Delivery | Spanish Version HUD 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 August 25, 2020
COVID-19 Homeless System Response: Equity Capacity Building: Hiring, Supervision, Training (PDF) | Spanish Version HUD English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: February 5, 2021
Racial Trauma and Trauma-Informed Services HUD August 25, 2020
Special Population Rehousing Strategy: Family Violence HUD August 20, 2020
Special Population Rehousing Strategy: Youth and Young Adults HUD August 20, 2020
Housing Problem-Solving in Practice HUD August 14, 2020
Justice Partnerships and Reentry Solutions HUD August 11, 2020
Advancing Racial Equity through Assessments and Prioritization HUD August 10, 2020
Strategies for Eviction Prevention HUD August 10, 2020
Case Management Ratios HUD August 10, 2020
Strategies to Design and Implement a Successful ESG-CV Program HUD August 6, 2020
What to Expect from Remote Case Management HUD August 4, 2020
Connecting Quarantine to Coordinated Entry: Mainstream Resources HUD August 4, 2020
Operational Healthcare Partnerships HUD English Version: July 31, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 26, 2021
Supporting Individuals Exiting Isolation or Quarantine HUD June 16, 2020
When to Use Personal Protective Equipment HUD English Version: May 26, 2020 | Spanish Version: July 14, 2020
Equity-Driven Changes to Coordinated Entry Prioritization HUD May 26, 2020
Changes to Coordinated Entry Prioritization to Support and Respond to COVID-19 HUD English Version: May 8, 2020 | Spanish Version: July 31, 2020

Health Crisis Response Tools and Resources

Resource Author Date Published

Vaccine Planning and Distribution – Includes:

Vaccine Distribution Strategies

Using Data and HMIS for Vaccine Rollout

Building Vaccine Confidence

Flyers

 HUD Updated February 24, 2021

COVID-19 HMIS Resources – Includes:

 HUD Updated February 17, 2021

Winter Planning Resources – Includes:

Winter Planning Guide

Supporting Resources

COVID-19 Informational Flyers

 HUD Updated February 1, 2021
Framework for Enhancing Safety in Your Homeless Response System HUD October 6, 2020
Coordinating with Public Health for Safe Transitions into Housing HUD October 1, 2020
Mitigating the Spread: Washington DC Shelter Profile HUD English Version: August 25, 2020 | Spanish Version: January 20, 2021
Non-Congregate Sheltering: Approaches for COVID-19 Homeless Response and Recommendations for Requests for Assistance HUD and CDC June 23, 2020
Resources to Support People Experiencing Homelessness CDC May 13, 2020
How Does the Federal CARES Act Eviction Moratorium Impact the ESG and CoC Programs? HUD April 17, 2020
Infectious Disease Toolkit for CoCs HUD April 9, 2020
COVID-19 Response for People Experiencing Homelessness: Early Learnings from Seattle/King County USICH April 7, 2020
Infection Prevention and Control Considerations for Alternate Care Sites CDC 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 April 1, 2020
State of CA: Systemwide COVID-19 Protocol for People Experiencing Homelessness State of CA March 28, 2020
FEMA Public Assistance: COVID-19 Pandemic Eligible Emergency Protective Measures FEMA March 25, 2020
COVID-19 and the HCH Community: Needed Policy Responses for a High-Risk Groups National Health Care for the Homeless Council March 17, 2020
Seattle and King County: Interim Guidance for COVID-19 Homeless Service Providers Seattle and King County March 16, 2020
Questions to Assist CoCs and Public Health Authorities to Limit the Spread of Infectious Disease in Homeless Programs HUD March 9, 2020

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New FEMA Major and Emergency Disaster Declarations

Date Posted: February 25, 2021

Meeting Community Needs During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Successes in the Promise Zones Webinar Series

Date Posted: February 23, 2021

Office Hours: COVID-19 Planning and Response for Homeless Assistance Providers - Fridays at 2:30 PM EST

Date Posted: February 22, 2021

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