Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont The Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont (HHAV) works toward a future in which all people living in Vermont have safe, stable, affordable homes and if homelessness occurs, it is brief, rare, and non-recurring. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://helpingtohousevt.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Latest HHAV & VT BoS CoC News](https://helpingtohousevt.org/blog/) - [Voters' Rights Resources](https://helpingtohousevt.org/voters-rights-resources/) - Disability Rights Vermont and Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness on June 15th held a training on voting rights for people experiencing homelessness. View SLIDES and VIDEO of the training. More information will be coming out around this including information flyers for shelters and similar organizations and more. NAEH Everyone Votes Homepage Learn about National Alliance to - [June 2023 Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/june-2023-education-training-opportunities/) - VCEH HUD CoC Competition Grant Application (NOFO) Training Tuesday, June 13 at 12 PM Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) held a training to discuss the HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Competition Grant Application (AKA the NOFO) Annual New Project Process. The training provided an overview of the HUD CoC Competition, the structure of the - [Homelessness Awareness Day](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-2/) - Thanks to all who helped organize Vermont's 2024 Homelessness Awareness Day across the state on Thursday January 18th and the weeks leading up to that date! Check out the events that happened at the state house and across the state! Below are photographs of the Memorial Vigil/Speak-Out held on the state house steps on Jan. - [November 2023 Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/november-2023-education-training-opportunities/) - Seasonal Emergency Shelters Training Institute for Community Alliances Does your agency operate a seasonal shelter, winter shelter, low barrier shelter, or night-by-night shelter? Then this training is for you! ICA has pre-recorded a 15-minute video on Seasonal Emergency Shelters (Night-by-Night data entry model). This training will review the ‘bookend’ Enrollments, the Attendance Module, and the Housing Service to - [2023 October Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2023-october-education-training-opportunities/) - VT’s New Medicaid Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Assistance Program: Statewide Virtual Feedback Sessions October 10 & 13, 2023 These State Virtual Feedback Sessions provide opportunities for community partners and stakeholders in Vermont to hear the preliminary findings from the statewide stakeholder engagement process, ask questions, and offer additional feedback. Please register in advance for one - [2023 September Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2023-september-education-training-opportunities/) - De-Escalation & Safety Training: In-person training opportunity for homeless assistance staff Hosted by the Department for Children and Families, Office of Economic Opportunity This training is geared towards direct service professionals, particularly homeless shelter and outreach staff. There are five no-cost options in September. Please choose only one & pre-registration is required! Wednesday, September 6, 9am – Noon - [2023 August Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2023-august-education-training-opportunities/) - Mental Health System of Care Online Training with VT DMH Hosted by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness on August 2nd 12 - 1 PM View the slides and recording from the training. Additional resources: List of adult residential care homes published by Vermont Disabilities Aging and Independent Living Emergency services contact sheet This link below - [2023 July Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2023-july-education-training-opportunities/) - HUD: Public Housing Authority Occupancy Webinar Series: Understanding Public Housing Occupancy July 12 1:30 - 3 PM This webinar series will help public housing authorities gain a thorough understanding of their occupancy and learn how to develop and implement solutions. This training is intended for all PHA staff. Learn more and REGISTER HERE HUD: Our - [Homelessness Awareness Day 2023: Thank You to our Partners!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-2023-thank-you-to-our-partners/) - Thank you to all our partners and colleagues across Vermont for helping bring awareness to our state's homelessness crisis on our 2023 Homelessness Awareness Day! See photos and read more about the events around the state for Homelessness Awareness Day! Check out some of the media coverage of our state's events Statewide coverage in VT - [Vermont Receives $6.2 million for Response to Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-receives-6-2-million-for-response-to-homelessness/) - Vermont nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and the Congressional delegation announced and applauded the $6.2 million that Vermont has been awarded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help address homelessness across the state. Vermont has the second highest rate of homelessness in the nation, according to the 2022 HUD Annual Homelessness Assessment Report. - [May 2023 Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/may-2023-education-training-opportunities/) - VA Annual VA2K Walk and Roll on May 17, 2023 May 17, 2023, the VA is organizing its annual VA2K, a 2K walk and roll in support and awareness of Veterans experiencing homelessness. This is a community event. It’s free and open to the public and located at the White River Junction VA main campus - [April 2023 Education & Training Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/april-2023-education-training-opportunities/) - April is Fair Housing Month! Check out events happening all month HERE! The 2023 Spring National Human Service Data Consortium Conference will be available via a Live Webcast on April 3, 2023. HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) Technical Assistance (TA) providers are working with the National Human Services Data Consortium (NHSDC) to - [Rides to Recovery and Job Access with the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/rides-to-recovery-and-job-access-with-the-vermont-agency-of-transportation-vtrans/) - Rides to Recovery and Job Access with Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) Rides to Recovery and Job Access is a new pilot program improving mobility options for our most vulnerable Vermonters and is geared for any Vermonter, whether or not they are a Medicaid recipient. Rides to a job, a job interview, a recovery center, - [Vermont Receives Over 2 million in Grants to Address Unsheltered and Rural Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-receives-over-2-million-in-grants-to-address-unsheltered-and-rural-homelessness/) - On Feb. 2nd, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced grants to address homelessness among people in unsheltered settings and in rural communities. Nationally, nearly $315 million in grants were announced to 46 communities. Vermont received $2,062,533 in funding. View VT specifics here Together, these federal funds comprise a first-of-its-kind package of - [Homelessness Awareness Day 2023](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-2023/) - Please join us for Annual Homelessness Awareness Day Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Join service and shelter providers, and housing advocates from across the state and homeless and formerly homeless Vermonters to reflect on all we must do in the coming year to end homelessness in Vermont! This year's Homelessness Awareness Day takes place at the - [The WRJ VA Healthcare system in collaboration with the Veteran’s Inc and Veteran’s Place homeless veteran grant and per diem (GPD) programs Homelessness Awareness Day Events](https://helpingtohousevt.org/the-wrj-va-healthcare-system-in-collaboration-with-the-veterans-inc-and-veterans-place-homeless-veteran-grant-and-per-diem-gpd-programs-homelessness-awareness-day-events/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), alongside Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition, Vermont Interfaith Action, and Chittenden County Homeless Alliance, is planning the upcoming 2023 Homelessness Awareness Day in which we as shelter and service providers, various stakeholders, and community members work to raise community awareness of the homelessness issues facing the people of our - [VCEH Education & Training Survey](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-education-training-survey/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is looking to bolster our educational and training offerings! Please fill out our survey here to make your voice heard in planning VCEH's next training modules HERE. If you've already taken our modules and would like to provide feedback in addition to sharing your thoughts on new training modules, - [VCEH Summer Summit Livestream, Agenda, & Program](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-summer-summit-livestream-program/) - VCEH's Summer Summit on Homelessness is here! If you are unable to attend the conference in person, you may watch portions of our event via livestream here or here. Agenda for the day Virtual download of our program - [2022 VCEH Summer Summit Completed!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2022-vceh-summer-summit-completed/) - Thank you so much to everyone who attended our 2022 Summer Summit, in person or virtually! We want to say a big thank you to all our speakers, panelists, and discussion group leaders and a special thank you to our sponsors! Below we have a few photos from our event (more to come!) and the - [VCEH Summer Summit](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-summer-summit/) - VCEH is hosting a summer summit and lunch with housing panels, guest speakers, breakout discussions, and more! REGISTER HERE! Join VCEH from 10 AM - 2:30 PM on July 28th, 2022 for a summer lunch with housing panels, guest speakers, breakout discussions, & the first annual partner of the year award! All are welcome to - [2022 Point-in-Time Count Report](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2022-point-in-time-count-report/) - VCEH, in partnership with Chittenden County Homelessness Alliance, is pleased to announce that the initial report on Vermont’s 2022 Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness has been released. Many thanks to everyone who helped plan, coordinate, and carry out the count, with special thanks to the Institute for Community Alliances (ICA) - [We're Hiring: VCEH VISTA Position](https://helpingtohousevt.org/were-hiring-vceh-vista-position/) - We at VCEH are so excited to be adding a new member to the team and looking to hire an AmeriCorps VISTA Communication & Outreach Coordinator! The VCEH VISTA member will work under the supervision of VCEH Executive Director, Martin Hahn, and with VCEH Program Coordinator, Molly Shimko, to help build the capacity of our - [VCEH Summer Summit & Annual Membership Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-summer-summit-annual-membership-meeting/) - [Mid-March 2022 Updates](https://helpingtohousevt.org/mid-march-update/) - [Homelessness Awareness Day 2022](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-2022/) - On January 20th, 2022 the State of Vermont, Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition (VAHC), Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA), and CCHA (Chittenden County Homeless Alliance), and a number of other organizations around the state recognized Homelessness Awareness Day. The day featured testimony from a number of Vermonters working to end homelessness - [VCEH hires Executive Director](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-hires-executive-director/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) announced that they have hired Martin Hahn as their first executive director. In the announcement, VCEH co-chairs Renee Weeks and Kara Casey state, “Martin has decades of experience in non-profit management and dedication to supporting Vermont’s most vulnerable residents.” Hahn’s recent experience includes leadership positions at Vermont Housing - [COVID-19 IRS Resources for Low/No-Income Economic Impact Payments](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid-19-irs-resources-for-low-no-income-economic-impact-payments/) - The IRS continues to create outreach materials to address people’s questions about coronavirus-related tax relief and Economic Impact Payments (EIP). This week’s outreach bundle includes a brand new partner toolkit, Economic Impact Payments: Reaching People Who Are Eligible and Don’t Normally File a Tax Return. This toolkit is designed to offer you the resources and materials you need - [BREAKING: HUD anti-trans shelter rule officially proposed this morning](https://helpingtohousevt.org/breaking-hud-anti-trans-shelter-rule-officially-proposed-this-morning/) - This morning, HUD published their anti-trans shelter rule in the Federal Register, officially starting the clock on the public comment period beginning tomorrow. BREAKING: HUD anti-trans shelter rule officially proposed this morning This morning, HUD published their anti-trans shelter rule, officially starting the clock on the public comment period beginning t BREAKING: HUD anti-trans shelter - [Out of Reach Housing Report |Vermont Legal Aid Housing & COVID19](https://helpingtohousevt.org/out-of-reach-housing-report-vermont-legal-aid-housing-covid19/) - From our Partners: Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition Vermont Housing Wage is $23.36, According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition A new report co-released by the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) and the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition found that Vermont’s “housing wage” – the hourly wage people must earn to afford a two-bedroom home - [AHS Emergency Solutions Grant CARES Proposal 7.20.2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ahs-emergency-solutions-grant-cares-proposal-7-20-2020/) - DCF has drafted a proposal for the administration of HUD Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds. Rapid Re-housing is an important strategy in the AHS COVID-19 Housing Recovery plan. Rapid Re-housing focuses on reducing trauma, temporary rental assistance for households to secure an apartment, connecting households to employment, mental health, and other supports, and can offer - [Vermont COVID Emergency Mortgage Assistance Available July 13-August 31](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-covid-emergency-mortgage-assistance-available-july-13-august-31/) - As many of you may already be aware, the Vermont Housing Finance Agency launched the Vermont COVID Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program this week. The program is intended to help low-income homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage and are facing economic hardship brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will provide up to three monthly mortgage payments directly - [VCRHYP Announcement & Job Opening | VCEH Learning Modules/Survey | HMIS Recommendation | Social Security Announcement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vcrhyp-announcement-job-opening-vceh-learning-modules-survey-hmis-recommendation-social-security-announcement/) - Announcement From VCRHYP & Job Opening Dear partners; I wanted to reach out to you as a valued VCRHYP partner and let you know that I’ll be stepping down from my position and transitioning out of VCRHYP. July 31st will be the end of my full-time employment, but I will continue to work in a limited part-time - [National Low Income Housing Coalition - Vermont's COVID-19 Response](https://helpingtohousevt.org/6375/) - Vermont Policy Makers, State Agencies and Advocates Collaborate to End Homelessness in the State During the COVID-19 Pandemic Jul 06, 2020 Vermont housing advocates, shelter and service providers, administration officials, statewide housing agency staff, and policy makers worked together to prevent the deaths of unhoused Vermonters during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Housing providers - [AHS-OEO is Hiring | Pride Center Vermont - Diversity Health Project](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ahs-oeo-is-hiring-pride-center-vermont-diversity-health-project/) - OEO is Hiring! Join our team! Title: Office of Economic Opportunity Community Services Program Manager - Temporary Application Deadline Date: 08/06/2020 Req ID: 7703 Department: Children and Families Location: Based in Waterbury, VT – All OEO employees current telework Temporary, Part-Time, Flexible Hours Hourly Rate: $29.06 Overview The Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity seeks a - [AHS-DCF Rapid Resolution Funds Proposal](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ahs-dcf-rapid-resolution-funds-proposal/) - Please See Proposal Here Dear Colleagues – In anticipation of legislative appropriation, DCF has drafted a proposal for the administration of Rapid Resolution funds. Rapid Resolution is an important strategy in the AHS COVID-19 Housing Recovery plan. Rapid Resolution focuses on reducing trauma, creating new pathways to housing and empowering households to partner in their - [VCEH 6.16 Minutes | COVID19 6.18 Minutes | RFPs | Training Resources CSH](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-6-16-minutes-covid19-6-18-minutes-rfps-training-resources-csh/) - VCEH June 16, 2020 Minutes with Recorded Meeting COVID19 Homeless Response Call June 18, 2020 Rapid Resolution Slides from SSVF RFPs to Respond to: VHCB Coronavirus Relief Funds VCEH Adult Learner Content Creator HOP Supplemental Funding Previous e-mails can be found at: www.helpingtohousevt.org/announcements Training Resources Property Management for Supportive Housing Providers Tuesday, June 23 and June 30 - [Request For Proposals - Online Adult Learning Educator](https://helpingtohousevt.org/request-for-proposals-online-adult-learning-educator/) - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS For the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness PDF Version of RFP The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) is seeking proposals from qualified applicants to assist with the development and implementation of a comprehensive training curricula for housing/homelessness service providers within the next 6 month period (July – December 2020) and to - [COVID19 Supplemental HOP Application Phase 2](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-supplemental-hop-application-phase-2/) - Dear Colleagues – In anticipation of additional funding, DCF OEO has issued a Notice and Application for COVID 19 Phase 2 Supplemental Housing Opportunity Grant Program. The Phase 2 round of supplemental funding is focused exclusively on meeting the immediate need for expanded essential services and housing navigation services in order to rapidly exit and re-house families and individuals - [COVID19 & Rural Health Equity in Northern New England - Dartmouth](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-rural-health-equity-in-northern-new-england-dartmouth/) - COVID19 & Rural Health Equity in Northern New England - Elizabeth Carpenter-Song, PhD - Anne Sosin - MPH Recognizing underlying rural inequities that may exacerbate the threats of the pandemic and the need to document and address emergent challenges, this research aims to understand the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on health equity in rural - [VHCB Coronavirus Relief Funds RFP](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vhcb-coronavirus-relief-funds-rfp/) - Please read the following announcement from our friends at the Vermont Housing and Conservation board: It appears likely that VHCB will be awarded Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) for investment in housing that serves those who are experiencing homelessness. Here is a memorandum that describes how VHCB proposes to make CRF awards. These funds must be expended - [Notes from 6/9/2020 COVID19 Call and AHS Housing Recovery Plan](https://helpingtohousevt.org/notes-from-6-9-2020-covid19-call-and-ahs-housing-recovery-plan/) - Notes from the 6/9/2020 COVID19 Homeless Service Providers Call Additionally, the Agency of Human Services Presented the AHS Housing Recovery Plan to Vermont Legislature today (6/10/2020) - [Statewide 2020 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/statewide-2020-point-in-time-count/) - For Immediate Release – June 5, 2020 Point-in-Time Count 2020 Statewide Report Contact Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness: Rebeka Lawrence-Gomez, Co-Chair, Pathways Vermont, rebeka@pathwaysvermont.org Renee Weeks, Co-Chair, Upper Valley Haven, rweeks@uppervalleyhaven.org Andrea Hurley, Support Specialist, andrea@vsha.org Chittenden County Homeless Alliance: Travis Poulin, Co-Chair, Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity, tpoulin@cvoeo.org Sarah Russell, Co-Chair, Champlain Valley - [COVID-19: Homeless Provider Response Weekly Calls](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid-19-homeless-provider-response-weekly-calls/) - New Weekly Calls for COVID-19 Homeless Providers Response. 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Vice Chair Leahy Remarks On Bipartisan Negotiations To Address the Coronavirus Pandemic](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-approps-vice-chair-leahy-remarks-on-bipartisan-negotiations-to-address-the-coronavirus-pandemic/) - Statement Of Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy On Status Of Bipartisan Negotiations To Address The Coronavirus Pandemic Senate Floor Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Today, the American people are making sacrifices to keep themselves, their family, and their communities safe. Health care providers, grocery store staff, state and local government workers, truckers, bank - [COVID19: Vermont Legal Aid Press Release](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-vermont-legal-aid-press-release/) - For Immediate Release - Vermont Legal Aid: Following the Governor’s State of Emergency declaration on March 14, 2020, Vermont Legal Aid will continue to serve its clients via telephonic and electronic means. 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Note that we will continue to have the Monday Calls at 3pm as a standing call! VT COVID-19 Homeless Response Call Join us for a webinar beginning on Mar 20, 2020 at 9:00 AM EDT. Register now! For participation - [COVID19: ESD has Temporary Implemented New Eligibility Category for Motel Voucher Program called: Hyper-Vulnerable](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-esd-has-temporary-implemented-new-eligibility-category-for-motel-voucher-program-called-hyper-vulnerable/) - The Memo From ESD Attached Here In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Economic Services Division has temporarily implemented a new eligibility category within the motel voucher program called Hyper-Vulnerable. An individual is considered hyper-vulnerable when:  They are over the age of 60 or;  Have an underlying health condition as defined by the - [COVID19 : Coronavirus Information](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-coronavirus-information/) - For Up to Date Information on the Homeless Response to COVID19 (Corona Virus) please visit: VCEH COVID19 (www.helpingtohousevt.org/covid19) To Receive the information as it is released please join the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Listserv via this website or by emailing Andrea to be added. 2019 NOVEL CORONAVIRUS What you need to know about Coronavirus - [COVID19: Questions about Coronavirus? Dial 2-1-1](https://helpingtohousevt.org/covid19-questions-about-coronavirus-dial-2-1-1/) - Questions about COVID-19? Dial 2-1-1 What you need to know about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Stop The Spread of Germs Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) HUD posted the following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance and Technical Assistance (TA) - [Health Preparedness for Homeless Assistance Providers (HUD Resource)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/health-preparedness-for-homeless-assistance-providers-hud-resource/) - Health Preparedness for Homeless Assistance Providers Continuum of Care (CoC) and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funding supports homeless projects throughout the country to assist households move into sustainable housing. Families and individuals experiencing homelessness are more vulnerable to infectious diseases due to lack of access to primary care, mobility, and poor health status from extended - [COVID19: Steps for Immediate Action for Homeless Providers](https://helpingtohousevt.org/steps-for-immediate-action-for-homeless-providers/) - March 17,2020 The State COVID-19 Homeless Response Team and OEO are issuing the attached recommendations on immediate actions for homeless response to COVID-19. Many of these actions are already underway in some communities and at many organizations. Thank you. We hope this provide additional support to those efforts. Steps for Immediate Action for Homeless Providers - [March 17,2020 Meeting Agenda: VCEH will Hold ALL Monthly Meetings Virtually Until Further Notice:](https://helpingtohousevt.org/march-172020-meeting-agenda-vceh-will-hold-all-monthly-meetings-until-further-notice/) - In light of COVID19 VCEH will be holding their monthly meeting virtually until further notice. For more information about COVID19 and how to prevent the spread please visit Vermont Health Department resources AGENDA WEB MEETING ONLY Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/142252182?pwd=Yk1IQndSbU01bE1Ld3ppMnpreGQwQT09 Meeting ID: 142 252 182 Password: 927093 TO - [8th Annual Veterans Summit: Saturday, March 7 at UVM's Davis Center](https://helpingtohousevt.org/8th-annual-veterans-summit-saturday-march-7-at-uvms-davis-center/) - Dear Veterans, Supporters, and Summiteers, On behalf of the Northern Vermont University, I’d like to direct your attention to this exciting update concerning the 8th Annual Veterans Summit. The Summit will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at UVM’s Davis Center form 8:00 am to 3:00 pm: https://www.uvm.edu/daviscenter/directions-parking Driving directions are attached. REGISTRATION is - [Vermont State Housing Authority RFP: 150 Section 8 Project Based Vouchers (PBV)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-state-housing-authority-rfp-150-section-8-project-based-vouchers-pbv/) - Request for Proposals (RFP) Project Based Vouchers The Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) announces the availability of up to 150 Section 8 Project-Based Vouchers (PBV’s) for Existing, New Construction or Substantially Rehabilitated Housing units. Applications in response to this Request for Proposals must be consistent with the published RFP and in compliance with governing rules - [DCF Emergency Housing Initiative Update](https://helpingtohousevt.org/dcf-emergency-housing-initiative-update/) - Good Afternoon – Please find attached a memo to the Homeless Continua of Care regarding the Emergency Housing Initiative. This memo includes additional information on local CoC identification of a motel fund administrators, proposed community allocations and a timeline for the next few months. DCF hosted a webinar today at 12:30pm which provided an overview of the Budget - [VCEH February 18, 2020 Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-february-18-2020-agenda/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT Tuesday, February 18, 2020, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda VCEH February 18, 2020 - [Point-in-Time is Today! January 22, 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-is-today-january-22-2020/) - Statewide Paper Forms: 2020 PIT VT Paper Form (Word) 2020 PIT VT Paper Form (PDF) Balance of State Google Forms BoS UnSheltered PIT Form BoS Transitional Housing PIT Form BoS Emergency Shelter PIT Form Chittenden County Google Forms Chittenden UnSheltered PIT Form Chittenden Transitional Housing PIT Form Chittenden Emergency Shelter PIT Form - [V.A. Per Diem NOFA due March 2, 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/v-a-per-diem-nofa-due-march-2-2020/) - On December 30, 2019, VA's Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Program published a Per Diem Only (PDO) NOFA in the Federal Register. This NOFA provides funding opportunities for eligible organizations to provide transitional housing beds and/or service centers for Veterans who are homeless or at risk for becoming homeless. This NOFA is competitive and interested applicants are - [For Immediate Release: Vermont Point-in-Time Count 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/for-immediate-release-vermont-point-in-time-count-2020/) - VERMONT COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release PDF Copy of Release for Distribution January 7, 2020 THE ANNUAL POINT-IN-TIME COUNT OF THOSE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS ACROSS THE STATE OF VERMONT Location: Throughout the State of Vermont Date: January 22nd and January 23rd, 2020 The goal of the Point-in-Time (PIT) count is - [Have a Safe & Warm End of the Year](https://helpingtohousevt.org/have-a-safe-warm-end-of-the-year/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness wants to thank all of the partners who work tirelessly and volunteer their time and efforts to VCEH in working towards our mission of ending homelessness by treating all with dignity and respect; responding quickly to make homelessness rare & brief occurrences; and ensuring the people of Vermont have - [VCEH December 17 Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-december-17-meeting-agenda/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT Tuesday, December 17, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 VCEH Tuesday December 17, 2019 Agenda VOTE WARNED: Further discussion – and VOTE -- of the VAHC's and the VCEH's joint 2020 State Legislative Priorities. Updated proposed priorities will be emailed ahead of - [Vermont 2-1-1 Call Center Hours Reduced to Weekdays 8:00 to 8:00](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-2-1-1-call-center-hours-reduced-to-weekdays-800-to-800/) - Vermont 2-1-1 PO Box 111 Essex Junction, VT 05453 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 2, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: MaryEllen Mendl, Executive Director 802-861-0146 x205 maryellen@unitedwaysvt.org Vermont 2-1-1 Call Center Hours Reduced to Weekdays 8:00 to 8:00 Increased Vendor Costs Resulted in Loss of After-Hours Coverage (Essex Junction) The organization hosting Vermont’s - [ Vermont 2-1-1 to Resume 24-Hour Coverage](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-2-1-1-to-resume-24-hour-coverage/) - PDF of the Release Available Here For Immediate Release: November 20, 2019 Press Contact: Sean Brown, Deputy Commissioner of Economic Service Division Department for Children and Families 802-241-0594 or Sean.Brown@vermont.gov Vermont 2-1-1 to Resume 24-Hour Coverage Waterbury, VT— On December 6, 2019, Vermont 2-1-1 (VT 211) will once again be providing 24-hour referral services, including - [Tuesday November 19 VCEH Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tuesday-november-19-vceh-meeting-agenda/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT Tuesday, November 19, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 VCEH November 19, 2019 Agenda - [VCEH October 15 Meeting Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/5713/) - Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness October 15th Monthly Meeting Minutes - DRAFT VOTE WARNED (to be voted on November 19th) Coordinated Entry Assessment Update & Youth Coordinated Entry Policies & Procedures Additions to Complex Service Needs to be more inclusive in capturing the needs of youth and young adult households. Other changes to the assessment: - [VT-500 FY19 NOFA CoC Programs Final Submission](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-500-fy19-nofa-coc-programs-final-submission/) - Dear Coalition Members & Community, Following is the final Vermont-500 Balance of State Continuum of Care FY19 Community Application, as well as the final CoC Program Project Priority Listing, which was submitted on Friday September 27, 2019. We received editing comments which were incorporated into the application. VT-500 BoS CoC Community Application FINAL 9.27.19 VT-500 - [Annual Joint Meeting: Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition & Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/5597/) - Annual Joint Meeting: Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition & Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Annual VAHC & Monthly VCEH Meetings ~~~~ Tuesday, September 17, 2019 9:30 am - 2:00 pm ** Note special early bird session at 8:30 ** Vermont State House, Montpelier We hope you can attend this important once-a-year event! House Speaker Mitzi Johnson - [VT-500/BoS FY19 CoC Program Consolidated Application Final Draft](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-500-bos-fy19-coc-program-consolidated-application-final-draft/) - SEEKING COMMENT VT-500 Balance of State Continuum of Care FY19 HUD CoC Program NOFA Consolidated Application/Project Priority Listing Final Draft Below are links to the VT-500 BoS/FY19 CoC Application FINAL DRAFT and the VT-500/FY19 CoC Project Priority Listing FINAL DRAFT. Please review for accuracy and completeness. Send any comments or questions to the Collaborative Applicant Vermont - [VT-500/VT BoS CoC Project Raking List Final Determination for FY19 CoC Program Funding](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-500-vt-bos-coc-project-raking-list-final-determination-for-fy18-coc-program-funding/) - The VT-500 - Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS CoC) Ranking Committee has reviewed all project applications that were submitted for consideration for FY19 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Funding. Below is a link to the CoC Program Project Ranking Final Determination for the FY19 Continuum of Care Program Competition: VT-500 BoS - [August VCEH Meeting Minutes - Draft](https://helpingtohousevt.org/august-vceh-meeting-minutes-draft/) - VCEH August 20, 2019 Meeting Minutes - Draft Highlights & Votes Warned Joint Meeting with VAHC (Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition) will be on Tuesday September 17th, from 9:30am – 2:00pm Located at the Statehouse in Montpelier. Ask of Communities: Please review last year’s priorities (Linked), and highlight and/or come up with priorities you have - [2019-2020 Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness membership Dues](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2019-2020-vermont-coalition-to-end-homelessness-membership-dues/) - The VCEH 2019-20 membership form is now available. Membership in VCEH is open to any individual or organization interested in participating in this grassroots effort, and you can learn more about the VCEH at www.helpingtohousevt.org. Suggested organizational membership dues are based on the annual operating budget, or in the case of a multi-purpose organization, the housing program’s - [Tuesday August 20th VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tuesday-august-20th-vceh-meeting/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, Randolph, VT Tuesday, August 20, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting August 2019 After the Meeting the NOFA Ranking Team will be meeting from 12:30-3:00pm to review and rank applications submitted in response to the RFP Posted July 24, 2019 Due - [Vermont Balance of State Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) FY19 Request for Proposals](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2019cocnofa-rfp/) - Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VT-500 Balance of State Continuum of Care) FFY2019 HUD Continuum of Care Program – Notice of Funding Availability REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) – NEW AND RENEWAL PROJECTS The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS CoC) is accepting proposal applications for projects to be funded by the U.S. - [Online Vote Results and Final Documents for FY19 NOFA](https://helpingtohousevt.org/online-vote-results-and-final-documents-for-fy19-nofa/) - VOTE Results: Approved (Questions/Concerns can continue to be sent to Andrea until August 12, 2019, and brought to the VCEH Executive Team) NOFA Policies & Ranking Procedures FY19 NOFA Scoring Sheets YES 17 13 NO 0 3 Abstain 7 6 No Reply 2 2 Final Documents: VT BoS CoC Program Project Ranking Policy 7.23.19 FINAL - [Serve Your Community Through AmeriCorps with Vermont Coalition of Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs’ (VCRHYP) Youth Action Board!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/serve-your-community-through-americorps-with-vermont-coalition-of-runaway-and-homeless-youth-programs-vcrhyp-youth-action-board/) - The Vermont Youth Development Corps AmeriCorps (VYDC) program is recruiting AmeriCorps members for the 2019-2020 service year! AmeriCorps is a national service program that creates community service opportunities across the county, and VYDC places AmeriCorps members throughout Vermont to promote hope, justice, and well-being for all Vermont youth and families. The Vermont Coalition of Runaway - [VCEH Meeting July 16, 2019](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-meeting-july-16-2019/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, Randolph, VT Tuesday, July 16, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting July 2019 Attachments: VOTE Warned: VCEH FY20 Budget – Vote Warned VOTE Warned: 2019-2020 VCEH Board Nominations VCEH-June-2019-Meeting-Minutes Attachments: Legislative Summary (DRAFT) FY 2020 Budget Highlights STELLA Presentation 2019 CoC RRH Program - [Vote Warned: VCEH Budget FY20](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warned-vceh-budget-fy20/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness 2020 Budget is available for comment and a Vote Warned for the July 16, 2019 VCEH Meeting. Please send any comments to Andrea VCEH FY20 Budget - Vote Warned - [VCEH June 18, 2018 Minutes - DRAFT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-june-18-2018-minutes-draft/) - VCEH June 18, 2019 Meeting Minutes DRAFT Attachments: Legislative Summary (DRAFT) FY 2020 Budget Highlights STELLA Presentation 2019 CoC RRH Program Review (From TAC) VSHA Chronic Homelessness History Form VSHA Annual Plan for Public Comment See Amendments: Chapter 4 Chapter 11 - [Updates on Domestic and Sexual Violence Legislature & BoS CoC Funding ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/updates-on-domestic-and-sexual-violence-legislature-bos-coc-funding/) - New VT Legislation on DV protections: Check out Vermont Network's Blog post about all that happened during this Legislative session. In the Blog post you'll find highlights as well as their Legislative Chart indicating on the status of Bills related to Domestic & Sexual Violence. VPR article: "Judiciary Data Suggests DV Charges Growing More Severe" "As - [Homeless Prevention Center in Rutland, VT is Hiring!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homeless-prevention-center-in-rutland-vt-is-hiring/) - The Homeless Prevention Center is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Service Coordinator in our Family Supportive Housing program. The Service Coordinator functions as part of a two-person team to provide intensive housing case management and service coordination to families who are homeless or are at-risk of homelessness. Services are typically provided for - [Press Release: Affordability Gap/ Out of Reach Report](https://helpingtohousevt.org/press-release-affordability-gap-out-of-reach-report/) - EMBARGOED UNTIL 9:30am ET, June 18, 2019 CONTACTS: Erhard Mahnke, erhardm@vtaffordablehousing.org, 802-233-2902 Sara Kobylenski, communityslk@gmail.com, 802-345-0323 Affordable Housing Still Out of Reach for Low-Wage Workers The Average Vermont Renter Faces a Huge Affordability Gap BURLINGTON, VT – In order to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment at the Fair Market Rent in Vermont, renters need to - [VCEH June 18, 2019 Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-june-18-2019-meeting-agenda/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, Randolph, VT Tuesday, June 18, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting June 2019 Attachments VCEH May 2019 Meeting Minutes Local CoC Priority Conversations STELLA Presentation 2019 Rapid Rehousing Shelter+Care - [Veteran's Health Administration is Hiring, White River Junction](https://helpingtohousevt.org/veterans-health-administration-is-hiring-white-river-junction/) - https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/535589800 · Open & closing dates 06/04/2019 to 06/17/2019 Summary This Supervisory Social Worker (Homeless Coordinator) position is located at the White River Junction VAMC in the Mental Health and Behavioral Science Service (MHBSS). The incumbent will function as the Social Work Supervisor and will have direct program focus and responsibility for these four programs: - [Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Projects Selected!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/youth-homelessness-demonstration-program-projects-selected/) - Vermont Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Applications were due on May 13, 2019. Vermont Coalition for Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs was the only applicant to come through. The Selection Team then had 3 weeks to review the five project applications, provide feedback, and approve the projects for funding. During the Selection Team meeting on May - [AmeriCorps VISTA Positions in Housing/Coordinated Entry](https://helpingtohousevt.org/americorps-vista-positions-in-housing-coordinated-entry/) - Three AmeriCorps VISTA positions with SerVermont in the Housing Community are open and available for applicants. These positions are a one year commitment from August 2019-August 2020. AmeriCorps members will receive a monthly living stipend, and their choice of a cash stipend or education award at the completion of their one year term. Mileage for - [Conversations to have locally for June VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/conversations-to-have-locally-for-june-vceh-meeting/) - As discussed at our May 21 meeting action items for Local CoCs to discuss for June 18th Meeting. Directions & Attachments are below. 1. Review Point-in-Time Data: Point-in-Time Report --- Point-in-Time County Data --- Point-in-Time AHS district Data 2. Review Coordinated Entry Data 3. Review Shelter+Care & Rapid Rehousing Reports from Vermont State Housing Authority: - [2019 Point-in-Time Press Release](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2019-point-in-time-press-release/) - For Immediate Release – May 21, 2019 Contact Rebeka Lawrence-Gomez, rebeka@pathwaysvermont.org Josh Davis, jdavis@groundworksvt.org Margaret Bozik, Margaret.bozik@champlainhousingtrust.org Travis Poulin, tpoulin@cvoeo.org MONTPELIER, VT – 1,089 Vermonters experienced literal homelessness on a one-day count January 23, 2019, a decrease of 202 people, or 15.5% decrease compared to the 2018 one-day count. The 2019 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count Report, - [VCEH Governance Charter & Policies/Procedures For Comment](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-governance-charter-policies-procedures-for-comment/) - VT BoS CoC Governance Charter & Policies/Procedures For Comment This is one document that includes what used to be three documents (Policies & Procedures, Governance Charter, & Written Standards) Suggested changes and additions can be sent to Andrea (andrea@vsha.org) Small workgroups to be created for any changes suggested. - [VCEH May 21, 2019 Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-may-21-2019-meeting-agenda/) - St. John’s Episcopal Church, Randolph, VT Tuesday, May 21, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting May 21, 2019 April 2019 Meeting Minutes VOTE WARNED: VCEH Strategic Plan - [2019 Point-In-Time Count Report](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2019-point-in-time-count-report/) - 2019 Vermont Annual Point-in-Time Count Please see the Link Above for the complete report and keep your eyes open for a press release shortly. In Summary: During the one-day count on January 23, 2019, 1,089 Vermonters experienced literal homelessness, a decrease of 202 people, or 15.5% decrease, compared to the 2018 one-day count. A total - [Springfield Supportive Housing Program is Hiring!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/springfield-supportive-housing-program-is-hiring/) - Coordinated Entry/Housing Support Case Manager Springfield Supported Housing Program(SSHP), is a private non-profit human service organization located in Springfield VT, which provides housing services to families and single adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. SSHP manages 13 transitional housing units where we provide home based services. We work with a diverse population - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/5336/) - OEO has issued a Frequently Asked Questions document about the HOP Application. FAQs for HOP Application 2020-2021 It includes an important summary of what is different this year. As a reminder, all HOP applications are due May 17th. Please be aware that all HOP materials can be found on the OEO website at: https://dcf.vermont.gov/oeo/HOPgrants Full - [Good Samaritan Haven is Hiring!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/good-samaritan-haven-is-hiring/) - Good Samaritan Haven Executive Director, Barre VT The Executive Director is responsible for building and maintaining community and donor support for the Good Samaritan Haven homeless shelter and its mission in central Vermont, as well as overseeing shelter operations. The Executive Director must possess a passion for ending homelessness; an ability to implement data-driven, trauma-informed, - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/5269/) - VCEH April 16, 2019 Draft Minutes & Attachments April 2019 Meeting Minutes - DRAFT Treasurers Report - Front - Back HMIS Policy, Procedures & Governance Changes HMIS Policy & Procedures HMIS Governance Charter VCEH Strategic Plan -VOTE TABLED TO MAY MEETING Veteran's Programs Explained SSVF@UVM Power Point Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) A request for - [Point-in-Time Count: January 23, 2019](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-january-23-2019/) - Attached is the statewide survey form for the upcoming statewide Vermont Point-in-Time Count of the Homeless on January 23, 6PM-6AM (“Where are you currently staying?”) and January 24, 6AM-6PM (“Where did you stay last night?”). 2019 Vermont PIT Form Stay tuned for details on: Alternative methods: training on virtual Google Form or direct VT HMIS - [IMPORTANT POINT-IN-TIME UPDATES](https://helpingtohousevt.org/important-point-in-time-updates/) - FINAL 2019 Vermont PIT Paper Form A training will be held via live webinar on Wednesday, January 9th, 2019 at 2:00PM EST. All are welcome to join. This webinar will be recorded and POSTED for all to review prior to the Point-in-Time Count on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. A link for this webinar will be - [PIT Volunteer Training Webinar Link & Registration](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pit-volunteer-training-webinar-link-registration/) - HAPPY NEW YEAR! As we come closer to the annual Point-in-time Count here in Vermont (Wednesday, January 23, 2019) we will be having a volunteer training to go over how to properly carry out the Point-in-Time Count. Wednesday January 9, 2019: 2:00PM EST : Volunteer Point in Time Count Training Webinar Registration *If a volunteer - [Point-in-Time Recorded Training Webinar](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-recorded-training-webinar/) - Attached is the link to the recorded webinar for volunteers conducting the Point-in-Time Count on January 23, 2019. Recorded Volunteer PIT Training Webinar - Passcode: ServicePoint CORRECTION FROM WEBINAR: ESD GA Motel Stays WILL be filling out the Paper PIT form and returning them to Geoffrey Pippenger across the state including Chittenden County. 2019 Vermont PIT - [Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Point-in-Time Count Press Release](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-coalition-to-end-homelessness-point-in-time-count-press-release/) - 2019 PIT Press Release (PDF) PIT 2019 Publicity Flyer PIT 2019 Publicity Flyer (Black & White) VERMONT COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release January 18, 2019 THE ANNUAL POINT-IN-TIME COUNT OF THOSE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS ACROSS THE STATE OF VERMONT Location: Throughout the State of Vermont Date: January 23rd and January - [Point-in-Time Count is TODAY! Wednesday, January 23, 2019](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-is-today-wednesday-january-23-2019/) - 2019 Vermont PIT Paper Form Google Forms: Emergency Shelter and Motel/Hotel Voucher Form (Non-HMIS Only) Unsheltered Homeless Form Transitional Housing Form (Non-HMIS Only) - [VCEH April 16th Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-april-16th-meeting/) - St. John’s Episcopal Church, Randolph, VT Tuesday, April 16, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting April 2019 VOTE WARNED: VT HMIS Policies and Procedures - 2019 DRAFT VOTE WARNED2019 to 2020 Both CoCs' Governance Charter VOTE WARNED: VCEH Strategic Plan March 2019 Meeting Minutes - [Youth Homeless Demonstration Program Request for Proposals](https://helpingtohousevt.org/youth-homeless-demonstration-program-request-for-proposals/) - Happy Monday Everyone! In July 2018, the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC), also known as the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) was awarded a demonstration grant of $2,002,131 by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) known as the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP). The Vermont Coalition to - [VCEH BoS March 19, 2019 Monthly Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-bos-march-19-2019-monthly-meeting-agenda/) - AGENDA St. John’s Episcopal Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT Tuesday, March 19, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Agenda for VCEH Meeting March 19, 2019 February 2019 Minutes - For Approval The Legislative Committee portion is space to address VCEH's top priorities from the following document. 2019 State Legislative Priorities Please come - [Announcement: Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Case Management Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/announcement-grant-and-per-diem-gpd-case-management-notice-of-funding-availability-nofa/) - The Grant and Per Diem (GPD) National Program Office is pleased to announce a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to eligible entities to provide time-limited case management services to improve the retention of housing for Veterans who were previously homeless and are transitioning to permanent housing from programs such as VA’s Homeless Providers GPD Program - [Vermont 2-1-1 After Hours Emergency Housing  Monthly Report ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-2-1-1-after-hours-emergency-housing-monthly-report/) - Vermont 2-1-1 partners with the Economic Service Division (ESD) to provide after business hours emergency housing assistance. ESD calls are routed to Vermont 2-1-1 from 4:30pm to 7:45am daily and on weekends & holidays to provide 24/7 access to the existing emergency housing services. Vermont 2-1-1 adheres to strict protocols outlined by ESD program guidelines. - [7th Annual Veterans Summit & Stand Down](https://helpingtohousevt.org/7th-annual-veterans-summit-stand-down/) - As I discussed at yesterday’s VCEH meeting. Please see below/attached. Hope to see many of you there! Please pass along to your personal and professional contacts. -Jason Brill March 9, 2019 - 8am-3pm: Johnson, VT -Northern Vermont University More information and Registration Questions Contact Thom Anderson Veterans Summit Poster - PDF - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/4939/) - February 19, 2019 Meeting Reminder Tuesday, February 19, 10:00AM – 11:00AM St. John's Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT SafeSpace Training 11:00AM-1:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 VOTE WARNED: Please come prepared with comments, recommendations, and a decision to vote on the following two items: *shortened meeting* 1. Approval of Youth Homelessness Demo Program - [VOTE WARNED: February 19, 2019 VCEH Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warned-february-19-2019-vceh-meeting-agenda/) - Tuesday, February 19, 10:00AM – 11:00AM 15 Summer St, St John's Church, Randolph, VT SafeSpace Training 11:00AM-1:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 VOTE WARNED: Please come prepared with comments, recommendations, and a decision to vote on the following two items: *shortened meeting* 1. Approval of Youth Homelessness Demo Program Plan 2. Priority List Creation - [VCEH BoS January 22, 2019 Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-bos-january-22-2019-meeting-agenda/) - The VCEH BoS Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 10am located at St. John's Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT. Agenda for VCEH Meeting January 2019 December 2018 Meeting Minutes - For Approval HOP & FSH Report Summary 2018 Youth Homeless Demo Project Objectives and Action Steps A Coordinated Entry Meeting - [ANNOUNCEMENT: VCEH BoS Meeting Date Changed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/announcement-vceh-bos-meeting-date-changed/) - VCEH Balance of State meeting will be held on: Tuesday, January 22, 2019 :10am-12pm St. John's Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT 05060. Meeting Agenda, and December Meeting Minutes will be posted shortly. REMINDER: Please Attend the Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil at the State House in Montpelier on Wednesday January 16th. DRAFT SCHEDULE - [December 18, 2018 Meeting Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/december-18-2018-meeting-agenda/) - VOTE WARNED: 2019 State Legislative Priorities 2019 State Legislative Priorities Draft Agenda for VCEH Meeting Tuesday, December 18, 10:00AM – 12:00PM Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Attendance (name, relationship to VCEH, pronouns used, if wanted) and Brief Announcements 10:10 Approval of November 2018 Meeting Minutes - Heather Hinckley - [November VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/november-vceh-meeting-2/) - Agenda: 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Attendance (name, relationship to VCEH, pronouns used, if wanted) and Brief Announcements 10:10 Approval of October Meeting Minutes - Heather Hinckley 10:15 Treasurer's Report– dawn butterfield 10:20 Committee Updates HMIS Committee - Meghan Morrow Point-in-Time Committee - OPENING FOR A CHAIRPERSON Legislative Committee - Erhard Mahnke Logistics for Legislative Day - [Job Opening for Continuum of Care Support Specialist](https://helpingtohousevt.org/job-opening-for-continuum-of-care-support-specialist/) - Continuum of Care (CoC) Support Specialist Vermont State Housing Authority, in support of the VT Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), has a fulltime position opening for CoC Support Specialist. This position will develop & maintain effective working relationships with all CoC members & a wide variety of providers to meet the needs of VCEH; support - [VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Program Consolidated Application FINAL DRAFT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-500-bos-fy18-coc-program-consolidated-application-final-draft/) - Below are links to the VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Application FINAL DRAFT and the VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Project Priority Listing FINAL DRAFT. Please review, and send any comments or questions to daniel@vsha.org before 11AM Friday, September 14th. The files are available on the VT Coalition to End Homelessness website and through the links below: VT-500 CoC Project - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/4633/) - Annual Joint Meeting: Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition & Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Networking Lunch Monthly VCEH & Annual VAHC Meetings ~~~~ Tuesday, September 18, 2018 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church 43 Hebard Hill Rd, Randolph, VT *Join fellow VCEH & VAHC members for this important annual event!* - [VT-500/VT BoS CoC Project Ranking List Final Determination for FY18 CoC Program Funding](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-500-vt-bos-coc-project-ranking-list-final-determination-for-fy18-coc-program-funding/) - The VT-500 - Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS CoC) Ranking Committee has reviewed all project applications that were submitted for consideration for FY18 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Funding. Below is a link to the CoC Program Project Ranking Final Determination for the FY18 Continuum of Care Program Competition: VT-500 BoS - [VT BOS CoC Policies 2018](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-bos-coc-policies-2018/) - Note - CoC board members submit votes to rick@vsha.org by September 6th at 2:00 PM for the following two policies: 1. VT BoS CoC - Affirmative Outreach and Marketing Policy 2. VT BoS CoC - Project Monitoring Policy VT Bos CoC - Affirmative Outreach and Marketing Policy VT CoCs Policy - Affirmative Marketing and Outreach VT BoS CoC - - [Public Comments Requested and Vote Warning for Affirmative Outreach and Marketing Policy](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-comments-requested-and-vote-warning-for-affirmative-outreach-and-marketing-policy/) - Public Comments Requested and Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting Vermont Continuum of Care Statewide Policy on Affirmative Marketing and Outreach The CoC Program interim rule at 24 CFR 578.93(c) requires recipients of CoC Program funds to affirmatively further fair housing and market their housing and supportive services to eligible persons regardless of - [AUGUST VERMONT COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS MEETING](https://helpingtohousevt.org/august-vermont-coalition-to-end-homelessness-meeting/) - Meeting Reminder: Please find below information and materials for our monthly Vermont Coalition to End Homeless meeting. Date/Time: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 – 10:00 AM Location: St. John’s Episcopal Church 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT Phone Participation: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Materials/Information: Final Agenda July Meeting Minutes Agenda Tuesday, August 21, 10:00AM-12:00PM at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 15 Summer - [Save the Date Joint VAHC/VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/4442/) - SAVE THE DATE Tuesday, September 18, 2018 Joint Meeting Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition & Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Annual VAHC & Monthly VCEH Meetings ~~~~ Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church 43 Hebard Hill Road, Randolph, VT The VAHC’s annual joint meeting with the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), VAHC’s Annual - [Vote Warning: VCEH Inactive Policy & Procedure](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warning-vceh-inactive-policy-procedure/) - Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting VCEH Inactive Policy & Procedure A Master List Inactive Policy ensures that a Coordinated Entry Partnership is able to contact and connect with households as soon as a housing opportunity is available. Loss of contact means that it is difficult to determine whether households on the Master - [Vote Warning: Updated HMIS Governance Charter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warning-updated-hmis-governance-charter/) - Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting Governance Charter for the VT Balance of State CoC and Burlington/Chittenden CoC Homeless Management Information System: The purpose of this Governance Charter is to confirm agreements between the Continuum of Care and the Institute for Community Alliances (hereinafter HMIS Lead Agency). As such, the Governance Charter sets - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/4413/) - Coalition members and friends: The following were approved by the VT Balance of State CoC (VT-500) at the VT Coalition to End Homelessness meeting on 7/17/18: VT BoS CoC Program Project Ranking Policy – final version FFY18 CoC NEW Project Scoring Tool – final version FFY18 CoC RENEWAL project scoring tool – final version The - [ Public Comments Requested and Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-comments-requested-and-vote-warning-for-august-21st-vceh-vt-bos-coc-meeting-2/) - Public Comments Requested and Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting VT CoC Emergency Transfer Plan for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault or Stalking:Vermont CoC Emergency Transfer Plan DRAFT VAWA Client Release of Information DRAFT VAWA Emergency Transfer Request VAWA Notice of Rights for Tenants VAWA Property Owner Rights VAWA Self-Certification Form 5382 CoC - [Public Comments Requested and Vote Warning for August 21st VCEH/VT BoS CoC Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-comments-requested-and-vote-warning-for-august-21st-vceh-vt-bos-coc-meeting/) - VCEH_CoC_Monitoring_Policy_DRAFT_7.20.18 VCEH_CoC_Monitoring_Form_DRAFT_7.20.18 VCEH_CoC_Monitoring_Threshold_Template_DRAFT_7.20.18 - [July 2018 VCEH Meeting Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/july-2018-vceh-meeting-materials/) - Agenda for VCEH Meeting Tuesday, July 17, 10:00AM-12:00PM at Chandler Music Hall, 71-73 Main Street, Randolph, VT Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Attendance and Brief Announcements 10:10 Approval of Minutes 10:15 Local Continuums of Care Doug Sinclair, Addison (10 min) Sherry Marcelino, Lamoille (10 min) 10:35 Board nominations – - [FY 2017 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Selection Announcement - VT Balance of State CoC to receive $2,000,000](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy-2017-youth-homelessness-demonstration-program-selection-announcement-vt-balance-of-state-coc-to-receive-2000000/) - To help end youth homelessness, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is awarding $43 million to 11 local communities, including 5 rural communities, through its Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP). This project supports a wide range of housing programs including rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and host homes. HUD developed - [June Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/june-vermont-coalition-to-end-homelessness-meeting/) - Meeting Reminder: Please find below information and materials for our monthly Vermont Coalition to End Homeless meeting. Date/Time: Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - 10:00 AM Location: Capstone Community Action 20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641 Phone Participation: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 New Materials/Information: ​Family Unification Program Proposal VSHA (and AHS) will present on their proposal to submit a Family Unification Program - [Announcement:](https://helpingtohousevt.org/announcement/) - The Vermont ​State Housing Authority is pleased to introduce Rick Castillo as our new hire for the Continuum of Care (CoC) Support Specialist position. Rick most recently worked as a case manager at CVOEO's Chittenden Community Action in Burlington. Beginning on June 11th he can be reached at 802-828-5525 or rick@vsha.org. The Specialist position is a partnership with - [Vermont’s Annual Count of Homelessness Shows Mixed Results](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-annual-count-of-homelessness-shows-mixed-results/) - For Immediate Release— May 31, 2018 Contact Josh Davis, 802-490-2951 jdavis@groundworksvt.org Peter Kellerman, 802-989-5872 peter@johngrahamshelter.org Margaret Bozik, 802-861-7370 Margaret.Bozik@champlainhousingtrust.org Travis Poulin, 802-863-6248 x 736 tpoulin@cvoeo.org Vermont’s Annual Count of Homelessness Shows Mixed Results Non-profits and state agencies providing services to people experiencing homelessness release new report MONTPELIER, VT – 1,291 Vermonters were found - [Executive Director of Upper Valley Haven Job Opening](https://helpingtohousevt.org/job-announcement-executive-director-of-upper-valley-haven/) - The Upper Valley Haven (the Haven), a nonprofit social services organization founded in 1980 and located in White River Junction, Vermont, is seeking an experienced, dynamic Executive Director. The Haven serves people in the Upper Valley struggling with poverty by providing food, shelter, service coordination, education and other support. Its vision is to create a - [VCEH April Meeting Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-april-meeting-materials/) - VCEH April Monthly Meeting St. John's Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph Tuesday, April 17 from 10:00-12:00 Call in information: 1-866-244-8528 Access Code 324359 April Meeting Agenda Draft March Meeting Minutes 2018 PIT Count PPT for VCEH A reminder that there will not be a regular VCEH monthly meeting in May. In its place, there will - [Searching for new CoC Support Specialist](https://helpingtohousevt.org/searching-for-new-coc-support-specialist/) - The Coalition is beginning its search for the next Continuum of Care Support Specialist. Please share the job description with your networks and anyone you think may be interested in a dynamic position that exposes them to different parts of the state and the homelessness systems of care. Before May 4, and specific questions may - [March VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/4176/) - Call in information: 1-866-244-8528 Access Code 324359 This is a reminder of the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness' monthly March meeting, which is open to all to attend. We look forward to having guests from the Governor's Opioid Coordination Council (OCC) and the Vermont Council on Homelessness (VCH). Following are the meeting materials: March Meeting Agenda - [Public Notice: VSHA Opening Waitlist April 1](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-notice-vsha-opening-waitlist-april-1/) - Beginning April 1, 2018, Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) will be opening its waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher to receive applications from families qualifying for VSHA’s Disaster and Transitional Housing preferences. We continue to accept applications for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program. To view the Public Notice and for clarification on - [VCEH February Meeting Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-february-meeting-materials/) - Tuesday, February 20, 10:00AM-12:00PM at St. John’s Church, 15 Summer St., Randolph Call In: 1-866-244-8528 participant code 324359 Following are the materials for next week's meeting: Agenda for VCEH Meeting February 2018 Draft January VCEH Meeting Minutes VCEH Youth Action Board Draft Charter - [Electronic Forms for PIT Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/electronic-forms-for-pit-count/) - Here are the LIVE links for the Vermont Balance of State CoC PIT Count. Please do not use the DEMO links previously shared. Be sure to use the right form for the corresponding location of homelessness: Purple: Unsheltered Form for people staying outside, in cars, in tents, abandoned buildings, etc. https://goo.gl/forms/t9KxLVvFHklYJxh12 Green: Non-HMIS Emergency Shelter/ Domestic and Sexual - [PIT Count 2018 Webinar to collect non-HMIS data](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pit-count-2018-webinar-to-collect-non-hmis-data/) - You can view the one-hour recording of the webinar that reviews how to fill out the electronic and paper Point in Time Count forms here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRqFjRuZwUjxs6dhwoQC1TSGInjNKwvvxrO3ibXBkzqOhyJg/viewform Additionally, go to helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime to find a link to the electronic form and paper form. If you have any questions about the upcoming Point in Time Count, reach out - [Point in Time Count Forms](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-forms/) - The following forms are to be filled out for anyone who, on the night of January 31, is staying in an unsheltered location, in a motel paid for with a GA motel voucher, in a domestic or sexual violence shelter, or in another emergency shelter that does not input data into the VT Homeless Management - [Shelter Coordinator Position Open at Circle](https://helpingtohousevt.org/searching-for-a-shelter-coordinator-at-circle/) - Circle, the victim service provider in Washington County, is searching for a Shelter Coordinator to provide case management and support to persons residing at Circle's shelter. The position description can be found here. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to bwss@sover.net. - [VCEH January Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-january-meeting/) - Where: St. John's Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph When: Tuesday, January 16 from 10:00-12:00 Call in information: 1-866-244-8528 Access Code 324259# This is a reminder of the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness' monthly January meeting, which is open to all to attend. Following are the meeting materials: VCEH January Meeting Agenda DRAFT VCEH December Meeting - [REMINDER: Homelessness Awareness Day & Memorial Vigil - Jan 10, State House, Montpelier](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-homelessness-awareness-day-memorial-vigil-jan-10-state-house-montpelier/) - HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS DAY & MEMORIAL VIGIL WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2018 STATE HOUSE, MONTPELIER Your voice is needed at the State Capitol! Come to Montpelier to tell lawmakers how we can end homelessness in Vermont! Join advocates from all across the state at Homelessness Awareness Day at the State House. We need you to engage with - [CVOEO Releases Illustrated Guide for Vermont Renters](https://helpingtohousevt.org/cvoeo-releases-illustrated-guide-for-vermont-renters/) - The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) has released a digital PDF version of An Illustrated Guide to Vermont Renter’s Rights. The guide is narrated by visually striking cartoons that explain tenant rights and responsibilities throughout the rental process, and suggests resources for renters who need additional assistance. The guide is currently available in - [Homelessness Awareness Day - Jan 10, State House, Montpelier](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-jan-10-state-house-montpelier/) - HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS DAY & MEMORIAL VIGIL WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2018 STATE HOUSE, MONTPELIER Dear Coalition Members and Friends, Every year in January concerned citizens and housing and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage their representatives and senators and to renew the commitment to - [Point in Time Count Webinar](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-webinar/) - Point in Time Count Webinar Thursday, January 18, 10:00-11:30 AM The VCEH Point in Time Count Committee will be holding a webinar to go over data collection and entry for the upcoming Point in Time (PIT) Count. The webinar will focus on filling out the PIT Count forms, which are filled out with each household - [Vote Warning for January Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warning-for-january-meeting/) - The following items will be voted on at the VCEH January meeting: VCEH Coordinated Entry Policies and Procedures VCEH Housing Assessment VCEH Housing Crisis Referral Form VCEH Coordinated Entry Participant Information and Complaint Process - [December Monthly Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/december-monthly-meeting/) - VCEH December Monthly Meeting St. John’s Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph Tuesday, December 19 from 10:00-12:00 Call in information: 1-866-244-8528 Passcode 324359# Following are the December meeting materials: VCEH December Meeting Agenda Draft Minutes for November VCEH Meeting Housing Not Handcuffs Report - [Bidder's Conference Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/bidders-conference-minutes/) - Josh Davis, VCEH Co-Chair and Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, led a Bidder's Conference for consultants regarding the VCEH Strategic Planning RFP. Click here to view the minutes from the meeting. - [Listening Session on Federal Plan to End Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/listening-session-on-federal-strategic-plan-to-prevent-end-homelessness/) - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2017 , 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM At the offices of the Department of Housing and Urban Development First Floor Auditorium 10 Causeway Street, Boston, MA 02222 RSVP by December 1 to Josephine Hauer The United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) is gathering comments from stakeholders nationwide as it prepares to - [November VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/november-vceh-meeting/) - VCEH November Monthly Meeting St. John's Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph Tuesday, November 21 from 10:00-12:00 Call in information: 1-866-244-8528 Passcode 324359# Following are the November meeting materials: VCEH November Meeting Agenda Advocacy Skills & Legislative Issues Handout Draft Minutes for October VCEH Meeting - [Coordinated Entry Webinar Recording](https://helpingtohousevt.org/coordinated-entry-webinar-recording/) - The Coordinated Entry Committee held a webinar on Monday, 11/6 to review the preliminary draft Coordinated Entry Policies & Procedures. View the recording and materials below. Webinar Recording Slideshow Presentation Submit feedback here on the policies and procedures, and also the preliminary draft Housing Crisis Referral Form and Housing Assessment. You may also send feedback - [Request for Proposals for VCEH Strategic Planning](https://helpingtohousevt.org/request-for-proposals-for-vceh-strategic-planning/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is seeking proposals from consultants to facilitate the development of a five-year strategic plan for the Coalition. All of the details can be found in the Request for Proposals. Please share the RFP with consultants who are well qualified at facilitating and developing an inclusive, comprehensive Strategic Plan. The - [Point in Time Count 3 Months Away](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-3-months-away/) - Vermont's Annual Point in Time Count A Count & Survey of People Experiencing Homelessness The Night of January 31, 2018 Communities across the nation annually conduct a Point in Time Count of people experiencing homelessness to better understand & plan for the needs of some of our most vulnerable community members. During the 2017 Point - [VCEH Coordinated Entry Materials for Review & Webinar](https://helpingtohousevt.org/coordinated-entry-materials-for-review/) - Below you will find the preliminary drafts of the VCEH CE Materials. As a reminder, the Release of Information and VCEH Coordinated Entry Partnership agreement have already been approved. The CE Committee is seeking feedback on the following through Tuesday, November 21. Please provide comments and feedback to Sarah Phillips, Laurel Chen or your VCEH - [VCEH October Monthly Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-october-monthly-meeting/) - Please find below and attached information and materials for our monthly Vermont Coalition to End Homeless meeting. Date/Time: Tuesday, October 17, 2017 – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: St. John’s Church, 15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT Phone Participation: 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# Materials for the meeting: Agenda Draft Minutes from September Joint Meeting VAHC Portion - [FY17 VT BoS Final CoC Community Application & Project Priority Listing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/3771/) - Dear Coalition members and friends, Following is the final Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care FY17 Community Application, as well as the final CoC Program Project Priority Listing, which will be submitted today. We received no public comments. FY17 VT BoS CoC Community Application FINAL 9.25.17 VT BoS CoC Project Priority Listing FINAL 9.25.17 - [Seeking Feedback: VT BoS CoC FY17 Application & Project Priority Listing DRAFT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/seeking-feedback-vt-bos-coc-fy17-application-project-priority-listing-draft/) - Following is the draft of the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care FY17 Community Application, as well as the CoC Program-Project Priority Listing. Please send comments and feedback to Daniel Blankenship by no later than Monday, September 25 at 10AM. VT BoS CoC Community Application Draft 9.21.17 VT BoS CoC Project Priority Listing Draft - [Vote Warning for VCEH October Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vote-warning-for-vceh-october-meeting/) - At the VCEH September meeting, a vote was warned for the October meeting to approve the attached VCEH Strategic Planning Committee Charter. Please share with your local CoC to review before the October VCEH meeting on Tuesday, October 17. Anyone interested in joining the committee may contact Laurel Chen or Josh Davis. - [FY17 CoC Program Project Ranking List - VT BoS Final Determination](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2017-coc-program-project-ranking-list-vt-bos-final-determination-9-12-17/) - Below is this year’s FINAL FY 2017 CoC Program Project Priority List as determined and approved by the VCEH ranking committee. All projects listed below will be included in the VT BOS CoC Program Consolidated Application submission. Highlights from the VT BoS CoC Ranking Committee’s determination: VCEH identified $126,835 in available CoC funds to reallocate - [Reminder of VCEH/VAHC Joint Meeting - 9/13 in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-of-vahcvceh-joint-meeting-913-in-randolph/) - This is a quick reminder for next Wednesday’s Annual Joint Meeting of the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness. After lunch, the VAHC Annual Meeting and the VCEH monthly meeting will be held concurrently at the same location: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Our Lady of - [Annual VCEH/VAHC Joint Meeting - Gov Scott Confirmed - Sept 13](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-and-vahc-joint-meeting-september-13/) - VCEH's annual joint meeting with the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition, followed by an abbreviated VCEH monthly meeting, will take place on Wednesday, September 13 from 9:30 - 2:00 at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church, Randolph. The agenda is still being finalized, but Governor Phil Scott and House Speaker Mitzi Johnson are confirmed to - [FY17 CoC Final Project Priority Listing Determination](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy17-coc-final-project-priority-listing-determination/) - DearBelow is this year’s FY2017 CoC Project Priority Listing as determined and approved by the VCEH Ranking Committee (All CoC Project Applications must be entered in esnaps by 4PM Wednesday, September 13, 2017): APPLICANT TYPE PROJECTS: TIER 1 BUDGET RANK BHP PSH Shelter+Care (So. Windham) - Renewal $222,472 1 VSHA RRH Rapid Rehousing Statewide - - [Upper Valley Haven Employment Opportunities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/upper-valley-haven-employment-opportunities/) - The Upper Valley Haven, a member of the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care, has openings for the following positions: Social Workers: We are seeking qualified candidates to provide and coordinate outreach and support for individuals and families who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Candidates should be empathetic, creative problem-solvers who - [VCEH FY18 Budget](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-fy18-budget/) - Following is the VCEH FY18 budget, which was approved at the August VCEH meeting by the VCEH Board: VCEH budget. FY18 - [August Meeting Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/august-meeting-materials/) - Please find below and attached information and materials for our monthly Vermont Coalition to End Homeless meeting. Date/Time: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: St. John’s Church in Randolph, VT Phone Participation: 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# Materials for the meeting: Agenda Draft Minutes from July Meeting Local Continuum of Care Assessment - [National Alliance to End Homelessness Annual Conference](https://helpingtohousevt.org/national-alliance-to-end-homelessness-annual-conference/) - VCEH Board member Whitney Nichols was fortunate to attend the National Alliance to End Homelessness' (NAEH) annual conference in Washington, D.C. this year. Whitney led a session on the importance of peer support in the work of homeless services. Following are some materials he shared at the monthly VCEH meeting from the conference: NAEH Advocacy - [System Performance Measures for FY16](https://helpingtohousevt.org/system-performance-measures-for-fy16/) - In this post, I will share with you all the System Performance Measures for the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care, submitted to the Department for Housing and Urban Development (HUD) earlier this year. Meghan Morrow from the Institute for Community Alliances (ICA) provided an overview on these at the July VCEH meeting. Thank - [HUD NOFA Timeline & Project Funding Summary](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-nofa-timeline-project-funding-summary/) - The following was sent out to the VCEH listserv on Monday, July 31, 2017. If you would like to be added to the listserv, please email Luke Dodge. Below you will find additional materials in preparation for the submission of the FY17 Continuum of Care Programs application for homeless assistance. The materials below pertain the - [Letter of Intent Form for FY17 VT Balance of State Continuum Care of Projects](https://helpingtohousevt.org/letter-of-intent-form-for-fy17-vt-balance-of-state-continuum-care-of-projects/) - On July 14, 2017, as part of the annual Continuum of Care Program Competition, HUD released the Notice of Funding Availability for FFY2017 funds. Over 400 HUD-designated Continuums of Care compete for approximately $2 billion as part of a community process. This Letter of Intent Form, which was emailed out on July 19, 2017 to - [Update on General Assistance Emergency Housing – Fiscal Year 2018 Budget](https://helpingtohousevt.org/update-on-general-assistance-emergency-housing-fiscal-year-2018-budget/) - Dear Coalition Members & Friends, We were thrilled to hear from DCF Commissioner Ken Schatz this morning the good news that General Assistance Emergency Housing alternatives will be fully funded past September 30. Further, Commissioner Schatz has indicated that he is able to do this without implementing GA policy changes this fiscal year. For those - [2017 VCEH Local CoC Assessment Report](https://helpingtohousevt.org/3346/) - Friends, I am pleased to announce the release of the 2017 Local CoC Assessment Report, a year-long project that comes as a result of meetings with each Local CoC. This report details certain best practices that are happening across the Balance of State, local perspectives on the VCEH, common areas for improvement, and an explanation - [July VCEH Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, July 18](https://helpingtohousevt.org/july-vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-july-18/) - July Monthly Meeting Tuesday, 7/18/2017 10-12 St. John's Church, Randolph Meeting Materials Agenda Draft June Meeting Minutes FY16 CoC Planning - proposed budget revisions DRAFT Alternate VCEH Meeting Locations See the post below for materials related to the 8 votes that will take place at this meeting. - [Votes Warned for July Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/votes-warned-for-july-meeting/) - The following 8 items will be voted on at the VCEH July meeting on July 18th (Please note at the end of this message is a condensed list of voting materials): 1) Shall the Coalition accept the revisions to the standing rules? VCEH Governance Charter - DRAFT 2) Shall the nominees for VCEH Board Representatives - [June VCEH Meeting Materials- Tuesday, June 20, 2017](https://helpingtohousevt.org/june-vceh-meeting-materials-tuesday-june-20-2017/) - June's monthly meeting: Tuesday, 6/20/2017 10-12 St. John's Church, Randolph Meeting Materials: Agenda Draft Minutes for March Meeting Standing Rules Proposed Revisions VCEH Board Member Position Description Updated Continuum of Care Project Ranking Policy (Draft) Reallocating Continuum of Care Projects Policy (Draft) VT Balance of State Written Standards (Draft) Project Scoring Tools (Draft) Following - [June Meeting & NOFA Preparation Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/june-meeting-nofa-preparation-materials/) - Please find below additional draft materials to review for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness monthly meeting: Updated Continuum of Care Project Ranking Policy Reallocating Continuum of Care Projects Policy VT Balance of State Written Standards - [2017 Point in Time Count Report Released](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2017-point-in-time-count-report-released/) - Vermont's 2017 Point in Time Count Report has been released by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance. 1225 Vermonters were found to be literally homeless on the one-night count in January, an overall increase in homelessness by 11% compared to the 2016 Point-in-Time Count. Included in the total were - [Next VCEH Meeting - Tuesday, May 16, 2017](https://helpingtohousevt.org/next-vceh-meeting-tuesday-may-16-2017/) - May's monthly VCEH meeting: Tuesday, 5/16/17, 10 - 12 St. John's Church, Randolph, VT Meeting Agenda Draft minutes from April Meeting - [VT PIT 2017- by county, subpopulation, program](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-pit-2017-by-county-subpopulation-program/) - A big thanks to ICA staff (Meghan, Jesse, Adam and more) for working on this year’s PIT/HIC and providing a statewide PIT summary. The summary is categorized by AHS Districts, Counties and Local CoCs. Please share with your communities. Click here to view and download the statewide PIT summary. Also included in this email are observational - [HOP Funding Updates](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2937/) - Hello current HOP Grantees and potential applicants! I have some further resources for you in the preparation of your application. They are all saved here: http://dcf.vermont.gov/oeo/HOP-RFP Under “Application Materials”: A slightly revised Notice of Funding and Application document with the following corrections Changes: (These are also saved separately also, for your convenience.) Updated Appendix C - [2018 HOP Funding Application Now Available](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2018-hop-funding-application-now-available/) - The HOP Funding Announcement was issued this morning. The full 2018 Funding Announcement and Application for the Housing Opportunity Grant Program is attached, and can also be found on the Office of Economic Opportunity website. Current grantees were provided with the application separately as a Word document, and an optional Budget Tool in Excel. Please - [Votes Warned-- Coordinated Entry](https://helpingtohousevt.org/votes-warned-coordinated-entry/) - The VCEH Board will vote on the following 2 items at its meeting on April 18th, 2017: Does the VCEH approve the Coordinated Entry Confidentiality Principles and Policy, to be used as Attachment B in the Local Coordinated Entry Partnership Agreements? Please note, page 3, Staff Acknowledgement Form is an optional tool for Local Coordinated Entry - [Materials for February Board Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/materials-for-february-board-meeting/) - Date: February 21 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: St. John's Episcopal Church, 15 Summer St, Randolph, VT 05060 Call-In: 641-715- 3272, Access Code: 236613# Meeting Materials: Agenda_for_VCEH_Meeting_February_21_2017 DRAFT December Meeting Minutes DRAFT January Meeting Minutes VAHC 2017 State Legislative Priorities Occupancy Fee Brief Description Don't forget to review this month's HMIS newsletter as well. - [Vermont Rental Subsidy Update](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-rental-subsidy-update/) - Good afternoon, This correspondence follows up on recent conversations regarding the status of the Vermont Rental Subsidy (VRS) Program due to the impact of the Vermont State Housing Authority decision to stop issuing Section 8 housing vouchers as a result of the uncertainty of federal funding. As you are aware, ESD has temporarily stopped granting - [AHS Homelessness Program Improvement Postponed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ahs-homelessness-program-improvement-postponed/) - Good morning, Due to concerns that the timing of our program improvement project could jeopardize the veracity of this year’s Point in Time count, I’m writing to inform you that we will not launch this project until the Point in Time is complete. Our VISTA members will be in touch with your local CoCs and - [AHS Homelessness Programs Improvement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ahs-homelessness-programs-improvement/) - Hello, The Agency of Human Services is conducting a program improvement project to: 1) Evaluate which AHS funded or administered programs and services related to homelessness currently homeless people accessed over the past three years and what the outcomes of these interventions were. 2) Determine which AHS funded or administered programs and services currently homeless - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2800/) - Hello Community Partners, The Agency of Human Services Americorps volunteers would like to express our excitement in launching the 2017 AHS Homelessness Programs Improvement Project. We would like to emphasize the following points: We will be collecting forms from now until the end of February. These forms should be filled out with individuals who are - [Continuum of Care and Rapid Rehousing Introduction Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/continuum-of-care-and-rapid-rehousing-introduction-materials/) - Please find introductory powerpoints for Vermont State Housing Authority's Rapid Rehousing program as well as background information on Continuum of Care structure, history, and funding. If you have any questions, please contact Daniel Blankenship at VSHA. - [Brattleboro's Lamplighter Inn May Get New Life As Supportive Housing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/brattleboros-lamplighter-inn-may-get-new-life-as-supportive-housing/) - From VPR: A housing group in Brattleboro wants to purchase a motel and build a supportive housing development with 22 new apartments. Eleven of those units would be devoted to long-term housing for homeless individuals. The Lamplighter Inn sticks out like a battered sore thumb among the newer chain motels that have opened up along this - [Equal Access & Gender Identity Rule Webinar](https://helpingtohousevt.org/equal-access-gender-identity-rule-webinar/) - Please find materials from the recent Equal Access and Gender Identity Rule Webinar below. Equal Access and Gender Identity Rule Webinar Equal Access Expectations Training Scenarios Equal Access for Transgender People Supporting Inclusive Housing and Shelters - [Agenda for January VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-for-january-vceh-meeting/) - This month's VCEH meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 17th at 10am at St. John's Church in Randolph. Agenda for VCEH Meeting Tuesday, January 17 @ 10:00 AM at St. John’s Church in Randolph Call In 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:20 Minutes – Rebeka Lawrence-Gomez - [Eviction Prevention and Supportive Housing Trainings Rescheduled](https://helpingtohousevt.org/eviction-prevention-and-supportive-housing-trainings-rescheduled/) - The Corporation for Supportive Housing has completed its Roadmap assessment of the path to ending homelessness in Vermont. In the final element of the Roadmap project, the trainings below have been rescheduled for the following dates and locations. Housing Stability and Eviction Prevention Monday January 30th 12:30-4:00 PM- Middlebury College, Middlebury Tuesday January 31st 9:00-12:30 - [REMINDER: Homelessness Awareness Day & Memorial Vigil - Tomorrow, State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-homelessness-awareness-day-memorial-vigil-tomorrow-state-house/) - REMINDER HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS DAY & MEMORIAL VIGIL THURSDAY, JANUARY 5 STATE HOUSE, MONTPELIER Every year in January concerned citizens and housing and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage their representatives and senators and to renew the commitment to end homelessness in our state. - [](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2716/) - Hi folks, As per our discussion at this week's VCEH meeting, please find the proposed budget attached below. Happy Holidays! - [Emergency Housing Update - 12/15-12/16](https://helpingtohousevt.org/emergency-housing-update-1215-1216/) - Emergency Housing Update -12/15 - 12/16 Good afternoon, everyone, As you are no doubt aware, there are extreme wind chills forecasted for tonight, tomorrow, and tomorrow night. During instances like this, we all worry about the warmth and safety of vulnerable Vermonters. As you know, across the state there are individuals currently under a period - [Job Posting - VSHA - Continuum of Care Support Specialist](https://helpingtohousevt.org/job-posting-vsha-continuum-of-care-support-specialist/) - Vermont State Housing Authority, in supporting the VT Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), has a position opening for CoC Support Specialist. This position will develop & maintain effective working relationships with all CoC members & a wide variety of providers to meet the needs of VCEH; support VCEH Board development; assist in planning activities and the - [Agenda for VCEH Meeting - 12/20/16 at 10am at St. John's Church, Randolph VT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-for-vceh-meeting-122016-at-10am-at-st-johns-church-randolph-vt/) - Call In 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:20 Minutes – Rebeka Lawrence-Gomez 10:20 Treasurers Report – Dawn Butterfield 10:25 Committee Updates PIT – MaryEllen Mendl (10 min) HMIS (10 min) Advisory committee – Rebeka ICA report – Megan Morrow Legislative – Erhard (10 min) Homeless - [CSH Eviction Prevention Trainings Postponed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/csh-eviction-prevention-trainings-postponed/) - **EVICTION TRAININGS POSTPONED** Monday November 28, 2016 Due to logistical challenges the two previously scheduled training sessions on EVICTION PREVENTION that were set to occur this week on Tuesday, November 29th at Middlebury College and Wednesday, November 30th in White River Junction are being POSTPONED until a TBD date in early 2017 (January / February). - [VCEH Financial Report - November 2016](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-financial-report-november-2016/) - Hi Folks, Here, you can find the Dues Invoice and the Financial Report for November. See you all tomorrow in Randolph. - [Coordinated Entry ROI Vote Warning](https://helpingtohousevt.org/coordinated-entry-roi-vote-warning/) - BOARD VOTE WARNED for November 22 VCEH Meeting VCEH Coordinated Entry Release of Information (ROI) Should the Coalition adopt the Universal Release of Information for VCEH Coordinated Entry, as recommended by the VCEH Coordinated Entry Committee? You can find the ROI up for vote by clicking here. Information about the VCEH Coordinated Entry Release of - [Save the Dates - Promote Housing Stability and Prevent Evictions](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-dates-promote-housing-stability-and-prevent-evictions/) - Afternoon of November 29th or Morning of November 30th Location TBD* *Sessions will be in two separate locations in Vermont with the same content presented and discussed each day. Participants only need to attend one session. Helping tenants to successfully retain their housing takes creative, progressive engagement, strategies that are inclusive of all key players - [Housing for All Coalition](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-for-all-coalition/) - The coalition built in support of the Occupancy Fee Bill will now be called the Housing For All Coalition. Our next meeting will take place on Thursday, November 3rd from 10-11:30 at the Vt. Network office (63 Barre St, Montpelier). Please let me know if you plan on attending (a call-in option is also available). - [PROPOSED JOB DESCRIPTION: VT BOS COC SUPPORT STAFF*](https://helpingtohousevt.org/proposed-job-description-vt-bos-coc-support-staff/) - 1 Full Time Equivalent (approximately) - $54,450* Contractor or Limited-Service Position** COORDINATION ACTIVITIES .3 FTE CoC Staff/$16,335: HMIS coordination, Partner Building, Meetings, Trainings PROJECT EVALUATION .1 FTE CoC Staff/$5,445: conduct CoC/ESG project evaluation activities using outcomes from APRs, HMIS Data Quality Reports, HUD and CoC performance measures, and other reports/tools identified by the CoC PROJECT - [Agenda for VCEH Meeting - Tuesday, October 18 @10:00 AM at St. John's Church in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-for-vceh-meeting-tuesday-october-18-1000-am-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - Call In 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:20 Minutes - Rebeka Lawrence-Gomez 10:20 Treasurer's Report - Dawn Butterfield 10:25 Committee Updates PIT - MaryEllen Mendl HMIS (10 min) Advisory Committee - Rebeka ICA report - Meghan MOrrow Legislative - Erhard (5 min) Coordinated Entry Workgroup - Sarah - [October VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/october-vceh-meeting/) - Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2016 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Where: St. John's Episcopal Church, 15 Randolph Ave, Randolph, VT 05060 Call-In Number: 641-715- 3272, Access Code: 236613# Meeting Materials: - October Meeting Agenda - DRAFT VCEH Meeting Minutes - September 20, 2016 - Proposed Job Description for CoC Support Staff Please complete this poll to help - [VCEH/VAHC Annual Join Meeting Information](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vcehvahc-annual-join-meeting-information/) - This is a quick reminder for next Tuesday’s Annual Joint Meeting of the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness. After lunch, the VAHC Annual Meeting and the VCEH monthly meeting will be held concurrently at the same location: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 9:30 AM – 2:30 - [HUD CoC Consolidated Application](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-coc-consolidated-application/) - Dear VCEH/VT BoS CoC Members, To ensure input by the full CoC membership (all stakeholders in the VT Balance of State CoC) a draft of this year’s HUD CoC Consolidated Application and Project Priority/Ranking Listing is available on the CoC’s website at www.helpingtohousevt.org under the section “Initiatives” and subsection “HUD Funding & Regulations”. Final comments - [Help Us Welcome HUD Secretary Julián Castro to Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/help-us-welcome-hud-secretary-julian-castro-to-vermont/) - This Thursday, September 1, 1:30pm, Burlington Please join Senator Patrick Leahy, our two other congressional offices, Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger, and the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition in welcoming Julián Castro, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to Vermont. Senator Leahy is hosting a policy roundtable, entitled “The State of Housing in Vermont,” Thursday, - [FY2016 CoC NOFA Project Rankings](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2016-coc-nofa-project-rankings/) - Posted on CoC HTH website and emailed via CoC HTH list serve on 8/24/16 to the full CoC membership, CoC Board, Ranking Team, and all current CoC Program applicants/recipients/ subrecipients. On Tuesday, August 9, the Ranking Team of the VT Coalition to End Homelessness met to review all CoC project applications and determine the order of - [Survey: Roadmap for Ending Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/survey-roadmap-for-ending-homelessness/) - As you may know, a steering committee comprising housing and service providers, state agencies and funding organizations is overseeing an effort to accelerate our mutual work to reduce homelessness and stabilize vulnerable populations. The specific purpose is to build on existing efforts by developing a system for facilitating service-connected affordable housing options, building local capacity, - [Votes Warned, CoC Staff Position, CoC Planning Activities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/votes-warned-coc-staff-position-coc-planning-activities/) - HUD CoC Program Rule - Planning Activities Host Agency-CoC support position Flow Chart VCEH Vote Warning - VT BoS CoC Support Position Job Description - CoC Support Staff Position - [VCEH Upcoming Meeting - August 16 at 10:00 AM - St. John's Church, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-upcoming-meeting-august-16-at-1000-am-st-johns-church-randolph/) - Agenda for VCEH Meeting Tuesday, August 16 @ 10:00 AM at St. John’s Church in Randolph Call In 641-715-3272, Access Code: 236613# 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:15 Minutes – Amos Meacham (for Rebeka) 10:20 Treasurers Report – Dawn Butterfield 10:25 Staffing for VCEH – ME and all (15 min) 10:40 Collective - [2016 Vermont Collective Impact Conference](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2016-vermont-collective-impact-conference/) - Vermont Collective Impact Conference: Moving Forward Together ** $295 Early Bird Registration ($325 after August 15) ** Two-day Conference: November 2-3, 2016 Stoweflake Resort & Conference Center, Stowe, Vermont REGISTER NOW! Early Bird rates end August 15 for this statewide, two-day conference designed for Vermonters working together to address common priorities. Participants will include: Funders Backbone leaders - [HOP 2017 Summary of Awards Released](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hop-2017-summary-of-awards-released/) - The summary of Housing Opportunity Program 2017 awards is now available on the Office of Economic Opportunity’s website: http://dcf.vermont.gov/sites/dcf/files/OEO/Docs/HOP-Grants-SFY2017.pdf The detailed summary includes a listing of all grantees & award amounts, a description of services provided, a chart showing how funds were allocated across the different strategies, and performance measurement standards. The Office of Economic - [VT BoS CoC System Performance Measures](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-bos-coc-system-performance-measures/) - VT BOS COC PROJECT APPLICATIONS: as posted 6/30/16 on the VT Coalition to End Homelessness website and emailed to all local CoCs and stakeholders, a complete “Letter of Intent Form” is due to VT State Housing Authority (VSHA) no later than 10AM - 7/29/16 from any eligible entity who wishes to apply for a current CoC project renewal or - [Fourth Annual White River Junction VA Medical Center Community Mental Health Summit - September 14th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fourth-annual-white-river-junction-va-medical-center-community-mental-health-summit-september-14th/) - Date: September 14, 2016 Time: 9am-1pm Location: White River Junction VA Medical Center - Bldg. 44, Room 103 This year’s Summit will include two plenary sessions; 1) access to mental health care for Veterans and their family members and 2) Suicide Prevention. Sign-in and networking will take place from 9-9:30am, with opening speakers beginning at - [VCEH Monthly Meeting Next Tuesday, July 19th at St. John's Church, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-monthly-meeting-next-tuesday-july-19th-at-st-johns-church-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held, Tuesday, July 19th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:20 Minutes - [VCEH Monthly Meeting Tuesday, June 21st at St. John's Church, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-june-21st-at-st-johns-church-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held, Tuesday, June 21st. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:05 Introductions and Brief Announcements 10:20 Minutes - [Vermont's Rental Housing Affordability Gap Continues to Grow](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-rental-housing-affordability-gap-continues-to-grow/) - BURLINGTON, VT – In order to afford a modest, two-bedroom apartment at the Fair Market Rent in Vermont, renters need to earn $21.13 an hour, or $43,947 a year. This is Vermont’s 2016 Housing Wage, revealed in the annual Out of Reach report released late last month by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, a - [Pathways Vermont's Community Partners Communication Survey](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pathways-vermonts-community-partners-communication-survey/) - The following message is from Pathways Vermont: Hello - thank you to everyone who has already completed Pathways Vermont's Community Partners Communication Survey. For those who did not have the chance, or if there are others in your community who may give us feedback on how we can be a strong community partner and improve - [Reminder: Next VCEH Monthly Meeting Is May 17th At St. John's Church In Randolph - Agenda](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-next-vceh-monthly-meeting-is-may-17th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph-agenda/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, May 17th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order - MaryEllen Mendl, - [HUD CoC Tier 2 Awards - What Happened?](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-coc-tier-2-awards-what-happened/) - Written by Steve Berg: http://www.endhomelessness.org/blog/entry/the-continuum-of-care-tier-2-awards-what-happened#.VzR7mTHmq1u Last week, Continuums of Care (CoC) got word about how much money their communities’ programs would receive in the second of two “tiers” of funding from the federal government. For some it was cause for celebration, and for others, concern. We’ve heard many questions, from reporters, Congressional offices, local activists - [REVISED HMIS Advisory Board Governance Charter (VOTE WARNED)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/revised-hmis-advisory-board-governance-charter-vote-warned/) - As discussed at April's meeting, the HMIS Advisory Board would like the group to review and approve their Governance Charter. To view the REVISED charter, click here and for a list of current HMIS Advisory Board Members, click here. Please be prepared to have the VCEH representative from your local CoC vote on approval of - [HUD Awards $2.3 Million for Local Homeless Programs in Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-awards-2-3-million-for-local-homeless-programs-in-vermont/) - Yesterday, HUD announced the final Tier 2 awards for Continuum of Care Programs with both CoCs (Balance of State and Chittenden) in Vermont approved for all submitted applications including: All CoC renewal projects All CoC reallocated projects (two new ICA/HMIS grants, new CVOEO/Coordinated Entry project, and a new VSHA Permanent Housing/Rapid Rehousing project in Franklin/Lamoille/Washington - [Community Conversation on Homelessness - Montpelier, May 16th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/community-conversation-on-homelessness-montpelier-may-16th/) - The City of Montpelier, through its Housing Task Force, in partnership with Good Samaritan Haven is hosting a Community Conversation on Homelessness. The public is invited and encouraged to participate in a dialogue that will include representatives from the City, Downstreet Housing and Community Development, the Montpelier Police Department, Montpelier Community Justice Center, Another Way, - [Gov. Shumlin Highlights Success in Reducing Homelessness and Re-confirms Commitment to End Family Homelessness By 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/gov-shumlin-highlights-success-in-reducing-homelessness-and-re-confirms-commitment-to-end-family-homelessness-by-2020/) - Yesterday, Governor Shumlin signed an Executive Order related to Publicly Funded Housing for the Homeless. Below is an excerpt from the official press release that discusses the Order and progress being made to end homelessness in Vermont: A year after establishing a commitment to end family homelessness in Vermont by 2020, Governor Peter Shumlin today announced - [SAVE THE DATE - Vermont Collective Impact Conference - November 2-3, 2016](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-vermont-collective-impact-conference-november-2-3-2016/) - 2016 Vermont Collective Impact Conference Two-day conference: November 2-3, 2016 Stoweflake Resort & Conference Center, Stowe, Vermont We are pleased to share the good news that the 2016 Vermont Collective Impact Conference will be held on November 2-3, 2016. This statewide, two-day conference will build on the momentum of the 2015 Collective Impact Conference and - [2015/2016 Membership Form and Other Updates](https://helpingtohousevt.org/20152016-membership-form-and-other-updates/) - As a reminder, the VCEH 2015-16 membership form is now available. Membership in VCEH is open to any individual or organization interested in participating in this grassroots effort, and you can learn more about the VCEH at www.helpingtohousevt.org. Suggested organizational membership dues are based on the annual operating budget, or in the case of a multi-purpose organization, the - [Agenda & Materials for VCEH Monthly Meeting - Tuesday April 19th at St. John's Church in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-materials-for-vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-april-19th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held Tuesday, April 19th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order - MaryEllen Mendl, Co-Chair - [Annual Point-in-Time Count of Homelessness Shows Improvement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/annual-point-in-time-count-of-homelessness-shows-improvement/) - The 2016 PIT Report was released today by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance: On a single night in January, 1,102 Vermonters were found to be homeless. The 2016 Point-In-Time Count, released today by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance, showed an overall - [Housing Opportunity Grant Program Application Available](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-opportunity-grant-program-application-available/) - The Housing Opportunity Grant Program (HOP) is administered by the State Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) and blends federal and state funding to help nonprofit organizations, including community and faith-based organizations, operate within local Continua of Care to provide emergency and day shelter; provide transitional housing where appropriate; offer essential services to shelter residents; rapidly - [System Performance Measures Videos from HUD Exchange](https://helpingtohousevt.org/system-performance-measures-videos-from-hud-exchange/) - From the HUD Exchange: A critical aspect of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, as amended, is a focus on viewing the local homeless response as a coordinated system of homeless assistance options as opposed to homeless assistance programs and funding sources that operate independently in a community. To facilitate this perspective the Act now requires - [OEO Awards New Emergency Housing Alternatives Grant to SEVCA and Groundworks Collaborative](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeo-awards-new-emergency-housing-alternatives-grant-to-sevca-and-groundworks-collaborative/) - BRATTLEBORO – The Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO), a division of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), recently awarded a total of $48,228 to Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) and Groundworks Collaborative. The grants are to fund two unique approaches to bolster capacity to serve homeless families and individuals in the Brattleboro Agency - [Reminder: Next VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow - March, 15th at St. John's Church in Randolph - Agenda & Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-next-vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-march-15th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph-agenda-materials/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, March 15th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order - MaryEllen Mendl, - [Fulfilling the Dream: Aligning State Efforts to Implement Olmstead and End Chronic Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fulfilling-the-dream-aligning-state-efforts-to-implement-olmstead-and-end-chronic-homelessness/) - This brief from the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness makes the case for state-level alignment of efforts to end chronic homelessness and efforts to comply with the community integration mandate under Title II of the ADA. The document provides seven key strategies to guide states in developing an action plan to achieve both an - [Jobs For Independence Program Information](https://helpingtohousevt.org/jobs-for-independence-program-information/) - Below is information on the Jobs For Independence program scheduled to begin on March 7th. Any potential future participants should go to their local Community Action Agency to start the process. For more information, view a PowerPoint presentation on the program here. Jobs for Independence Summary: In 2015, Vermont was one of ten states chosen - [Vermont Department of Labor Seeks Public Comment On WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-department-of-labor-seeks-public-comment-on-wioa-workforce-innovation-and-opportunity-act/) - The Vermont Department of Labor (VDOL) has scheduled meetings around the state to seek public comment and engage stakeholders in the dialogue about the changes to the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The meetings will be facilitated by Vermont Department of Labor regional managers, and key questions will be presented and discussed in - [Five Joint Public Hearings on the Governor’s Proposed FY 2017 State Budget - Monday, February 15th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/five-joint-public-hearings-on-the-governors-proposed-fy-2017-state-budget/) - The Vermont House and Senate Committees on Appropriations are seeking public input on the FY2017 proposed State budget and will hold five joint public hearings Monday, February 15, 2016, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at 5 locations across the State. For further information, please go to: http://www.leg.state.vt.us/jfo/appropriations/fy_2017/Community-Based%20Joint%20Public%20Hearings%20on%20FY2017%20Budget%20-%20Site%20List.pdf . The Committees will take testimony on the Governor’s FY - [Webinar Training for Homeless Shelter/Service Providers: ADA & Fair Housing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-training-for-homeless-shelterservice-providers-ada-fair-housing/) - The Office of Economic Opportunity is pleased to host 2 companion training webinars for homeless shelters and transitional programs on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Housing. Please register in advance separately for each by using the links below. Webinars will be recorded and archived for later viewing. We strongly encourage you to participate live to - [VT AHS Summary Housing Outcomes - 2015](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-ahs-summary-housing-outcomes-2015/) - To view the summaries of key VT Agency of Human Services housing programs such as emergency shelter & services, supportive housing, weatherization and homelessness prevention over FY 2015, click here. - [VT Veterans Committee](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-veterans-committee/) - The message below is from the VT Veterans Committee: The national goal of ending Veteran’s homelessness has created a needed sense of urgency in states and cities across the country. Vermont has made good progress, especially in reducing the number of homeless Veterans who remain unsheltered. We continue to be impressed by the passionate professionalism - [Janaury Monthly Meeting Agenda and Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/janaury-monthly-meeting-agenda-and-materials/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held today, Tuesday, January 19th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order - Sara - [Save the Date: January 7th - Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil at the State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-january-7th-homelessness-awareness-day-and-memorial-vigil-at-the-state-house/) - Every year in January concerned citizens and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage their representatives and to renew their commitment to end homelessness in our state. Please join us on Thursday, January 7th for the Annual Homelessness Memorial Vigil and Awareness Day. The day will kick - [Homeless Service & Education Partnership; Domestic Violence Training](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homeless-service-domestic-violence-training/) - The Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity currently has two training opportunities available for staff. The first is an upcoming webinar sponsored in partnership with the Agency of Education. The 2nd is a free online training on Domestic Violence from the Agency of Human Services for individuals to complete at their own pace: Supporting Kids Together: Homeless - [Agenda for Tomorrow's VCEH Monthly Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-for-tomorrows-vceh-monthly-meeting-2/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be heldtomorrow, Tuesday, December 15th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order - MaryEllen Mendl, Co-Chair 10:00 - [Public Notice: Vermont State Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-notice-vermont-state-housing-authority-section-8-housing-choice-voucher-program/) - Beginning December 21, 2015 Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) will open its waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program to receive applications from families applying for VSHA’s Preference for Homeless Families with Case Management Support. The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program remains closed,except that applications will be - [HUD Publishes Opening Doors Through Multifamily Housing: Toolkit for Implementing a Homeless Preference](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-publishes-opening-doors-through-multifamily-housing-toolkit-for-implementing-a-homeless-preference/) - The Office of Multifamily Housing at HUD is an active player in Opening Doors, the federal strategic plan to prevent and end homelessness, developed in 2010 and amended in 2015. The Plan provides a framework for federal agencies and state and local partners to work together to meet specific goals to end homelessness. In July - [Register Today: Preparing for Your 2016 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) & Point-in-Time (PIT) Count Webinar - December 2, 2015 - 3 PM EST](https://helpingtohousevt.org/register-today-preparing-for-your-2016-housing-inventory-count-hic-point-in-time-pit-count-webinar-december-2-2015-3-pm-est/) - HUD will host a webinar on preparing for the 2016 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) Count on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 from 3:00-4:00 PM EST. The webinar will cover the 2016 Notice for Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) Data Collection for Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and Emergency Solutions Grant Program. - ["Difficult Choices: Housing for Vermont Families" Published by Voices for Vermont's Children](https://helpingtohousevt.org/difficult-choices-housing-for-vermont-families-published-by-voices-for-vermonts-children/) - Voices for Vermont's Children recently published a report titled "Difficult Choices: Housing for Vermont Families" that discusses how the housing crisis in Vermont affects children. The report highlights many findings such as the following: Housing is too expensive for many of Vermont's working families. Vermont is consistently the least affordable state in the country when - [VCEH 2015-16 Annual Membership Form](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-2015-16-annual-membership-form/) - The VCEH 2015-16 membership form is now available. Membership in VCEH is open to any individual or organization interested in participating in this grassroots effort. Suggested organizational membership dues are based on the annual operating budget, or in the case of a multi-purpose organization, the housing program’s budget. Individual memberships are welcomed and encouraged! The - [Agenda for Tomorrow's VCEH Monthly Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-for-tomorrows-vceh-monthly-meeting/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, November 17th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief Announcements - [Report to Governor Shumlin From the Council on Pathways From Poverty](https://helpingtohousevt.org/report-to-governor-shumlin-from-the-council-on-pathways-from-poverty/) - Yesterday, the Council on Pathways From Poverty delivered their annual report to the Governor. Below is an excerpt from a VT Digger article on the report, which highlights the need for affordable housing: Advocates are backing a hotel occupancy fee to help the state tackle homelessness and affordable housing issues. In the Pathways from Poverty - [Public Budget Forums to Receive Public Comments on the FY 2017 State Budget Development](https://helpingtohousevt.org/public-budget-forums-to-receive-public-comments-on-the-fy-2017-state-budget-development/) - The Agency of Administration Department of Finance and Management is holding two public webinars to discuss the FY 17 state budget on November 23, 2015: Secretary of Administration, Justin Johnson announced two open- to- the public webinars to discuss the FY 17 State budget on November 23, 2015. In accordance with Act 162 Sec E.100.1 - [Court Upholds Benefit Cuts to Low-Income Disabled Families, Dismisses Lawsuit](https://helpingtohousevt.org/court-upholds-benefit-cuts-to-low-income-disabled-families-dismisses-lawsuit/) - A federal district court judge dismissed a class action lawsuit brought by low-income parents with disabilities late Monday afternoon. Judge Willliam K. Sessions, III found that a new law reducing public assistance to families with disabled parents receiving Supplemental Security Income is constitutional and violated no federal law. The ruling means that affected families receiving - [FFY2015 VT BoS CoC Consolidated Application - FINAL](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ffy2015-vt-bos-coc-consolidated-application-final/) - The final and complete version of the FFY2015 VT BoS CoC Consolidated Application can be located on the VCEH website at the following link: https://helpingtohousevt.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/FFY2015-VT-BoS-CoC-Consolidated-Application-FINAL-11.10.15.pdf. The Vermont State Housing Authority will submit the Consolidated Application, along with a screenshot of this public posting evidence, by the end of business today. Thank you to all who - [IMPORTANT: FY2015 VT BoS CoC NOFA Materials - Please Review](https://helpingtohousevt.org/important-fy2015-vt-bos-coc-nofa-materials-please-review/) - Please review the following materials and instructions regarding the FY2015 VT BoS CoC NOFA: FFY2015 VT BoS CoC Projects-Priority Listing Posting FINAL 11.3.15 – The final VT BoS CoC priority ranking determination (as made by the Project Ranking Committee on behalf of VCEH) of all submitted CoC project applications to be included in the HUD - [Upcoming Training: Making it Stick, November 12th in Rutland](https://helpingtohousevt.org/upcoming-training-making-it-stick-november-12th-in-rutland/) - Sponsored by OEO in partnership with the VT Association for Mental Health & Addiction Recovery - Making it Stick. November 12th, 2015 from 9:30am - 3:30pm at the Franklin Howe Conference Center in Rutland. This relapse awareness training incorporates information on both addiction and mental health conditions. This training is designed to decrease the stigma - [Save the Date: Webinar - Effective Coordination between Hospitals and CoC Homeless Assistance Providers - November 10, 2015 - 1 PM EDT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-webinar-effective-coordination-between-hospitals-and-coc-homeless-assistance-providers-november-10-2015-1-pm-edt/) - This webinar will explore how three hospital systems – state, county and private nonprofit – have streamlined their internal operations, coordinated with homeless Continuums of Care and effectively leveraged both internal and external resources to reduce overuse of hospital emergency departments and frequent readmissions, while improving discharge outcomes and expanding access for homeless and at-risk - [Myths & Realities of Homelessness Panel Discussion in Brattleboro, November 6th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/myths-realities-of-homelessness-panel-discussion-in-brattleboro-november-6th/) - On Friday, November 6th Groundworks Collaborative will be hosting a panel discussion on the Myths & Realities of Homelessness at the First Baptist Church of Brattleboro. The discussion begins at 6:00pm and doors open at 5:00pm for networking. For more information, click here. - [REMINDER: VCEH Monthly Meeting Tuesday, October 20th at St. John's Church In Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-october-20th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, October 20th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief - [Potential NEW CoC Funding & RSVP-NOFA Cte](https://helpingtohousevt.org/potential-new-coc-funding-rsvp-nofa-cte/) - Dear All Interested Parties & Board of the VT BoS CoC: NOFA COMMITTEE: Please RSVP at daniel@vsha.org or 828-0294 if and when you want to participate in one or both of two meetings via conference calls: #1 (Oct. 2nd/AM or PM) and/or #2 (Oct. 12 or 13 – AM or PM). All resources will be posted on VCEH website or available upon email/phone request. - [Register Now for the Vermont Collective Impact Conference](https://helpingtohousevt.org/register-now-for-the-vermont-collective-impact-conference/) - Vermont Collective Impact Conference: Moving Beyond Collaboration to Transform Our Communities: October 20, 2015 • 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, Vermont $85 Early Bird Registration Fee ($100 after October 1) United Way of Chittenden County, The University of Vermont Medical Center, The Vermont Community Foundation and Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission - [The FY 2015 CoC Program Competition is Now Open](https://helpingtohousevt.org/the-fy-2015-coc-program-competition-is-now-open/) - The Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Continuum of Care Program Competition has been posted to the FY 2015 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition: Funding Availability page on the HUD Exchange. The FY 2015 CoC Consolidated Application and Project Applications are now available in e-snaps. Submission Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2015 at 7:59:59 PM EST - [Final Emergency Solutions Grant Report](https://helpingtohousevt.org/final-emergency-solutions-grant-report/) - The Office of Economic Opportunity has published its end of year report for the Emergency Solutions Grant Program. Vermont’s Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program, provided a blend of state and federal (HUD) funding to support operations, staffing and homelessness prevention and re-housing assistance at approximately 40 non-profit emergency shelter, transitional housing and prevention programs serving - [New Partnership Aimed at Helping Homeless Veterans](https://helpingtohousevt.org/new-partnership-aimed-at-helping-homeless-veterans/) - Local 22 (mychamplainvalley.com) recently reported on a collaboration between the Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program and the Vermont State Police to aid in the effort to end veteran homelessness in Vermont: In the United States, it's estimated that more than 200 thousand veterans are homeless on any given night. More than 400 thousand veterans - [REMINDER: Annual Joint Meeting of VAHC & VCEH and VCEH Monthly Meeting Wednesday, Sept 9th in Randolph, VT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-annual-joint-meeting-of-vahc-vceh-and-vceh-monthly-meeting-wednesday-sept-9th-in-randolph-vt/) - We very much hope you can attend the meetings of the two Coalitions next Wednesday. We have an exciting agenda planned for the day, which includes numerous special guests: Hal Cohen, Secretary of the Agency of Human Services Representative Mitzi Johnson, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Kate Ash, Alex Craven and Kevin Veller from - [Next Veterans Mental Health Council Meeting Wednesday, September 30th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/next-veterans-mental-health-council-meeting-wednesday-september-30th/) - The next meeting of the Mental Health Council for veteran services in Vermont and New Hampshire will take place on Wednesday, September 30th at 3:00pm at the VA Medical Center in White River Junction. Below are more details on the meeting and how you can participate, including a call-in option: As you know, we have - [Annual Joint Meeting of VAHC & VCEH and VCEH Monthly Meeting - Wednesday, Sept 9th in Randolph, VT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/annual-joint-meeting-of-vahc-vceh-and-vceh-monthly-meeting-wednesday-sept-9th-in-randolph-vt/) - The VCEH annual joint meeting with the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition (VAHC) and our regular monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 9 from 9:30 - 2:00 at Our Lady of the Angels Church in Randolph (please note the change from our regularly scheduled day, time, and venue). As always, this year’s agenda will - [Groundworks Collaborative to Hold Fifth Annual Hike for the Homeless on September 12th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/groundworks-collaborative-to-hold-fifth-annual-hike-for-the-homeless-on-september-12th/) - Groundworks Collaborative will hold its fifth annual Hike for the Homeless fundraiser on Saturday, September 12 (rain date, September 13th), on Mount Wantastiquet in Hinsdale, NH. There will be two start times, 10am and 12:30pm, each beginning at the Mountain Road trailhead in Hinsdale (an immediate left after the second bridge on Route 119 when coming from downtown - [Board Gives the Nod to New Shelter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/board-gives-the-nod-to-new-shelter/) - The Development Review Board in Brattleboro approved Groundworks Collaborative's application for the use of a new location for an emergency overnight shelter, which is set to open this November. Below is an excerpt of an article from The Commons with further details on this project and what lies ahead: Despite the warmth of this summer, - [Emergency Housing Update, Memo, and Documents](https://helpingtohousevt.org/emergency-housing-update-memo-and-documents/) - Please see the following Memo and supporting documentation regarding Emergency Housing: Emergency Housing Memo 8.27.15 Restructuring Resource Allocation SFY16 GA Housing Data SFY15 Letter of Intent Template Members of the DCF Housing Team are available for questions: Commissioner’s Office Ken Schatz – Commissioner – ken.schatz@vermont.gov Karen Vastine – Principal Assistant – karen.vastine@vermont.gov Economic Services Division Sean Brown – - [REMINDER: VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow, Tuesday August 18th at St. John's Church In Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-tuesday-august-18th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, August 18th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief - [Hearing on Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hearing-on-qualified-allocation-plan-qap/) - Dear Colleagues, The Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) governs how the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) allocates the largest program that funds affordable rental housing in the state (the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program). The committee responsible for that plan is having its second hearing on recommended changes to the QAP next week on August 19, 2015. - [Summer 2015 Edition of Counterpoint - News, Commentary and Arts by Psychiatric Survivors, Mental Health Peers and Their Families](https://helpingtohousevt.org/summer-2015-edition-of-counterpoint-news-commentary-and-arts-by-psychiatric-survivors-mental-health-peers-and-their-families/) - The Summer 2015 issue of Counterpoint, a publication featuring news, commentary and arts by psychiatric survivors, mental health peers and their families is now available to view online here: http://www.vermontpsychiatricsurvivors.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Counterpoint_Summer_2015.pdf. Counterpoint is published three to four times a year by Vermont Psychiatric Survivorsand available for free at sites throughout the state. Counterpoint was started in - [Report: Emergency Housing Costs Unsustainable](https://helpingtohousevt.org/report-emergency-housing-costs-unsustainable/) - The Vermont Agency of Human Services recently released a biannual report on the General Assistance Emergency Housing Program. Below is an article from the Burlington Free Press on how the report shows that the current cost of the program is unsustainable and what improvements may be made in the future: The cost of Vermont's emergency - [Low-Income Vermonters with Disabilities Sue State Over Benefit Cuts](https://helpingtohousevt.org/low-income-vermonters-with-disabilities-sue-state-over-benefit-cuts/) - Low-income Vermonters with disabilities are fighting back against state mandated reductions to their household Reach Up benefits. Vermont Legal Aid filed a class action lawsuit in federal court today on behalf of affected Vermonters alleging that a new law is unconstitutional and discriminates against households with family members with a disabling condition. The new law - [State Moves to End Family Homelessness By 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/state-moves-to-end-family-homelessness-by-2020/) - VT Digger discusses the progress being made on the plan to end family and child homelessness in Vermont by 2020. The plan, which was announced earlier in the year by Governor Shumlin, is also part of a national goal established by the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness: Vermont is rolling out an initiative to - [SAMHSA Guilde on Homeless Resources](https://helpingtohousevt.org/samhsa-guilde-on-homeless-resources/) - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration issued a new guide detailing strategies that can help providers connect the homeless to Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Benefits. There's a emphasis on collaboration between community providers and federal agencies. The strategies focus on assisting individuals experiencing homelessness with the initial disability application and - [Webinar Recording Now Available - Vermont CoCs Prepare for the NOFA](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-recording-now-available-vermont-cocs-prepare-for-the-nofa/) - A recording of the Vermont CoCs Prepare for the NOFA webinar is now available. The webinar, presented by Marcy Krumbine Esbjerg, CEDO, Chittenden CoC Collaborative Applicant and Daniel Blankenship, VSHA, Balance of State CoC Collaborative Applicant, contains information and answers to questions on the expected CoC NOFA from HUD, including options for reallocating or retooling - [St. Johnsbury Officials Consider Warming Shelter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/st-johnsbury-officials-consider-warming-shelter/) - VT Digger reports on current efforts being made to open a winter warming shelter in St. Johnsbury. Below is an excerpt from the article: A local steering committee hopes to open a winter warming shelter in St. Johnsbury to house up to 10 homeless people in time for the next cold season. Organizers are looking - [REMINDER: VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow, Tuesday July 21st at St. John's Church In Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-tuesday-july-21st-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, July 21st. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief - [OEO Awards Housing & Opportunity Grants 10 40 Non-Profits](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeo-awards-housing-opportunity-grants-10-40-non-profits/) - The Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) — part of the Department for Children and Families (DCF) — announced today that more than $4.6 million in federal and state funding was awarded to 40 non-profits across Vermont through the Housing & Opportunity Grant Program. These funds will be used to: Provide emergency shelter and services; - [Webinar: Vermont CoCs Prepare for the NOFA, July 7th & 10th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-vermont-cocs-prepare-for-the-nofa-july-7th-10th/) - Join us for a webinar on July 7th or July 10th. Offered twice. Marcy Krumbine Esbjerg, CEDO, Chittenden CoC Collaborative Applicant and Daniel Blankenship, VSHA, Balance of State CoC Collaborative Applicant, will present information and answer questions on the expected CoC NOFA from HUD, including options for reallocating or retooling projects. Register for July 07, 2015 at 11:00 AM - [3rd Annual White River Junction VA Medical Center Community Mental Health Summit, July 29th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/3rd-annual-white-river-junction-va-medical-center-community-mental-health-summit-july-29th/) - The 3rd annual White River Junction VA Medical Center Community Mental Health Summit will be taking place on July 29th from 11:30 am-3:30 pm at the White River Junction VA Medical Center in Bldg. 44, Room 103 (see map). This year’s Summit will include three plenary sessions; 1) Panel Presentation on Community Resources Available to - [VSHA Proposed Annual Plan & Homeless Preferences](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vsha-proposed-annual-plan-homeless-preferences/) - The VT State Housing Authority’s Proposed Annual Plan Update for FFY2016 can be viewed at: http://www.vsha.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Proposed-Annual-Plan-Updates-for-FY-2016.pdf. VSHA Local Preferences are part of the proposed plan and include a new proposed preference to serve up to 100 family households experiencing homelessness each federal fiscal year. The VSHA board will conduct a public meeting on July 15th. - [Waitlist for Section 8 Vouchers Now Closed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/waitlist-for-section-8-vouchers-now-closed/) - The waitlist for Section 8 vouchers in Vermont, which reopened on April 1st of this year, is now closed. For more information read this recent article from the Rutland Herald below or at the link here: With fewer federal dollars available to help and rents rising out of reach for more and more Vermonters, the - [REMINDER: VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow, Tuesday June 16th at St. John's Church In Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-tuesday-june-16th-at-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, June 16th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief - [A Letter Regarding the 2015 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/a-letter-regarding-the-2015-point-in-time-count/) - Friends, The recent release of the “2015 Vermont Point-in-Time Annual Statewide Count of the Homeless” has elicited conflicting coverage in the media and left some confusion among advocates, policy makers and the general public as to what the numbers mean. The 2015 Count identifies as fully as possible those Vermonters on one night in January - [Seven Days Article Highlights the Struggles Victims of Domestic Violence Face When Seeking Emergency Shelter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/seven-days-article-highlights-the-struggles-victims-of-domestic-violence-face-when-seeking-emergency-shelter/) - The latest issue of Seven Days​ features a great article by Alicia Freese on the struggles that victims of domestic violence face when seeking emergency shelter in Vermont. Below is a short excerpt: "Many victims are making untenable choices between homelessness and abuse," Auburn Watersong of the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence told - [Training Opportunity, June 11th in Montpelier: "Lighting a Fire – Ignite Inspiration & Turn Challenge into Change"](https://helpingtohousevt.org/training-opportunity-june-11th-in-montpelier-lighting-a-fire-ignite-inspiration-turn-challenge-into-change/) - Lighting a Fire – Ignite Inspiration & Turn Challenge into Change Thursday, June 11 9:30am – 2:30pm, Montpelier Elks Club Sponsored by OEO in partnership with the VT Association for Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Have you ever worked with someone who is stuck in a pattern and refuses to budge? Do you doubt your - [2015 Vermont Point-in-Time Report Released: Annual Point-in-Time Count of Homelessness Shows Modest Gains](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2015-vermont-point-in-time-report-released-annual-point-in-time-count-of-homelessness-shows-modest-gains/) - On a single night in January, 1,523 Vermonters were identified as homeless. The 2015 Point-In-Time Count, released today by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance, showed a small overall decrease in homelessness by 2.3% compared to the 2014 Point-in-Time Count. However, while Chittenden County saw a substantial decrease by - [Greetings from ICA [new HMIS Administrator] & ServicePoint-HMIS User Needs Survey](https://helpingtohousevt.org/greetings-from-ica-new-hmis-administrator-servicepoint-hmis-user-needs-survey/) - As you have likely heard by now, the Institute for Community Alliances (please call us ICA) begins as the new HMIS Lead Agency for BoS Vermont on Monday. Until we are able to get a physical staff presence in the state we will be handling site duties from Wisconsin. I will be the primary contact - [Morningside Shelter and Brattleboro Area Drop In Center Merge to Form Groundworks Collaborative](https://helpingtohousevt.org/morningside-shelter-and-brattleboro-area-drop-in-center-merge-to-form-groundworks-collaborative/) - Before a crowd of roughly 100 people gathered in the Brooks House atrium on Friday morning, Morningside Shelter and the Brattleboro Area Drop In Center publicly announced that they are merging to form a single organization under a new name: Groundworks Collaborative. The Boards of Directors formally agreed to the merger at a joint board - [REMINDER: VCEH Monthly Meeting Tuesday, May 19th, St. John's Church in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-may-19th-st-johns-church-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, May 19th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Call to Order 10:00 Introductions and Brief - [VA Services for Homeless Veterans](https://helpingtohousevt.org/va-services-for-homeless-veterans/) - The VA Medical Center in White River Junction, Vermont State Housing Authority and Vermont Council on Homelessness are committed to the national goal of ending homelessness among Veterans. If you encounter a homeless person who may be a Veteran (served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, deployed with the National Guard - [OEO Hosted Training: Supervision in the Peer World and Beyond, 5/14/15](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeo-hosted-training-supervision-in-the-peer-world-and-beyond-51415/) - The VT OEO will be hosting this training in Rutland, available to your staff at no cost. Supervision in the Peer World and Beyond May 14, 2015 9:30am to 4:00pm, Franklin Conference Center, Rutland Sponsored by OEO in partnership with the VT Association for Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Trainer: Hannah Rose, Integrated Recovery Project Did you - [2015 HUD CoC NOFA Registration](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2015-hud-coc-nofa-registration/) - Yesterday, HUD released the Continuum of Care Program Notice of Funding Availability registration notice. The deadline is 7:59:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, May 18, 2015. After the registration deadline is complete, the full CoC NOFA will be open. View the full notice here: https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/FY-2015-CoC-Program-Registration-Notice.pdf - [Free Fair Housing Accessibility Training in Randolph Center, June 2nd](https://helpingtohousevt.org/free-fair-housing-accessibility-training-in-randolph-center-june-2nd/) - The Vermont Housing & Conservation Board and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development present a FREE Fair Housing Accessibility Training. Details: June 2, 2015 8:00 A.M. - 4:15 P.M. Red Schoolhouse Vermont Technical College 46 South Randolph Road Randolph Center, VT 05061 Phone: 802-728-1000 (listen to menu and make a selection; or press 1 - [DCF/AHS Emergency Housing Proposal](https://helpingtohousevt.org/dcfahs-emergency-housing-proposal/) - Dear Colleauges, The Agency of Human Services and Department for Children and Families have just announced a proposal to restructure their emergency housing program. Please read more below and click here for the attachment referenced. Hello Fellow Housing Partners - We are writing to let you know that DCF is proposing to restructure its emergency - [Save the Date: National Alliance to End Homelessness Conference in Washington, D.C., July 15-17](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-national-alliance-to-end-homelessness-conference-in-washington-d-c-july-15-17/) - Early registration has opened for the National Alliance to End Homelessness 2015 National Conference on Ending Homelessness, which will take place at the Renaissance Washington DC Hotel from July 15 to 17, with early check-in on July 14. The Alliance encourages you to register by 3 p.m. EDT on May 15 to ensure your spot - [Spring Creates New Challenges For Vermont's Homeless](https://helpingtohousevt.org/spring-creates-new-challenges-for-vermonts-homeless/) - While there is much talk about the challenges that winter creates for Vermont's homeless, with spring comes a new set of challenges. In this VPR report Elizabeth Ready, director of the John Graham Shelter in Vergennes, discusses some of the challenges homeless providers face once the seasons change and winter emergency shelter programs end: Although - [Save the Date: 3rd Annual Camp for a Common Cause in Brattleboro, May 29th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-3rd-annual-camp-for-a-common-cause-in-brattleboro-may-29th/) - On Friday, May 29 the Brattleboro Area Drop-In Center and Morningside Shelter will host the third annual Camp for a Common Cause on the Brattleboro Common. The collaborative fund- and awareness-raising event has been a great success for the last two years, raising nearly $10,000 in 2013 and nearly $9,000 in 2014. All funds raised - [New Collaboration To Provide Mental Health Services To Homeless](https://helpingtohousevt.org/new-collaboration-to-provide-mental-health-services-to-homeless/) - Vermont Public Radio reports on a collaboration between Brattleboro Retreat and Morningside Shelter that will help to provide mental health services to homeless individuals: A collaboration between a homeless shelter and a psychiatric hospital in Brattleboro has a goal of preventing a mental health crisis, and improving the mental health of the homeless population. Brattleboro - [Consolidated Plan Draft and Comment Period](https://helpingtohousevt.org/consolidated-plan-draft-and-comment-period/) - The Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development posted a revised “second draft” of its proposed 2015-2019 HUD Consolidated Plan and 2015 Action Plan on March 26, 2015 with tracked changes from the earlier draft version published on March 12. The document and information about the plan are available on DHCD’s website at: http://accd.vermont.gov/strong_communities/housing/planning/consolidated_plan. Written - [Gov. Shumlin Announces Strategy to End Family Homelessness by 2020](https://helpingtohousevt.org/gov-shumlin-announces-strategy-to-end-family-homelessness-by-2020/) - With over 1,500 Vermonters without housing on any given night and families with children now making up half of all people in emergency shelters, Gov. Peter Shumlin and Human Services Secretary Hal Cohen today announced a statewide strategy for ending child and family homelessness in Vermont by 2020. The Governor and Secretary made the announcement - [VCEH 2014-15 Membership Dues Drive](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-2014-15-membership-dues-drive/) - The VCEH is currently in the process of collecting membership dues for the 2014-15 year: The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), acting as the primary decision-making body of the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care, shall have a mission to end all homelessness in Vermont through sharing information, developing resources, providing a forum - [Record Cold Plays Havoc With Emergency Housing Budget](https://helpingtohousevt.org/record-cold-plays-havoc-with-emergency-housing-budget/) - This week, VT Digger reported more on the strain that this year's winter weather has put on the emergency housing budget. Read the article below or click here to view on their website: In February, temperatures dropped to minus 19 degrees at the Burlington International Airport, breaking a record that stood since 1914. Vermont set - [VSHA Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List to Open April 1, 2015](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vsha-section-8-housing-choice-voucher-waiting-list-to-open-april-1-2015/) - Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) will be opening its waiting list and begin accepting applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program on April 1, 2015 at 8:00AM. Beginning April 1, 2015, applications may be obtained by visiting VSHA’s website at www.vsha.org/vsha-programs/rental-assistance-program and clicking on Application for Rental Assistance. Applications can also be obtained - [ URGENT: Request for Proposals - Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) Lead Agency for the Vermont Balance of State CoC ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/urgent-request-for-proposals-homeless-management-information-systems-hmis-lead-agency-for-the-vermont-balance-of-state-coc/) - Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) is seeking proposals, on behalf of the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH), from qualified applicants to become the HMIS Lead Agency to serve the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care geographic area. All proposals will be evaluated on threshold criteria developed by the VCEH as detailed in the - [The Unique Challenges Facing Vermont's Homeless Population](https://helpingtohousevt.org/the-unique-challenges-facing-vermonts-homeless-population/) - Yesterday VPR spoke with Paul Dragon, director of the Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity, to discuss some of the challenges that arise for those who face homelessness in a rural state like Vermont. Barriers such as limited transportation options, low housing availability, and extremely cold winters add extra challenges for the homeless and those who - [COTS Launches #172VT Campaign to Help Homeless Kids](https://helpingtohousevt.org/cots-launches-172vt-campaign-to-help-homeless-kids/) - Last week COTS launched their #172VT Campaign to bring attention to the issue of child homelessness in Chittenden County and beyond. Read below to learn more: Our #172vt campaign is an effort to bring attention to the urgent and growing needs of homeless children. The number of homeless children nationally has surged in recent years - [REMINDER: VCEH Montlhy Meeting Tomorrow, 10:00AM @ St. Johns Episocopal Church, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-montlhy-meeting-tomorrow-1000am-st-johns-episocopal-church-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held tomorrow Tuesday, March 17th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The agenda for the meeting is as follows (download here): 10:00 Introductions 10:05 January and February Minutes - [Kellogg-Hubbard Library, ITVS, and VTPBS Present a Free Preview Screening of The Homestretch, March 11th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/kellogg-hubbard-library-itvs-and-vtpbs-present-a-free-preview-screening-of-the-homestretch-march-11th/) - On Wednesday, March 11th at 7:00PM the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier will be presenting a free preview screening of The Homestretch followed by a panel discussion and reception. The Homestretch follows three homeless teens as they fight to stay in school, graduate, and build a future, giving insight into the unique challenges that homeless youth - [100,000 Homes Update & Seven Days Article](https://helpingtohousevt.org/100000-homes-update-seven-days-article/) - The organizers of the 100,000 Homes Campaign recently updated the community on some of the progress they have made since the registry event, which took place in October. Below are some of the current statistics as of February 2015. To read the entire progress report, click here. Seven Days has also published an article on - [RuralEdge Kicks Off "Rural Reality Campaign" This Week](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ruraledge-kicks-off-rural-reality-campaign-this-week/) - As the winter months grind to a close, the region’s largest community development organization is taking advantage of the lingering cold to raise awareness of the issue of homelessness. RuralEdge kicked off their annual “Rural Reality Campaign” this week, which is designed to both raise the issue of, and give people the opportunity to experience - [Committee Abandons Homeless Shelter Plan for St. Johnsbury](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-and-housing-issues-in-the-northeast-kingdom/) - "Committee Abandons Homeless Shelter Plan for St. Johnsbury" (View original article published February 6th in the Valley News here) A St. Johnsbury committee has abandoned plans to establish an overnight warming shelter for homeless people this winter in the northeastern Vermont community. Sue Cherry of the St. Johnsbury-based Community Restorative Justice Center says they're going - [Warming Shelter Opens in Burlington](https://helpingtohousevt.org/warming-shelter-opens-in-burlington/) - Last week a temporary warming shelter opened in Burlington at the Ethan Allen Building on College St. The low barrier shelter is operated by CVOEO and will remain open through April 3rd. Read and view coverage from myChamplainValley.com below. Starting Monday night, Burlington’s homeless will soon have a new place to spend the night. “The - [Reminder - VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow, February 17th at St. John's Episcopal Church, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-february-17th-at-st-johns-episcopal-church-randolph/) - Friends, The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, February 17th. The meeting will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church (15 Summer Street, Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The meeting agenda and materials will be out shortly. Apologies for the - [Cold Winter Stretches State's Emergency Housing Budget](https://helpingtohousevt.org/cold-winter-stretches-states-emergency-housing-budget/) - VT Digger reports on how demand for emergency housing this winter has increased, particularly amongst families with children, and how this affects the state's budget for temporary shelter: A cold winter and greater demand for emergency housing services, especially among families, are straining the state’s safety net housing budget, an official told lawmakers Friday. The - [Is every HOMELESS VETERAN getting needed help?](https://helpingtohousevt.org/is-every-homeless-veteran-getting-needed-help/) - Below is some information from Supportive Services for Veteran Families: Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) has the resources to help very low and extremely low-income homeless veterans. The general eligibility can be viewed here (PDF file), but a short call to 802-656-3232 can help determine eligibility and start the process to getting housed. SSVF - [Homeless Children On the Rise in VT Schools](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homeless-children-on-the-rise-in-vt-schools/) - Below is in an excerpt of an article published in the Rutland Herald discussing the increase in homeless children throughout the state of Vermont: While the recession is officially over, many of its effects continue to be felt in Vermont, where rates of homeless families continue to rise. For children of homeless families, continuing their - [Rural America's Silent Housing Crisis](https://helpingtohousevt.org/rural-americas-silent-housing-crisis/) - This week The Atlantic did a feature on the rural housing crisis, bringing attention to the fact that safe and affordable housing is not just an urban problem. Below is an excerpt from the article, which discusses the many ways this affects Americans and what is being to help in places across the country, including - [Introduction to Vermont CoCs Guide](https://helpingtohousevt.org/introduction-to-vermont-cocs-guide/) - A newly updated "Introduction to Vermont CoCs" guide is now available. The guide includes information on the CoC program, funding, recent Balance of State and Chittenden County programs that have received grants, and more. To view and download this guide click here (PDF format). A permanent link to the guide will also be available on - [Leahy, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Combat Youth Homelessness And Trafficking](https://helpingtohousevt.org/leahy-collins-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-combat-youth-homelessness-and-trafficking/) - Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) and Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) on Tuesday reintroduced bipartisan legislation to curb youth homelessness, which affects 1.6 million teens throughout the country who are among the most likely to become victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.) joined as - [Proposed FY 2016 HUD Budget Stakeholder Briefing Invitation](https://helpingtohousevt.org/proposed-fy-2016-hud-budget-stakeholder-briefing-invitation/) - Please join Secretary Julián Castro at a stakeholder briefing on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Proposed FY 2016 Budget Monday, February 2, 2015 4:00 – 5:00 pm EST (please adjust for your local time) U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Brooke-Mondale Auditorium 451 7th St SW Washington, DC 20410 To attend - [Advocates Are Still Pushing for St. Johnsbury Homeless Shelter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/advocates-are-still-pushing-for-st-johnsbury-homeless-shelter/) - The article below is from the Albany Times Union and was originally reported in the Caledonian Record. Homeless advocates in St. Johnsbury say they remain committed to opening a winter homeless shelter in St. Johnsbury despite the town's rejection of the idea. After a proposal to put a shelter on Lincoln Street was rejected by - [HUD FY 2014 Continuum of Care Program Competition - Funding Announcement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-fy-2014-continuum-of-care-program-competition-funding-announcement/) - Today HUD announced the grants awarded through the FY 2014 Continuum of Care Program Competition. We are pleased to announce that the Vermont Balance of State CoC/VCEH was awarded ALL of its requested HUD Continuum of Care Program applications including: all renewal projects, a reallocated project [Rapid Rehousing-Caledonia & Windsor Counties], and a new CoC Planning - [SAVE THE DATE: VHCC Legislative Day, February 12](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-vhcc-legislative-day-february-12/) - **SAVE THE DATE** LEGISLATIVE DAY Thursday, February 12th State House, Montpelier PLEASE SET ASIDE FEBRUARY 12th as a day that you and your organization’s key supporters will spend in Montpelier talking and advocating in the Legislature on the importance of Vermont Housing and Conservation Board funding for your organization and the communities it serves. Amid - [Homelessness Vigil Helps Bring Awareness to the Need for Housing as Temperatures Drop ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-vigil-helps-bring-awareness-to-the-need-for-housing-as-temperatures-drop/) - The article below from Jessie Forand of the Burlington Free Press contains some coverage of Homelessness Vigil that took place on January 8th at the Statehouse in Montpelier. Thanks to everyone who came out to help bring awareness to those Vermonters who are still in need of housing. Also discussed are many of the issues - [2015 PIT Count Training Guide and Updates](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2015-pit-count-training-guide-and-updates/) - A brief training guide for the 2015 Point-in-Time count, which will take place on January 27-28, is now available to download on our website here. The guide includes more detailed instructions on how and when to perform the PIT count as well as local contact information and resources. To access the 2015 PIT Count form - [2015 – 2019 Consolidated Plan Public Outreach and Drafting Schedule](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2015-2019-consolidated-plan-public-outreach-and-drafting-schedule/) - The planning process for the 2015 HUD Consolidated Plan is currently underway. If you have not already completed the online survey please do so, as it will help those involved learn more about needs and interests in the areas of economic, housing and community development. The survey can be found here and is available through - [WCAX Reports on Rise in Use of Motel Vouchers This Winter ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/wcax-reports-on-rise-in-use-of-motel-vouchers-this-winter/) - A recent report from WCAX indicates that the use of motel vouchers for the 'cold weather exception' program are on the rise. Below is an excerpt from the article: Last year the Department for Children and Families spent just over a million dollars providing vouchers for the 'cold weather exception' program and applications for help - [REMINDER: 2015 VT Point in Time Homeless Count Training, January 14th at 12PM](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-2015-vt-point-in-time-homeless-count-training-january-14th-at-12pm/) - On Wednesday January 14 from 12PM to 1PM there will be a training webinar for the 2015 VT Point-in-Time count where we will go over the updated form and PIT Count process. To register please go here: https://www4.gotomeeting.com/register/469028935. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For the 2015 - [SAVE THE DATE: 2015 National Health Care for the Homeless Conference & Policy Symposium, May 7-9 in Washington, D.C.](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-2015-national-health-care-for-the-homeless-conference-policy-symposium-may-7-9-in-washington-d-c/) - The 2015 National Health Care for the Homeless Conference & Policy Symposium will take place in Washington, D.C. at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. Conference workshops will be held on Thursday-Saturday, May 7-9, with full-day Pre-Conference Institutes on May 6. This annual event is organized by Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) professionals - [REMINDER - Jan 8, Homelessness Awarenesss Day & Memorial Vigil at the VT State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-jan-8-homelessness-awarenesss-day-memorial-vigil-at-the-vt-state-house/) - Every year in January concerned citizens and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage with their elected representatives and to renew their commitment to end homelessness in our state. On Thursday, January 8 the Annual Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil will kick off - [SAVE THE DATE - Jan 8, Homelessness Awarenesss Day & Memorial Vigil at the VT State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-jan-8-homelessness-awarenesss-day-memorial-vigil-at-the-vt-state-house/) - Every year in January concerned citizens and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage with their elected representatives and to renew their commitment to end homelessness in our state. On Thursday, January 8 the Annual Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil will kick off - [NLIHC Call to Action: Urge Congress to Replace Sequestration with a Balanced Approach to Deficit Reduction](https://helpingtohousevt.org/nlihc-call-to-action-urge-congress-to-replace-sequestration-with-a-balanced-approach-to-deficit-reduction/) - Sign on today to a letter urging lawmakers to act quickly to stop sequestration from taking effect in the upcoming fiscal year. Sequestration in FY16 would impose additional deep cuts to important nondefense discretionary (NDD) programs, including HUD and Rural Housing Service housing programs. Join advocates from around the country in calling on Congress to - [VSHA S+C SW Waitlist Open Again](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vsha-sc-sw-waitlist-open-again/) - Dear VSHA S+C [Statewide Grant] Sponsors & Local CoCs: What: VSHA is currently accepting between 15-20 S+C applications to serve homeless households to live in all counties of Vermont, except Chittenden. Why: Although we met our goal with the recent S+C waitlist opening, several S+C participants recently transitioned to the VSHA Sect. 8 HCV Program - [VCEH Monthly Meeting Tomorrow, December 16th at Chandler Music Hall, Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-monthly-meeting-tomorrow-december-16th-at-chandler-music-hall-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, December 16th. The meeting will take place at the Chandler Music Hall (71-73 Main St. Randolph, VT). The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. Materials for tomorrow's meeting: Agenda 2015 State Legislative Priorities (Draft) We hope you can attend tomorrow's - [Preparing for Your 2015 Housing Inventory Count & Point-in-Time Count Webinar, December 17th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/preparing-for-your-2015-housing-inventory-count-point-in-time-count-webinar-december-17th/) - On December 17, 2014, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM EST, HUD will host a webinar on preparing for the 2015 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. The webinar will cover the 2015 Notice for Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) Data Collection for Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and Emergency Solutions Grant - [VT Consolidated Plan Citizen Participation Survey & Meetings](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-consolidated-plan-citizen-participation-survey-meetings/) - The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is preparing a new five-year Consolidated Plan for 2015-2020 as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Vermont’s Consolidated Plan guides the investment of more than $10 million that is received annually for three grant programs: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) HOME Investment - [How 'Housing First' Reduces Homelessness And Saves Money](https://helpingtohousevt.org/how-housing-first-reduces-homelessness-and-saves-money/) - Today Vermont Public Radio highlighted the Housing First program and Pathways VT, which provides these services in Vermont. Below is an excerpt from their coverage, which discusses how the program helps to permanently house the chronically homeless while saving a great deal of money in the end: "We have a long history in this country - [Register Now to Attend the New England Housing Network Annual Conference on December 12th!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/register-now-to-attend-the-new-england-housing-network-annual-conference-on-december-12th/) - The New England Housing Network Annual Conference will be held on on Friday, December 12th at the Sheraton Needham in Needham, MA. This year's special guest speaker will be Congressman Barney Frank (Retired), Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee from 2007-2011. National advocates scheduled to be present include: Joe Belden, Deputy Executive Director, Housing - [Join OEO for Shining a Light on Poverty Series #11 on November 20th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/join-oeo-for-shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-11-on-november-20th/) - On November 20th from 12:00PM – 1:00PM the Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity will continue on with their year-long series of discussions about poverty. For this month, the theme of the discussion is titled "Behavioral Economics & Poverty" and features guest speakers Matthew Darling, senior associate and behavioral design expert at ideas42, a behavioral design - [VT Winter Shelters Expect More Homeless](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vt-winter-shelters-expect-more-homeless/) - As winter shelters begin to open across the state of Vermont, those who organize these temporary facilities are preparing to see a rise in demand for services this year. Below is an excerpt from an article in the Rutland Herald discussing this issue. While the article focuses on services in Brattleboro, it also explains that - [Organizers of the 100,000 Homes Campaign in Burlington Come Together to Share Findings](https://helpingtohousevt.org/organizers-of-the-100000-homes-campaign-in-burlington-come-together-to-share-findings/) - Last night the organizers of the 100,000 Homes Campaign in Greater Burlington came together to discuss what they discovered during the 3-day registry event that took place last week with the community. An article from today's Burlington Free Press highlighted some of the statistics found, listed below: The survey of 210 total respondents included the - [Capstone Community Action Brings the Grantsmanship Training Program to Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/capstone-community-action-brings-the-grantsmanship-training-program-to-vermont/) - To help nonprofits win more grants, Capstone Community Action (Capstone) is bringing the Grantsmanship Training Program to Barre, Vermont the week of December 8–12. “This is the best training program in the field,” said Hal Cohen, Capstone’s Executive Director. “It’s how a lot of top-level grant professionals get their start or refresh their learning.” The - [The Atlantic: Should Obamacare Help Pay for Housing?](https://helpingtohousevt.org/the-atlantic-should-obamacare-help-pay-for-housing/) - A recently published article by The Atlantic explores using funds that are part of the Medicaid expansion to house the homeless. Highlighted are many of the advantages to using the Housing First model that makes housing homeless individuals and families the main focus, especially for those with a history of chronic homelessness and health problems. - [Housing and Homelessness: Opening Doors, Closing Gaps](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-and-homelessness-opening-doors-closing-gaps/) - A new paper was released this week highlighting the link between housing and homelessness. Housing and Homelessness: Opening Doors, Closing Gaps, is the fourth in a series of papers that is designed to demonstrate the value of affordable housing for people and communities across the State of Vermont. While the connection between housing and homelessness - [HHS Releases Two New Reports on Using Medicaid to Cover Services for People in Permanent Supportive Housing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hhs-releases-two-new-reports-on-using-medicaid-to-cover-services-for-people-in-permanent-supportive-housing/) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) released two new reports: Primer on Using Medicaid for People Experiencing Chronic Homelessness and Tenants of Permanent Supportive Housing (PDF file), and a companion document, Medicaid and Permanent Supportive Housing for Chronically Homeless Individuals: Emerging Practices - [HUD Orders Rhode Island Housing To Repay $1.1 Million In Grants To Safe Haven Homeless Facility](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-orders-rhode-island-housing-to-repay-1-1-million-in-grants-to-safe-haven-homeless-facility/) - The Providence Journal recently reported that Rhode Island Housing has been ordered to repay $1.1 million in federal grants because it has failed to document how those funds were spent at a Pawtucket homeless facility. From the article: The regional office of the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development came down hard on Rhode - [REMINDER: HMIS Learning Session with James Muller from Bowman Systems and Gerry Leslie, October 14th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-hmis-learning-session-with-james-muller-from-bowman-systems-and-gerry-leslie-october-14th/) - VCEH invites you to a learning session with James Muller from Bowman Systems, the source of the ServicePoint software, and Gerry Leslie, a leader in the administration of ServicePoint in Michigan. The session will discuss Using and managing ServicePoint – about how to get the most from the software and distributing system administration across the provider - [SAVE THE DATE: HMIS Learning Session with James Muller from Bowman Systems and Gerry Leslie, October 14th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/save-the-date-service-point-learning-session-with-james-muller-from-bowman-systems-and-gerry-leslie-october-14th/) - VCEH invites you to a learning session with James Muller from Bowman Systems, the source of the ServicePoint software, and Gerry Leslie, a leader in the administration of ServicePoint in Michigan. The meeting will be available in three ways: in person on Tuesday October 14, 2014 at Capstone at 20 Gable Place, Barre, from 9:30 - [Gubernatorial Candidates Scott Milne and Governor Peter Shumlin Address VCEH and VAHC at Annual Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/gubernatorial-candidates-scott-milne-and-governor-peter-shumlin-address-vceh-and-vahc-at-annual-meeting/) - If you were not able to attend, on September 16th the VCEH montly meeting and joint meeting with the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition took place in Randolph, VT. This being an election year, we invited the two major party gubernatorial candidates to speak. We were pleased to have both Governor Peter Shumlin and Republican Nominee Scott Milne - [Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Law Line of Vermont Survey](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-legal-aid-and-legal-services-law-line-of-vermont-survey/) - Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Law Line of Vermont want to learn more about the legal problems you think people in Vermont need help with. Please help by answering this short survey. They are looking to hear from as many Vermonters as possible, so please forward the survey widely throughout your communities. Your answers - [White River Junction VA Medical Center Homeless Summit & Vermont Homeless Veterans Stand-Down, October 21st](https://helpingtohousevt.org/white-river-junction-va-medical-center-homeless-summit-vermont-homeless-veterans-stand-down-october-21st/) - The White River Junction VA Medical Center will be holding a Homeless Summit in conjunction with the Vermont Homeless Veterans Stand-Down, on October 21st from 10:00AM - 1:00PM in Building 44 on the grounds of the VA Medical Center. For a detailed map click here (PDF format). To view the complete agenda for the summit, - [Final Reminder: Vermont Housing Needs Assessment - Deadline September 24th 10PM](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-housing-needs-assessment-deadline-september-24th-10pm/) - The Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development has retained Bowen National Research to conduct a Statewide Housing Needs Assessment. If you are an organization providing housing or services to Vermonters, your input is vital and will help ensure the housing needs assessment is reflective of the housing needs in your community or service area. - [Joint Committee On Tax Credits Meeting, September 29th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/joint-committee-on-tax-credits-meeting-september-29th/) - The Vermont Joint Committee on Tax Credits will be meeting on Monday, September 29th from 1:00PM - 4:00PM at the Vermont Housing Finance Agency for a review of the qualified allocation plan. Tentative topics are: Review of developer fee policy: VHFA recommendations. Discussion of appraisals, operating costs, and requests for resources: Discussion of current policies. - [Vermont Homeless Veterans Stand-Down, October 21st](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-homeless-veterans-stand-down-october-21st/) - The VA Medical Center of White River Junction is hosting a Homeless Veterans Stand-Down on October 21st from 9:00AM - 3:00PM. An homeless summit will also take place from 9:00AM - 12:00PM, with details yet to be announced. Join for a day of recognition, fellowship, and support of our homeless veterans, with lunch provided by - [Housing First Featured in The New Yorker Magazine](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-first-featured-in-the-new-yorker-magazine/) - In the latest issue of The New Yorker magazine, the financial page highlights the Housing First program. Author James Surowiecki explains how programs like Housing First and Rapid Rehousing have significant economic benefits. At the end of the article he states "The success of Housing First points to a new way of thinking about social - [Registration Now Open for 2014 Vermont Statewide Housing Conference!](https://helpingtohousevt.org/registration-now-open-for-2014-vermont-statewide-housing-conference/) - Registration for the 2014 Vermont Statewide Housing Conference is now open! The biannual conference will be held Wednesday, November 19th at the Hilton Burlington. Barry Zigas, Director of Housing Policy for Consumer Federation of America and a member of the Bipartisan Policy Center's Housing Commission, will be present to give the keynote address along with a full day of - [REMINDER: VAHC/VCEH Meetings - Tues, Sept 16 - Gov. Shumlin, Scott Milne & Other Guests Confirmed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-vahcvceh-meetings-tues-sept-16-gov-shumlin-scott-milne-other-guests-confirmed/) - This is a quick reminder for next Tuesday’s Annual Joint Meeting of the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness. After lunch, the VAHC Annual Meeting and the VCEH monthly meeting will be held concurrently in different rooms at the same location: Tuesday, September 16, 2014 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM - [Morningside Shelter Hike for the Homeless, October 4th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/morningside-shelter-hike-for-the-homeless-october-4th/) - Morningside Shelter will hold its fourth annual Hike for the Homeless fundraiser on Saturday, October 4 (rain date, October 5), on Mount Wantastiquet in Hinsdale, NH. There will be two start times, 10am and 12:30pm, each beginning at the Mountain Road trailhead in Hinsdale (an immediate left after the second bridge on Route 119 when - [Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Vermont Annual Report - State Fiscal Year 2014](https://helpingtohousevt.org/emergency-solutions-grants-esg-vermont-annual-report-state-fiscal-year-2014/) - The 2014 Year End Report for the Emergency Solutions Grant program is now available. Vermont’s Emergency Solutions Grants program, administered by the Vermont State Office of Economic Opportunity, provides a blend of state and federal (HUD) funding to support operations, staffing and homelessness prevention and re-housing assistance at approximately 40 non-profit emergency shelter, transitional housing - [Joint VCEH/VAHC and VCEH Monthly Meetings - Tues, Sept 16 - Gov. Shumlin & Scott Milne Confirmed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/joint-vcehvahc-and-vceh-monthly-meetings-tues-sept-16-gov-shumlin-scott-milne-confirmed/) - The Coalition’s monthly meeting, and joint meeting with the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition (VAHC), as well as the VAHC's annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16 from 9:30AM - 2:00PM at the Baptist Fellowship Church in Randolph. This being an election year, we have invited the two major party gubernatorial candidates to speak. - [Community Meeting Featuring Speaker Linda Kaufman of 100,000 Homes Campaign, September 15](https://helpingtohousevt.org/community-meeting-featuring-speaker-linda-kaufman-of-100000-homes-campaign-september-15/) - Join the United Way of Chittenden County for community meeting featuring speaker Linda Kaufman of Community Solutions 100,000 Homes Campaign. This meeting will take place on Monday, September 15th from 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM at Contois Auditorium in Burlington City Hall. Linda is nationally known for her work with the 100,000 Homes Campaign and - [HUD Announces Drop in Veteran Homelessness - How Vermont Veteran Services Helps](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-announces-drop-in-veteran-homelessness-how-vermont-veteran-services-helps/) - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) announced this week that the annual Point-in-Time Count conducted in January 2014 shows a decline of homeless veterans by 33 percent since 2010. This includes a nearly 40 percent drop in the number of - [VSHA Shelter+Care Available Soon (Chronic Homeless Only)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vsha-sheltercare-available-soon-chronic-homeless-only/) - The Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) will be accepting completed applications (about 10 total) between Monday, October 13th through Wednesday, November 12th for the HUD Shelter+Care Statewide homeless grant that covers all counties in Vermont, except Chittenden. At minimum, the head of household must meet the HUD definition of CHRONICALLY HOMELESS; additional priority will be - [USICH and HUD Will Host the Second of Four Webinars on Family Homelessness September 10](https://helpingtohousevt.org/usich-and-hud-will-host-the-second-of-four-webinars-on-family-homelessness-september-10/) - Join the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on September 10th, for a webinar titled "Family Connection: Tailored Interventions and Assistance." This is the second informational webinar in a series on building systems to end family homelessness. The webinar will feature best practices and lessons - [Seeking Public Comments on the Agency of Human Services (AHS) & the Department for Children and Families (DCF)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/seeking-public-comments-on-the-agency-of-human-services-ahs-the-department-for-children-and-families-dcf-2/) - The Governor's Council on Pathways from Poverty is soliciting public input from interested parties and service providers on possible recommendations or changes within Department for Children and Families encompassing all divisions of the Department. If you, or an agency you know, would like to provide input there are three ways to do so: 1) Attend a - [Join OEO for Shining a Light on Poverty Series #8 with Anthony Poore on August 28th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/join-oeo-for-shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-8-with-anthony-poore-on-august-28th-2/) - On August 28th from 10:00AM - 11:00AM the Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity will continue on with their year-long series of discussions about poverty. For this month the theme of the discussion is titled "Universal Children's Savings Accounts: New England Takes the Lead" and features guest speaker Anthony Poore from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Powerful - [Monthly Meeting is Tuesday, August 19th at the Chandler Music Hall in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/monthly-meeting-is-tuesday-august-19th-at-the-chandler-music-hall-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be held on Tuesday, August 19th. The meeting will take place at the Chandler Music Hall (71-73 Main, Randolph, VT) The meeting will be called to order at 10:00AM. The meeting agenda and minutes from last month's meeting will be out shortly. Apologies - [Point-in-Time Count Shows Homelessness in Vermont Continues to Increase](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-shows-homelessness-in-vermont-continues-to-increase/) - Annual one night count of state’s homeless population finds one in four are children. MONTPELIER, VT – On a single night in January, 1,556 Vermonters were found to be homeless. The 2014 Point-In-Time Count, released today by the Chittenden County Continuum of Care and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (the Balance of State Continuum - [Deadline for Comments on OEO Warming Shelter Position Paper Extended to August 15](https://helpingtohousevt.org/deadline-for-comments-on-the-oeo-warming-shelter-position-paper-extended-until-august-15/) - The deadline to provide comments on the OEO Warming Shelter Position paper has been extended to Friday, August 15. Feedback is requested from a broad array of state and community partners on the following documents: DRAFT ONLY – Request for Warming Shelter Work Plan DRAFT OEO Position Paper Warming Shelters These documents are meant to provide - [Submit Comments on Warming Shelter Documents by Friday, July 11 (Update: Extended to August 15)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/submit-comments-on-warming-shelter-documents-by-friday-july-11/) - The Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity is planning to issue two documents related to seasonal “warming” shelters – a Warming Shelter Position Paper and a Warming Shelter Request for Work Plan. Feedback is requested from a broad array of state and community partners on the following documents: DRAFT ONLY - Request for Warming Shelter Work - [Webinar on Growing Criminalization of Homelessness in U.S. Cities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-on-growing-criminalization-of-homelessness-in-u-s-cities/) - The National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty will host a free webinar discussing findings from its forthcoming report, No Safe Place: The Criminalization of Homelessness in U.S. Cities. The webinar will take place on Thursday, July 17 from 2pm – 3pm. No Safe Place provides an overview of criminalization measures in effect across the nation, and looks at trends in the criminalization of - [OEO's Shining a Light on Poverty Series: Discussion on Building Financial Security for Your Clients](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeos-shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-discussion-on-building-financial-security-for-your-clients/) - In honor of 50 years of community action in Vermont, the Office of Economic Opportunity is hosting a series of one-hour discussions on poverty every month in 2014. The seventh of these discussions will feature Kori Hattemer, Program Manager for the Corporation for Enterprise Development (CFED). The focus of this month's discussion will be on how to - [Vermont Veteran Services SSVF Program Seeking Eligible Families](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-veteran-services-ssvf-program-seeking-eligible-families/) - The Vermont Veteran Services SSVF program works to help Vermont veteran households who are literally homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness gain or retain stable housing by providing supportive services. The program is managed at the University of Vermont and funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Our friends at - [Tuesday, July 15: Annual VCEH Elections and GA Housing Rules Comments ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tuesday-july-15-annual-vceh-elections-and-ga-housing-rules-comments/) - The next meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is our annual meeting and will occur on Tuesday, July 15 at the Chandler Music Hall (71-73 Main, Randolph, VT). Elections for Steering Committee members and important discussions concerning VCEH Standing Rules and our budget will take place. The meeting will be called to order - [Tomorrow: Vermont Council on Homelessness Meeting Montpelier](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tomorrow-vermont-council-on-homelessness-meeting-montpelier/) - The next bi-monthly meeting of the Vermont Council on Homelessness is tomorrow Thursday, June 26 from 2 pm to 4 pm. The meeting will be held in the Pavilion, 4th Floor Conference Room on State Street in Montpelier. Review the meeting agenda: VCH June 2014 Agenda - [Four New HUD CoC Projects Awarded in Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/four-new-hud-coc-projects-awarded-in-vermont/) - Important news, last Thursday HUD announced a second round of grants totaling $140 million to nearly 900 local homeless assistance programs across the country. Check out the grants received in Vermont: VT BALANCE OF STATE COC VSHA RRH1 FY13 $87,366 [former RCHC/HPC SSO & Morningside SSO projects]: new CoC Rapid Rehousing project for Families in Rutland County and Brattleboro (Windham County) in the form - [Register Today: HUD and USICH - Core Principles of Housing First and Rapid Re-Housing Webinar](https://helpingtohousevt.org/register-today-hud-and-usich-core-principles-of-housing-first-and-rapid-re-housing-webinar/) - This upcoming Thursday, June, 26, at 2pm there will be a web opportunity to hear directly from HUD and USICH staff about rapid re-housing and housing first principles. You can register online now! This webinar focuses on the core principles of Housing First and Rapid Re-Housing and will be presented by Ann Oliva, the Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary - [Housing Rights for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-rights-for-victims-of-domestic-and-sexual-violence/) - Did you know under the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (VAWA) all landlords participating in Section 8 voucher programs must comply with VAWA? Our friends at the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence have provided a helpful handout detailing tenants housing rights. All of the following apply to landords participating in Section 8 voucher - [Monthly Meeting and Warming Shelter Event is This Upcoming Tuesday](https://helpingtohousevt.org/monthly-meeting-and-warming-shelter-event-is-this-upcoming-tuesday/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is on Tuesday, June 17. The meeting will take place at the Baptist Fellowship Church (1051 Vermont 66, Randolph, VT) The meeting will be called to order at 10am. Afterwards, from 11am to 2pm, please join us for lunch and a special event. The event entitled, Warming Shelters - [RSVP for Warming Shelter Discussion Happening After Next VCEH Meeting on June 17](https://helpingtohousevt.org/rsvp-for-warming-shelter-discussion-happen-after-next-vceh-meeting-on-june-20/) - On Tuesday, June 17, VCEH will be hosting our regular monthly meeting. The meeting will take place at the Baptist Fellowship Church in Randolph. Afterwards, from 11am to 2pm, please join us for lunch and a special event. The event entitled, Warming Shelters in Vermont - A Discussion on Best Practices, Common Trends, and More, has been planned after a series of conversations - [Deadline to Sign-On to VCEH's Letter to HUD is Wednesday, May 28](https://helpingtohousevt.org/deadline-to-sign-on-to-vcehs-letter-to-hud-is-wednesday-may-28/) - For the past few months a VCEH work group has been drafting a letter to express concerns to HUD. After sending out a call for input we have now put together that letter. Thank you to everyone who responded! Take a moment to read the letter here. Please note the HUD and Congressional contacts who will be cc'ed will - [OEO's Shining a Light on Poverty Series Continues on May 29 with Vermont Food Bank's John Sayles](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeos-shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-continues-on-may-29-with-vermont-food-banks-john-sayles/) - In honor of 50 years of community action in Vermont, the Office of Economic Opportunity is hosting a series of one-hour discussions on poverty every month in 2014. The fifth of these discussions will feature John Sayles, CEO, Vermont Foodbank, and will take place on Thursday, May 29 from Noon to 1pm. More details from - [Monthly Meeting is Tomorrow at the Chandler Music Hall in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/monthly-meeting-is-tomorrow-at-the-chandler-music-hall-in-randolph/) - The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is tomorrow, Tuesday, May 20. The meeting will take place at the Chandler Music Hall (71-73 Main, Randolph, VT) The meeting will be called to order at 10am. Materials for the meeting: Meeting AgendaApril After Hours Housing 211 ReportHSG Report for AHSLegislative Wrap-Up Draft meeting minutes - [Comment Period Now Open for VCH's Draft of Annual Report and Action Plan](https://helpingtohousevt.org/comment-period-now-open-for-vchs-draft-of-annual-report-and-action-plan/) - Vermont’s plan to Prevent and End Homelessness was developed by the Vermont Council on Homelessness in 2012 and endorsed by Governor Peter Shumlin in January of 2013. The full document, covering calendar years 2013 through 2017, can be read here. Read the draft Annual Report and one-year Action Plan for 2015 covering key strategies, recommended action items to support those strategies, - [Pathways VT Gets Conditional Designated Agency Status](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pathways-vt-gets-conditional-designated-agency-status/) - On Friday Pathways Vermont was granted a conditional special services agency (SSA) Designation. Read the press release from the Department of Mental Health below: Department of Mental Health Commissioner Paul Dupre announced today that Pathways Vermont will be given a conditional designation as a Specialized Services Agency (SSA) for Fiscal Year 2015 that begins July 1st. - [Round-Up of Media Coverage of Count Finding Increasing Homelessness in Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/round-up-of-media-coverage-of-count-finding-increasing-homelessness-in-vermont/) - Last week the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Chittenden County Continuum of Care released the results of this year's Point-in-Time Count of the state's homeless population. The 2014 count found an over 9 percent increase in those homeless in Vermont compared to 2013. Here's a round-up of some of the media coverage of - [Vermont Council on Homelessness is Meeting on Thursday](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-council-on-homelessness-is-meeting-on-thursday/) - The next bi-monthly meeting of the Vermont Council on Homelessness is this Thursday, April 24 from 2 pm to 4 pm. The meeting will be held in the Pavilion, 4th Floor Conference Room on State Street in Montpelier. Materials to review for the meeting: Tentative Meeting Agenda Working Draft Strategy Recommendations for VCH 2015 Annual Update Section 811 Program Fact Sheet - [Demers Interview: Vermont is Home to Plenty Barely Scraping By](https://helpingtohousevt.org/demers-interview-vermont-is-home-to-plenty-barely-scraping-by/) - In Vermont the population is about 626,000. One in every ten Vermonters, or 70,000, are classified by the U.S. Census Bureau as living in poverty. The Burlington Free Press recently interviewed Jan Demers, the executive director of Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO), on poverty in the state. Read the full interview here: BFP: - [Shining a Light on Poverty Series - Discussion #4: Feet on the Street Housing Retention](https://helpingtohousevt.org/shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-discussion-4-feet-on-the-street-housing-retention/) - In honor of 50 years of community action in Vermont, the Office of Economic Opportunity is hosting a series of one-hour discussions on poverty every month in 2014. The fourth of these discussions is entitled Feet on the Street Housing Retention. One way of getting to know the folks we all claim we know who live within - [Input Needed for HUD Letter by Thursday, April 24](https://helpingtohousevt.org/input-needed-for-hud-letter-by-thursday-april-24/) - As those of you who’ve been attending our meetings are aware, the VCEH is preparing to send comments to HUD in regard to the manner in which they do business with us. The changes in priorities that place more burden on local communities and may contribute to less services or less effective services for homeless - [Reminder - HMIS Demo This Afternoon](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-hmis-demo-this-afternoon/) - This is a reminder that we will be holding our first (of three) HMIS demonstrations onlinet oday from 1:00 – 3:00. Today's demonstration will look at Foothold with Abram Hillson, Director of HMIS New Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency. Current and future HMIS users are encouraged to attend to learn more about Foothold and - [Monthly Meeting is Tomorrow - Tuesday, April 15](https://helpingtohousevt.org/monthly-meeting-is-tomorrow-tuesday-april-15/) - Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 15, the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be having our monthly meeting. This month’s meeting will take place at 10am at a new location in Randolph: Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church 43 Hebard Hill Road Randolph, VT The Church is located on the on the corner of Hebard Hill Road and Route 66. Here is the - [Bazelon Releases New Report on Supportive Housing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/bazelon-releases-new-report-on-supportive-housing/) - The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law has released a report on the ADA and integrated housing opportunities for people with mental illness: A Place of My Own: How The ADA Is Creating Integrated Housing Opportunities For People With Mental Illnesses. A Place of My Own is designed to provide guidance and thought leadership to - [Domestic Violence is a Leading Cause of Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/domestic-violence-is-a-leading-cause-of-homelessness/) - In 2013, 16% of all homeless adults were victims of domestic violence. The proportion is even higher for women, with as many as one in every four homeless women reporting domestic violence as the cause of their homelessness. Additionally, over half of homeless women have experienced domestic or sexual violence at some point in their - [Supportive Service Providers Housing Survey Now Online](https://helpingtohousevt.org/supportive-service-providers-housing-survey-now-online/) - The last in a series of three surveys on Housing and Services is now online. Responses are being sought from Supportive Service Providers. This series of surveys have been designed to help assess common problems and challenges facing clients, and to get a picture of respondents best strategies and ideas to move forward. The survey - [New Report Finds Vermont Renters Still Cannot Afford the Rent](https://helpingtohousevt.org/new-report-finds-vermont-renters-still-cannot-afford-the-rent/) - The State's High Rents are Out of Reach for Working Families In order to afford a modest, two-bedroom apartment at the Fair Market Rent in Vermont, renters need to earn $19.36 per hour, or $40,272 a year. This is Vermont’s 2014 Housing Wage, revealed in a report released today. The report, Out of Reach 2014, was - [Shining a Light on Poverty Series - Discussion #3: Homelessness: Illness or Poverty?](https://helpingtohousevt.org/shining-a-light-on-poverty-series-discussion-3-homelessness-illness-or-poverty/) - In honor of 50 years of community action in Vermont, the Office of Economic Opportunity is hosting a series of one-hour discussions on poverty every month in 2014. The third of these discussions will feature Dr. Sam Tsemberis, Founder & CEO of Pathways to Housing, and will take place on Thursday, March 27 from 10am - [Agenda and Meeting Materials for Tomorrow's VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/agenda-and-meeting-materials-for-tomorrows-vceh-meeting/) - A reminder, tomorrow, Tuesday, March 18, from 10am to Noon the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness will be having our monthly meeting at the Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph. You can find driving directions, call-in info, and more here. Posted below, please find tomorrow's agenda, minutes from past called to order meetings, the - [New Location for Tuesday's VCEH Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/new-location-for-tuesdays-vceh-meeting/) - The next Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness meeting will take place on Tuesday, March 18 at a new location, the Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph. The meeting will take place at our regular time from 10am to Noon. The details: 10am - Noon, Tuesday, March 18, 2014 Chandler Center for the Arts 71-73 Main, Randolph, VT 05060 (Google Map) Directions: From the - [Housing First Training Events Happening Next Week in Rutland and Burlington](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-first-training-events-happening-next-week-in-rutland-and-burlington/) - Vermont Veteran Services and Pathways Vermont are hosting two Housing First training events that will take place in Rutland and Burlington next week. Both events are free, but you must send in your RSVP to ensure a space at one of the training events. The training, An Introduction to Housing First: The Art & Science of Practice, will first take - [Webinar on Thursday: Tent Cities, Homelessness & Human Rights](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-on-thursday-tent-cities-homelessness-human-rights/) - This Thursday, March 6 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm join the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty for the webinar "Tent Cities, Homelessness, & Human Rights," which will feature presentations by Eric Tars of the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty and Amy Sawyer of the US Interagency Council on Homelessness. The webinar will go into detail about the - [RuralEdge's Rural Reality Campaign to Spotlight Homelessness in the Northeast Kingdom](https://helpingtohousevt.org/ruraledges-rural-reality-campaign-to-spotlight-homelessness-in-the-northeast-kingdom/) - RuralEdge is partnering with Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Northeast Kingdom Youth Services, Lyndon State College, and Q Burke to bring the issue of rural homelessness to light. During the first week of March there will be a series of events to raise funds to prevent homelessness and, more importantly, to raise awareness about homelessness in - [Registration Open for National Health Care for the Homeless Council's Annual Conference](https://helpingtohousevt.org/registration-open-for-national-health-care-for-the-homeless-councils-annual-conference/) - Registration is now open for the 2014 National Health Care for the Homeless Conference & Policy Symposium, which will take place from May 28-30 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The gathering is for everyone interested in or currently working to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness and will feature more than 80 workshops and 150 - [60 Minutes Report on Housing the Chronically Homeless ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/60-minutes-report-on-housing-the-chronically-homeless/) - Last week CBS News and 60 Minutes aired a story on the possible benefits of finding permanent homes for the most vulnerable homeless individuals who once might have been viewed as unreachable. The story focused on a movement known as the 100,000 Homes Campaign, a campaign targeted to house the most at-risk, chronically homeless. Read the full transcript - [Monthly Meeting will be held at New Location: Vermont Tech on Tuesday, February 18](https://helpingtohousevt.org/monthly-meeting-will-be-held-at-new-location-vermont-tech-on-tuesday-february-18/) - ***Update 2/17/14: Due to expected weather conditions the monthly meeting scheduled for Tuesday will be postponed to a future time.*** The next monthly meeting for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is this upcoming Tuesday, February 18. The meeting will take place at a different location in Randolph from where we usually meet. The meeting - [Tomorrow's Monthly Meeting has Been Postponed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tomorrows-monthly-meeting-has-been-postponed/) - We are hearing from folks that the road conditions near Randolph are not expected to be ideal for driving tomorrow. Another storm is approaching and due to that forecast, tomorrow's VCEH meeting in Randolph will be rescheduled. We hope to find a time and location later this month to hold the meeting and will be notifying - [Reminder: Annual Homelessness Marathon Taking Place in Brattleboro on Wednesday, February 19](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reminder-annual-homelessness-marathon-taking-place-in-brattleboro-on-wednesday-february-19/) - A reminder: the 16th Annual Homelessness Marathon, a national event, will be taking place on Wednesday, February 19 live from the First Baptist Church of Brattleboro, at 190 Main St. The Marathon starts at 7 pm and will run for six hours until 1:00 am. Live video of the broadcast will be carried by Free Speech Television (FSTV), starting at 8:00 pm. FSTV - [Shining a Light on Poverty Event on February 27](https://helpingtohousevt.org/shining-a-light-on-poverty-event-on-february-27/) - In honor of 50 years of community action in Vermont, the Office of Economic Opportunity is hosting a series of one-hour discussions on poverty every month in 2014. The next of these discussions is entitled The War on Poverty: Large Positive Impact, But More Work Remains, and will take place on February 27, 2014. The event will feature Center - [April 15: Roundtable Discussion on Housing and Supportive Services Collaboration ](https://helpingtohousevt.org/april-15-roundtable-discussion-on-housing-and-supportive-services-collaboration/) - An important roundtable discussion will take place on Tuesday, April 15 on the needs of housing and support service collaboration. The event, Access to Housing for the Homeless, will take place from Noon to 3:30pm, immediately following the monthly Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness meeting in Randolph. The purpose of this facilitated discussion is to - [Transgender Community Face Discrimination in Finding Housing, Homeless Services](https://helpingtohousevt.org/transgender-community-face-discrimination-in-finding-housing-homeless-services/) - Transgender and gender nonconforming people, and in particular trans women of color, face among the highest rates of discrimination and violence in the country. One in five transgender people have been refused a home or apartment, and one in ten have been evicted because of their gender identity. Homelessness is also a critical issue for transgender - [Disability Awareness Day at the State House on February 19](https://helpingtohousevt.org/disability-awareness-day-at-the-state-house-on-february-19/) - The Vermont Coalition for Disability Rights will be hosting the annual Disability Awareness Day at the Vermont State House on February 19, 2014. Action will be occurring all throughout the day, starting 8:00 am and going to 6:30 pm. Here's a breakdown of the day's happenings: 9 to 10: VCDR will be serving coffee and pastries - [OEO's Lynne Munzberg Retirement Celebration on February 21](https://helpingtohousevt.org/oeos-lynne-munzberg-retirement-celebration-on-february-21/) - The Office of Economic Opportunity's Lynne Munzberg is retiring at the end of February. To honor her outstanding years of service, there will be a celebration at Central Vermont Community Action in Barre on Friday, February 21, 2014. Please send your RSVP to Paul Dragon at paul.dragon@state.vt.us. - [Registration Now Open for NEK Veterans Summit](https://helpingtohousevt.org/registration-now-open-for-nek-veterans-summit/) - Lyndon State College will be hosting the Northeast Kingdom Veterans Summit on March 15, 2014. Registration is now open. The purpose of the summit is to bring veterans, their families, and veteran service organizations together to build relationships, stronger connections, and an enhanced regional support network in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and Northern New Hampshire. Some - [Department of Corrections Requests Proposals for Offender Transitional Housing](https://helpingtohousevt.org/department-of-corrections-requests-proposals-for-offender-transitional-housing/) - The Vermont Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking proposals to provide for transitional housing with supportive services for offenders reentering the community from incarceration. Proposals are due on February 28, 2014 by 4:00pm. For the purpose of this request for proposal, Transitional Housing is defined as a DOC funded program that provides temporary (generally up - [Mental Health Advocacy Day at the State House Next Thursday, February 13](https://helpingtohousevt.org/mental-health-advocacy-day-at-the-state-house-next-thursday-february-13/) - This year’s Mental Health Advocacy Day is taking place on Thursday, February 13 at the State House in Montpelier. Join advocates, peers, providers, and family members from all across Vermont to raise awareness and ask our legislators to support the services and programs related to mental health we need. Folks are encouraged to share: Experiences - [Vermont Council on Homelessness Meeting on Thursday, February 27](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-council-on-homelessness-meeting-on-thursday-february-27/) - The next Vermont Council on Homelessness’ bimonthly meeting will take place on Thursday, February 27. The meeting will take place from 2pm to 4pm at the Pavilion, 4th Floor Conference Room on State Street in Montpelier. The tentative agenda is as follows: Introductions and Announcements (5 mins) Public Comment (5 mins) Current Issues: Homeless Single Adults – Jack Kearnan - [Point-In-Time Count Starts Tonight](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-starts-tonight/) - Tonight is the start of this year's Point-In-Time Count. The PIT Count allows local communities and state policy makers to understand current problems of homelessness, target limited funding to appropriate services, and track progress. As stipulated in the HEARTH/McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, the PIT Count also allows us to secure funding from HUD Continuum of - [February 19th: 16th Annual Homelessness Marathon Taking Place in Brattleboro](https://helpingtohousevt.org/february-19th-16th-annual-homelessness-marathon-taking-place-in-brattleboro/) - The 16th Annual Homelessness Marathon will be taking place on Wednesday, February 19. The Marathon has previously been broadcast from places such as Detroit, Kansas City, and Mississippi, and this year will be live from Brattleboro, Vermont. The Homelessness Marathon’s mission is to raise consciousness about homelessness and poverty in America and around the world. More fromhomelessnessmarathon.org: The broadcast - [Emergency Solutions Grant Program: Survey to Inform Annual Plan](https://helpingtohousevt.org/emergency-solutions-grant-program-survey-to-inform-annual-plan/) - The Vermont Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program, administered by the State Office of Economic Opportunity, provides a blend of state and federal (HUD) funding in all regions of the state for homeless shelters as well as non-profit programs engaged in work to prevent homelessness. The purpose of the federal Emergency Solutions Grant program is to help individuals and families quickly regain stability - [ICYMI: Leahy Editorial Spotlights Perils Facing Vermont’s Homeless Children](https://helpingtohousevt.org/icymi-leahy-editorial-spotlights-perils-facing-vermonts-homeless-children/) - In case you missed it, earlier in the month Senator Patrick Leahy wrote an editorial highlighting the perils facing Vermont’s homeless children and some of the efforts being done to curb the problem. From the Burlington Free Press: The frigid New Year weather that has gripped Vermont and much of the nation is a challenge to - [Friday, January 24: Final Point-In-Time Webinar Training](https://helpingtohousevt.org/friday-january-24-final-point-in-time-webinar-training/) - The final scheduled webinar for individuals to become trained and ready for this year's Point-In-Time (PIT) Count will take place tomorrow. The actual count will take place in one week on January 28-29. The training tomorrow will take place from 10am to 11am. Here are the directions to participate in Friday's training: 1. A few minutes before 10am, - [VCEH Meeting Tuesday, January 21 - Agenda and Materials](https://helpingtohousevt.org/919/) - This upcoming VCEH will be holding our monthly meeting. A vote has been warned regarding this year’s HUD Application, as well as on amendments to the VCEH standing rules. Proposed language for the amendments will be sent to you, and will soon be posted on the VCEH website. Please be on the lookout for the - [Request for Public Comment on Balance of State HUD Continuum of Care Application](https://helpingtohousevt.org/request-for-public-comment-on-balance-of-state-hud-continuum-of-care-application/) - Continuum of Care Application for Homeless Programs - 2013/2014 NOFA The Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) has prepared a draft of the Balance of State Continuum of Care (CoC) Application for homeless programs. You can view the draft Application here. Input is desired from all stakeholders on all sections. Please forward written comments to Daniel Blankenship (VSHA) or Sara - [Point-In-Time Form and User Guide](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-form-and-user-guide/) - This year's Point-In-Time will take place in less than two weeks. The count will be conducted on January 28 and 29. Get prepared: Download the Point-In-Time Survey Form. Download the 2014 Point-In-Time User Guide. Learn more about how to correctly fill out the PIT form here. - [VCEH, AHS, VSHA Sign Memorandum of Agreement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-ahs-vsha-sign-memorandum-of-agreement/) - A Memorandum of Agreement designed to strengthen our HUD Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance Application and to clarify roles and responsibilities within the Vermont Balance of State Continuum has been fully signed by all parties. The agreement was signed by the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (CoC Primary Decision-Making Group), Vermont Agency of Human Services (HMIS - [Point-In-Time Webinar Training #2: 10am, Tuesday, January 14th](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-webinar-training-2-10am-tuesday-january-14th/) - The second scheduled webinar for individuals to become trained and ready for this year's Point-In-Time (PIT) Count will take place Tuesday. The training will take place from 10am to 11am. Here are the directions to participate in Tuesday's training: 1. A few minutes before 10am, please join the meeting by clicking here: https://www4.gotomeeting.com/join/903841543 2. Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) - [Point-In-Time Webinar Training #1: 2pm, Friday, January 10](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-webinar-training-1-2pm-friday-january-10th/) - Four dates have been scheduled for individuals to become trained and ready for this year's Point-In-Time (PIT) Count. The first training will take place on Friday, January 10 from 2pm to 3pm. Here are the directions to participate in Friday's training: 1. A few minutes before 2pm, please join the meeting by clicking here: https://www4.gotomeeting.com/join/903799855 2. Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) - a - [Tomorrow: Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil at the State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tomorrow-homelessness-awareness-day-and-memorial-vigil-at-the-state-house/) - This year’s Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil is taking place tomorrow, Thursday, January 9, at the State House in Montpelier. A report by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, released last month, showed an increase in homelessness in Vermont, and one of the largest increases in family homelessness in the country. Throughout the day testimony will be offered in - [Upcoming Point-In-Time Count Training Events](https://helpingtohousevt.org/upcoming-point-in-time-count-training-events/) - Four dates have been scheduled for individuals to become trained and ready for this year's Point-In-Time (PIT) Count. The next PIT count of Vermont’s homeless population is taking place later this month on January 29-30, 2014. The PIT Count allows local communities and state policy makers to understand current problems of homelessness, target limited funding to appropriate - [January 9: Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil at the State House](https://helpingtohousevt.org/january-9-homelessness-awareness-day-and-memorial-vigil-at-the-state-house/) - Every year in January concerned citizens and homeless service providers from across Vermont gather at the State House in Montpelier for a day to engage their representatives and to renew their commitment to end homelessness in our state. On Thursday, January 9 the Annual Homelessness Memorial Vigil and Awareness Day will kick off early at 8:00am in the - [Update on Homelessness Awareness Day Schedule](https://helpingtohousevt.org/update-on-homelessness-awareness-day-schedule/) - An update on the Annual Homelessness Awareness Day and Memorial Vigil, taking place next week on Thursday, January 9, at the State House: The day is still starting at 8 AM in the Card Room. The Memorial Vigil will take place on the State House steps at Noon. A new time has been set for - [Shumlin Creates Anti-Poverty Council, Budget Will Include Added Funding For Low Income Programs](https://helpingtohousevt.org/shumlin-creates-anti-poverty-council-budget-will-include-added-funding-for-low-income-programs/) - Governor Peter Shumlin announced yesterday he will propose additional spending for anti-poverty programs in his upcoming budget to make up for some federal cuts. The governor also announced the creation of the Council on Pathways Out of Poverty, which will advise the Governor on programs impacting low income Vermonters. The council comes to being after - [CHALENG 2013 Survey Now Open to All Homeless, Formerly Homeless Veterans](https://helpingtohousevt.org/chaleng-2013-survey-now-open-to-all-homeless-formerly-homeless-veterans/) - The CHALENG 2013 survey is now open to all homeless and formerly homeless Veterans, VA and community partners on the CHALENG site: http://www.va.gov/HOMELESS/chaleng.asp. In 1994, the VA launched Project CHALENG (Community Homelessness Assessment, Local Education and Networking Groups) for Veterans, a program designed to enhance the continuum of care for homeless Veterans provided by the local - [VCEH Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, December 17](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-monthly-meeting-tuesday-december-17/) - This month's Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness meeting will take place this upcoming Tuesday, December 17 at the Vermont Tech Enterprise Center, located at 1540 VT Route 66 in Randolph. The meeting will be called to order at 10 AM. We have a lot on the agenda, including: Legislative Update – Erhard Mahnke Proposal of forum - [Vermont Council on Homelessness Meeting Next Thursday, December 12](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-council-on-homelessness-meeting-next-thursday-december-12/) - Next Thursday, December 12 will be the Vermont Council on Homelessness' bimonthly meeting. The meeting will take place from 2pm to 4pm at the Pavilion, 4th Floor Conference Room on State Street in Montpelier. The tentative agenda is as follows: Introductions and Announcements (5 mins) Public Comment (5 mins) Presentation and Discussion on Tax Credit Housing – Maura Collins, VHFA (45 mins) - [Webinar: Preparing for the 2014 Housing Inventory and Point-in-Time Counts](https://helpingtohousevt.org/webinar-preparing-for-the-2014-housing-inventory-and-point-in-time-counts/) - HUD will host a webinar on the 2014 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time Count (PIT) on Thursday, December 12, 2013, from 3-4 pm. The webinar will highlight new requirements and data collection guidance for the 2014 HIC and PIT Counts. Information on how to register for this webinar will be issued later this week. More on HUD's notice - [Notes from Continuum of Care Performance Meeting](https://helpingtohousevt.org/notes-from-continuum-of-care-performance-meeting/) - The results are back from the November 8th event on Continuum of Care performance: More than a Report Card. There was a good showing from both the Chittenden and Balance of State Continuums. More than 40 people were in attendance. Read the minutes of the meeting here. You can also read the feedback left by participants who - [Bennington Select Board Votes for New Prohibitions Aimed at Homeless](https://helpingtohousevt.org/bennington-select-board-votes-for-new-prohibitions-aimed-at-homeless/) - Last week the town of Bennington's Select Board voted to approve a series of controversial amendments to an ordinance which would greatly restrict panhandling, penalize the homeless from sleeping in their vehicles, and prohibit citizens from misrepresenting how they use the proceeds from panhandling. The Bennington Banner has more on the new measures and the protests they have sparked: protests...organized by - [January 15-17: Beyond Housing - A National Conversation on Child Homelessness and Poverty](https://helpingtohousevt.org/january-15-17-beyond-housing-a-national-conversation-on-child-homelessness-and-poverty/) - It's never too early to be looking ahead. The Institute for Children, Poverty, and Homelessness (ICPH) is inviting service providers, practitioners, policymakers, homeless and formerly homeless individuals, researchers, and members of the media to its next national conference, Beyond Housing. The conference will be taking place at the Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan in New York City from January - [Bennington Coalition Adopts New Name, Sets New Goals](https://helpingtohousevt.org/794/) - Last week the Bennington Coalition for the Homeless held their annual meeting. At the meeting it was announced they have changed their name and will now be called the Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless. The Bennington Banner has a report from the meeting: The Bennington Coalition for the Homeless will now be called the - [ICYMI: New Criteria Makes it Tougher for Homeless to Get Shelter](https://helpingtohousevt.org/icymi-new-criteria-makes-it-tougher-for-homeless-to-get-shelter/) - ABC 22 News ran a story last week on some of the impacts the new point system for emergency housing are having on folks who are homeless in Vermont. A partial transcript of the report (watch online): The faces and the stories are different, but their experiences have a common theme. "All we're trying to - [More on HUD Homelessness Report: Vermont Sees Increase in Numbers](https://helpingtohousevt.org/more-on-hud-homelessness-report-vermont-sees-increase-in-numbers/) - According to a report from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Vermont has seen an increase in homelessness from 2012 to 2013. The HUD study showed nationally a decline in the total numbers of those homeless. The HUD study uses data from a count conducted on a single night, known as the Point-in-Time. Shelters report how many - [HUD Releases Homeless Estimates for 2013](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-releases-homeless-estimates-for-2013/) - New HUD estimates on homelessness are out, and they show a decline in overall homelessness. The number of homeless veterans and people who have been homeless for at least a year has also seen a decline according to the report. USA Today has more: "We've seen that in one of the most difficult economic periods in - [Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Hunger Pains](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hunger-and-homelessness-awareness-week-hunger-pains/) - This week is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. The other day Rita Markley, Executive Director of the Committee on Temporary Shelter, and Marissa Parisi, Executive Director of Hunger Free Vermont penned an article on VTDigger highlighting some of the challenges facing Vermonters living in poverty: Just last month, the U.S. Department of Education reported that the number of homeless students in public schools - [Tomorrow: VCEH Monthly Meeting in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tomorrow-vceh-monthly-meeting-in-randolph/) - We hope you can make it for tomorrow's Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness meeting in Randolph. Here are the logistics: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Tuesday, November 19, 2013 Vermont Tech Enterprise Center 1540 VT Route 66, Randolph, VT We encourage you to attend the meeting in person, but if you are unable to, please dial-in at 1-866-244-8528 and use the participant access - [Public Saves When Homeless Hospital Patients Housed](https://helpingtohousevt.org/774/) - The Economic Roundtable recently published a report showing a reduction in public costs when chronically homeless hospital patients are placed into permanent supportive housing. The National Low Income Housing Coalition has more: A new report published by the Economic Roundtable, shows that placing high cost homeless hospital patients into permanent supportive housing can significantly reduce annual public and - [VPR’s Vermont Edition Covers Emergency and Transitional Housing Issues](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vprs-vermont-edition-covers-emergency-and-transitional-housing-issues/) - Yesterday’s Vermont Edition took a look at problems of homelessness in Vermont and the difficulty of finding affordable and safe emergency housing for families in need. The program focused on the new Harbor Place temporary housing facility, spending issues with emergency housing vouchers, as well as discussing other issues concerning emergency and transitional housing. VPR’s Jane Lindholm spoke spoke - [Friday's Workshop at The Three Stallion Inn in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fridays-workshop-at-the-three-stallion-inn-in-randolph/) - On Friday, November 8th the More Than A Report Card Workshop will be taking place from 1pm to 3:30pm at The Three Stallion Inn in Randolph. The workshop is free and is offered for all Continuum of Care Committees in Vermont. Each agency will receive a personalized confidential "report card." The workshop will focus on the following - [Brattleboro Winter Shelter Opens Early Due To High Demand](https://helpingtohousevt.org/brattleboro-winter-shelter-opens-early-due-to-high-demand/) - Last week Brattleboro's winter shelter opened early due to increased demand. VPR has the details: Officials say the demand for overnight shelter has increased because of federal budget cuts that disproportionately affect the poor. When the Brattleboro Area Drop In center opens at eight each morning Lucie Fortier often finds a crowd of people lined - [America's Homeless Kids Crisis: Vermont Sees Big Jump](https://helpingtohousevt.org/americas-homeless-kids-crisis-vermont-sees-big-jump/) - New report from The Atlantic highlights the spike in homelessness among American schoolchildren: The number of homeless students in the United States has hit a record high, according to new data from the Department of Education. The raw numbers are shocking: in the 2011 school year, 1,168,354 homeless children were enrolled in preschools and K-12 programs. Even more disturbing - [Warning a Vote: VCEH-AHS-VSHA Agreement](https://helpingtohousevt.org/warning-a-vote-vceh-ahs-vsha-agreement/) - Earlier this week at VCEH’s monthly meeting the draft of the memorandum of agreement between the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness, the Agency of Human Services, and the Vermont State Housing Authority was discussed. The only change to the original draft was approved by AHS (Angus Chaney) for inclusion under AHS duties “h” on page - [Vermont Council on Homelessness Survey Needs Input](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-council-on-homelessness-survey-needs-input/) - The Vermont Council on Homelessness' Supportive Housing Workgroup has created two surveys designed to obtain information to better understand and assess the issues and challenges that may arise both for clients and tenants and for housing providers. These surveys directly respond to the Council's charge to make progress on expanding the capacity of programs to provide voluntary supportive - [November 8: More Than a Report Card Workshop](https://helpingtohousevt.org/november-8-more-than-a-report-card-workshop/) - On November 8th from 1 to 3:30pm a free workshop will be offered for all Continuum of Care Committees in Vermont. The workshop is entitled More Than a Report Card: A Workshop to Assess, Review, and Renew Performance. At the workshop individuals will be working in small groups to address the best practices around: Moving from Transitional to - [Dreams of Home: An Evening of Community Dialogue on the subject of Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/dreams-of-home-an-evening-of-community-dialogue-on-the-subject-of-homelessness/) - Tomorrow, Thursday, October 25, the Brattleboro Retreat is sponsoring an event with Anna Luepnitz, PhD, who will be discussing her work with the homeless population in Philadelphia as well as Philadelphia’s highly successful program for the homeless called Project HOME. This will be followed by a panel discussion which will include advocates in Windham County - [HUD Launches Affordable Care Act Resource Library Page](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-launches-affordable-care-act-resource-library-page/) - HUD has announced the launch of the Resource Library Page for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on the OneCPD Resource Exchange. The webpage has been designed to help housing and homeless services providers, clients, and advocates easily access information about health reform as it relates to housing. The site includes: General and state-specific information on the implementation - [Tomorrow: VCEH’s Monthly Meeting in Randolph](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tomorrow-vcehs-monthly-meeting-in-randolph/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness monthly meeting will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, October 15, at the Vermont Tech Enterprise Center, located at 1051 Route 66 in Randolph. The meeting will be called to order at 10am. Some of the items to be discussed: Discussions of the impact of the federal government shutdown and the possible default on top of sequestration in - [October 24: Vermont Council on Homelessness Meeting in Williston](https://helpingtohousevt.org/october-24-vermont-council-on-homelessness-meeting-in-williston/) - The next Vermont Council on Homelessness meeting will take place on Thursday, October 24 in the Agency of Human Services Training Room located at 208 Hurricane Lane in Williston. The meeting will begin at 2pm and end at 4pm. If you are unable to attend in person, the conference dial-in number is 1-877-273-4202 and participate access code - [Point-in-Time Count of Homelessness in Vermont](https://helpingtohousevt.org/point-in-time-count-of-homelessness-in-vermont/) - The next Point-in-Time (PIT) count of Vermont’s homeless population will take place on January 29-30, 2014. The PIT Count allows local communities and state policy makers to understand current problems of homelessness, target limited funding to appropriate housing and services, and track progress. It also serves to highlight the need to ensure all Vermonters have - [Counting Youth in the 2014 P.I.T.](https://helpingtohousevt.org/counting-youth-in-the-2014-p-i-t/) - Geoff Ayers, AmeriCorps VISTA at the Department of Mental Health, has sent along his notes of the Youth Count Process study from the Urban Institute. The youth counts implemented by the pilot sites in the study were not uniform in their design, which gives Vermont the opportunity to look at strategies that worked and failed. Read ## Pages - [Home](https://helpingtohousevt.org/) - Who We Are The Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont (HHAV) works toward a future in which all people living in Vermont have safe, stable, affordable homes and if homelessness occurs, it is brief, rare, and non-recurring. This includes the full spectrum of the affordable housing landscape, from rentals to homeownership, from shelter to subsidies - [Rutland](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/rutland/) - Rutland County Housing Coalition Chair: Angus Chaney Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Jessica Makela Meeting: Third Thursday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Location: Asa Bloomer State Building, Room 266 Covering all of Rutland County. - [Voting Rights for those Experiencing Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/voting-rights-for-those-experiencing-homelessness/) - Voting is a right for all Vermont citizens, and this includes our unhoused populations. Check out our resources to help people experiencing homelessness make their voices heard at the ballot box! Register to vote HERE! Disability Rights Vermont and Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness on June 15th held a training on voting rights for people experiencing homelessness. View SLIDES and VIDEO of the - [Special NOFO to Address Unsheltered and Rural Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/special-nofo-to-address-unsheltered-and-rural-homelessness/) - February 15, 2023 Vermont Receives Over 2 million in Grants to Address Unsheltered and Rural Homelessness from HUD CoC Competitive FY22 Special NOFO Application October 18, 2022 VCEH Publishes FY22 Special NOFO Final Application, Project Listing, & Plan for Serving Individuals and Families Experiencing Homelessness with Severe Service Needs (aka Plan) The VT-500 – Vermont Balance - [HUD 2022 Continuum of Care Funding](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-2022-continuum-of-care-funding/) - May 22, 2023 Vermont Receives $6.2 million for Response to Homelessness from FY22 CoC Competitive Funding NOFO September 28, 2022 FY22 CoC Consolidated Application Published Narratives and Project Listing The VT-500 – Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS CoC) CoC Consolidated Application is published below. These documents include the CoC Application and - [Meetings, Minutes, & Governance](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/) - VT Balance of State CoC Meetings The Coalition meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 10AM - 12PM virtually via Zoom. Meeting agendas and minutes are distributed over our listserv. If you would like more information on the meetings, or if you would like to be added to our coalition-wide email list, please sign - [2026 State Advocacy](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2026-state-advocacy/) - Below, please find HHAV's final 2026 State Policy Priorities and supporting materials General 2026 State Policy Final 2026 State Policy Priorities Policy Priorities presentation from our January 13, 2026 membership meeting. This lays out the issues and policies HHAV will prioritize, endorse and actively engage on throughout the state legislative session as well as the timeline and - [Advocacy](https://helpingtohousevt.org/advocacy/) - HHAV Advocacy HHAV provides member-driven state and federal policy advocacy in alignment with our Mission and Vision 2025-2028 Strategic Plan General policy guide approved by members in 2025 Our advocacy is focused on building a Vermont where the fundamental right to housing is enjoyed by all​. Learn more about the work we've done each Legislative - [Careers](https://helpingtohousevt.org/careers-2/) - There are currently no job postings. - [2025 State Advocacy](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2025stateadvocacy/) - The Problem Vermont has one of the highest rates of unhoused people in the country. According to the 2024 Vermont Point in Time count, there were 3,458 unhoused Vermonters in a single night, including 737 children and 646 Vermonters 55 years old or older. This number is an undercount, as it reflects only the people - [Homelessness Awareness Day Events 2026](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-events-2026/) - Below you can read about all the events that will take place this January around Vermont to bring awareness to issues around homelessness. Find out how to get in touch with your local housing coalition HERE. Check out the media coverage of local events: myChamplainVally.com · Newport Daily Express · Brattleboro Reformer · Bennington Banner - [Staff & Board](https://helpingtohousevt.org/staff-board-2/) - Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont HHAV Staff Chad Simmons, Executive Director, csimmons@hhav.org Molly Shimko, Continuum of Care Program Director, mshimko@helpingtohousevt.org Grace Shyer, Program Coordinator, gshyer@hhav.org HHAV Board Members Chair: Sarah Phillips, Vermont Community Loan Fund Vice-Chair: Lindsay Thrall, Evernorth Treasurer: Mary Gerisch, Bennington Housing Authority Secretary: Peter Elwell, Groundworks VT Kara Casey, Vermont Network - [2026 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2026-point-in-time-count/) - Vermont’s Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness will take place on January 28th, 2026. The following information is for agencies that are required to participate in the count and enter their projects into the HMIS. Categorized by three Program Types: Emergency Shelter Transitional Housing Safe Haven - There are no HUD defined - [Mission & History](https://helpingtohousevt.org/mission/) - Mission & History Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont The Housing & Homelessness Alliance of is a merger of the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness and the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition, formed in 2023. This dynamic new organization builds on a long history of collaboration and shared goals and will have a stronger and more - [Guide to the Unsheltered Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/guide-to-the-unsheltered-count/) - Unsheltered Count The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care is required conduct a point-in-time count of unsheltered persons every two years, but we opt to conduct a count of unsheltered persons every year. For the unsheltered count, coalitions must account for and report on all unsheltered homeless people residing in their area. According to - [Financial Reports](https://helpingtohousevt.org/financial-reports/) - 990s HHAV 2023 990 VCEH 2022 990 - [FY2025 HUD CoC NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2025-hud-coc-nofo-notice-of-funding-opportunity/) - Final UPDATED VT BoS CoC Request for Proposals: 2025 CoC NOFO New and Renewal Projects Please find the final updated NOFO RFP here. If you are submitting a project proposal, please read it thoroughly and base your application on this RFP, and not the previous version. The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS - [Domestic & Sexual Violence](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/dvsv/) - HHAV and the VT BoS CoC work closely with our partners at the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence and its member organizations throughout the state that provide housing advocacy, shelter, and transitional housing to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Members of these organizations are also a part of the HHAV and VT - [Introduction to VT BoS CoC](https://helpingtohousevt.org/introduction-vt/) - What is the Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care? Vermont has two Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-recognized Continua of Care (CoC) that apply for federal homeless funding for their corresponding geographic areas: the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance (CCHA) which covers Chittenden County and the Vermont Balance of State CoC that encompasses the - [Windham South](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/windhamsouth/) - Housing Coalition of Southeastern Vermont (Brattleboro Area Housing Coalition) Chair: Sue Graff Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Libby Bennett Meetings: Second Tuesday of the month 3:00 - 4:30 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom Marlboro Grad Center, Voc Rehab Conference Room, 4th Floor Serving towns of Stratton, Jamaica, Townshend, Athens, Westminster, Brookline, - [Orange & Windsor North](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/orangewindsornorth/) - Upper Valley Coalition for Housing Solutions Chair: Linda Anderson Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: L'Tonya Johnson Meeting: Last Thursday of the month 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom AHS District Office, 118 Prospect St., White River Junction Serving all of Orange County and Windsor County towns of: Bethel, Rochester, - [Addison](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/addison/) - Addison County Housing Coalition Chair: Susan Whitmore Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Jeanne Montross Meeting: First Thursday of each month, 2:15 - 3:15 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom HOPE, 282 Boardman Street, Middlebury Serving all towns in Addison County. - [Bennington](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/bennington/) - Bennington Housing Solutions Team Chair: Roxanne Carelli and Karissa Myers. Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Mary Gerisch Meeting: Second Friday of the month 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom State Office Building, 3rd Floor Conference Room150 Veterans Memorial DriveBennington, VT Serving all towns in Bennington County. - [Lamoille](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/lamoille/) - Lamoille Valley Housing & Homelessness Coalition (LVHHC) Chairs: Kim Anetsberger or Katrina James. Representative to the VT BoS CoC Board: Kim Anetsberger Meeting: Second Thursday of the month 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom AHS District Office, 63 Professional Drive, Morrisville Covering all of Lamoille County and the Caledonia County town of Hardwick. - [Vermont Lead Agencies](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermont-lead-agencies/) - Looking to get or keep housing? Contact the lead agency in your area to get connected! Addison County Charter House Chelsea Delisle chelsea@chcvt.org (802) 458-1683 www.chcvt.org Bennington County BROC – Community Action in Southwestern Vermont Melinda DuBois mdubois@broc.org 802-775-0878 www.broc.org Brattleboro Area Groundworks Collaborative Sarah Jung coordinatedentry@groundworksvt.org 802-863-6248 groundworksvt.org Caledonia, Essex, Orleans Counties Northeast Kingdom Community - [Previous Trainings: Recordings and Slides](https://helpingtohousevt.org/past-training-recordings-resources/) - 3SquaresVT on 10/1 Eligibility Changes 3SquaresVT Changes PowerPoint 3SquaresVT Program Manual VT BoS CoC Membership Meeting | July 29th, 2025 Watch the livestream for the event here. Wall of Gratitude! HHAV Strategic Planning Presentation Local Housing Coalition Presentation slides: Rutland: Jessica Makela, Homeless Prevention Center Addison: Jeanne Montross, HOPE, on Middlebury's encampment policy Lamoille: Kim - [2025 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2025-point-in-time-count/) - Vermont’s Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness took place on January 22, 2025. 2025 Point-in-Time Count Report 2025 Vermont State of Homelessness Report: Report Uses 2025 Point in Time Count Data and Most Recent Coordinated Entry Data to Provide Detailed Study of Homelessness in Vermont Find additional PIT Count logos here. - [CE Forms & Tools](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/coordinatedentry/formsandtools/) - LOCAL PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS Coordinated Entry Partnership Agreement (7.2017) Coordinated Entry Partnership Milestones (1.2017) RELEASE OF INFORMATION FORM: Coordinated Entry Release of Information (2.2024) HMIS Release of Information (2.2024) Staff Tool for Reviewing ROI with Clients (2.2024)Staff should use this tool to review the ROI form with clients. COORDINATED ENTRY POLICIES AND FORMS Policies and Procedures - [Resources](https://helpingtohousevt.org/resources/) - Reports 2025 State of Homelessness Report State & Federal Resources List of Vermont Shelter Providers VT Agency of Commerce and Community Development Landlord Tenant Education Materials Mainstream Resources: publicly funded programs providing services, housing, and income supports to Vermonters Vermont Housing Resource Chart Affordable Rental Housing Properties in Vermont (VHFA) Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) - [CE Overview](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/coordinatedentry/overview/) - What is Coordinated Entry? Paving the way for more efficient housing assistance, Coordinated Entry (CE) is a process that ensures people experiencing a housing crisis have fair and equal access and are quickly identified, assessed for, referred and connected to housing assistance based on their strengths and needs. The VT BoS CoC uses a Local - [Caledonia & Southern Essex](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/caledoniaessex/) - Caledonia and Southern Essex (CSE) Housing Coalition Chair: Chris Mitchell Representative to the VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Chris Mitchell Meeting: Second Thursday of the month 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom Covering all of Caledonia County. Covering the Essex County towns of East Haven, Granby, Guildhall, Lunenburg, Victory, and Concord. - [Local Housing Coalition Homelessness Awareness Day Events 2025](https://helpingtohousevt.org/local-housing-coalition-homelessness-awareness-day-events-2025/) - Below you can read about all the events that will take place this May around Vermont to bring awareness to issues around homelessness. Find out how to get in touch with your local housing coalition HERE. Addison County Housing Coalition The Addison County Housing Coalition will hold a Honk and wave and flag display on - [Homelessness Awareness Day 2025](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2025-homelessness-awareness-day/) - Homelessness Awareness Day will be held on Tuesday, May 6th! Service and shelter providers and housing advocates from across the state will join homeless and formerly homeless Vermonters to reflect on all we must do in the coming year to end homelessness in Vermont! This year's Homelessness Awareness Day will take place at the statehouse - [Committees](https://helpingtohousevt.org/committees/) - The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care and Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont have a number of working committees. These can be seen in the organization structure chart in this presentation (page 9). All CoC members are welcome to join VT BoS CoC Committees! Anyone who attends local housing coalition meetings or attends - [2024 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2024-point-in-time-count/) - Vermont’s Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness took place place on the night of Wednesday January 24th, 2024. 2024 Point-in-Time Count Report 2024 PIT Report 2024 Pit Report Data Sheet 2024 PIT Report - Racial Disparity Worksheet 2024 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) TH Projects Only - [Washington](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/washington/) - Washington County Housing Coalition Chairs: Kathi Partlow, Ramsey Papp, & Ken Russell Representative to VT BoS CoC Governing Board: Kathi Partlow Meeting: Fourth Monday of the month 9:00 - 10:00 AM Location: Currently held via Zoom Capstone Community Action, 20 Gable Pl., Barre VT Covering all of Washington County. - [Orleans & Northern Essex](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/orleans/) - Orleans & Northern Essex Housing Coalition (ONE) Chair: Casey Winterson Representative to the VT BoS CoC Board: Casey Winterson Meeting: Second Thursday of the month 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Location: Currently held via Zoom Economic Services Office100 Main Street, Suite 240Newport, VT 05855 Serving all of Orleans County. - [Franklin & Grand Isle](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/franklingrandisle/) - Franklin & Grand Isle Housing Coalition Chair: Jess Graff Representative to the VT BoS CoC Board: Jess Graff Meeting: First Monday of the month 2 - 3:30 PM Location: Currently held in a hybrid fashion via Microsoft Teams and at the State Office building on Federal Street in Saint Albans, VT 05478 Serving all of Franklin and - [2025 Legislative Priorities](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2025-legislative-priorities/) - The Problem Vermont has one of the highest rates of unhoused people in the country. According to the 2024 Vermont Point in Time count, there were 3,458 unhoused Vermonters in a single night, including 737 children and 646 Vermonters 55 years old or older. This number is an undercount, as it reflects only the people - [Coordinated Entry News & Updates](https://helpingtohousevt.org/coordinated-entry-news-updates/) - Now Available: Updated VT BoS CoC Coordinated Entry Assessment Form November 1, 2024 Today is the day! It has finally arrived! You will find the newly updated Vermont Balance of State CoC Coordinated Entry Assessment linked here. The attached CE Assessment Form was introduced at the CE Summit in Waterbury on September 9th. That summit - [FY2024 HUD CoC NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2024-hud-coc-nofo-notice-of-funding-opportunity/) - FY24 CoC Consolidated Application Published Narratives and Project Listing Monday October, 28 2024 The VT-500 – Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care (VT BoS CoC) CoC Consolidated Application is published below. These documents include the CoC Application and the Project Priority Listing (project list and ranking) for HUD’s FY24 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Funding. - [Vermont's Emergency Shelter Providers](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/) - Need Shelter? Call 2-1-1 ANEW Place Burlington 802-862-9879 Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless Bennington 802-442-2424 (adults only) or 802-681-8062 (families only) Capstone Community Action Barre 802-479-1053 or 800-639-1053 Champlain Housing Trust, Elmwood Community Shelter Burlington 802-209-5286 Charter House Coalition Middlebury 802-989-8621 COTS Burlington Main St. Family Center 802-864-7402 COTS Burlington Waystation 802-862-7776 CVOEO, The - [Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/hmis/) - The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is a local information technology system that supports the collection of an array of data on homelessness, including unduplicated counts, use of services, and, ultimately, the effectiveness of Vermont's homeless assistance system. HMIS provides communities with an opportunity to re-examine how homeless services are provided in their community, make - [CoCBuilds Notice of Funding Opportunity](https://helpingtohousevt.org/coc-builds-notice-of-funding-opportunity/) - HUD has introduced a new funding opportunity for states to address the need for new permanent supportive housing units with the CoCBuilds NOFO. Read the CoCBuilds Summary From HUD: The Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds (CoCBuilds) NOFO targets efforts within CoC geographic areas to address and reduce persons experiencing homelessness by adding new units of - [Veterans Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/veterans/) - The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care hosts a Vermont Veterans Committee on Homelessness (VVHC) that meets three times a month. The Vermont Veterans Committee on Homelessness (VVHC) is comprised of a coalition of homeless Veteran provider agencies working together to address Veteran-specific housing needs throughout the state. A primary focus of the committee - [HUD CoC Funding](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hud-funding/) - Every year, the US Department of Housing & Urban Development offers competitive funding for CoCs across the country. The Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont is the designated “collaborative applicant” for HUD funding for the Balance of State CoC, meaning HHAV helps prepare and submit the application and monitor funded projects throughout the year. HUD - [Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion](https://helpingtohousevt.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/) - HUD's Equal Access Rule Training May 23, 2024 The CoC recently hosted a training on HUD’s Equal Access Rule (Equal Access to Housing Final Rule - HUD Exchange), involuntary family separation, and creating spaces of inclusion. The Equal Access rule ensures that all individuals - regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity - have equal - [Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime/) - What is the Point-In-Time Count? The Point-in-Time (PIT) count is an annual count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January overseen by the Continuum of Care and required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The sheltered count takes place every year and counts folks living in - [FY2023 HUD CoC NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/fy2023-hud-continuum-of-care-notice-of-funding-opportunity/) - Vermont Receives over $5.5 million for Response to Homelessness from FY23 CoC Competitive Funding NOFO The VT-500 Balance of State Continuum of Care Consolidated Application for the HUD Continuum of Care Program Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity was fully funded for FY23 and projects within the continuum and across the state received over $5.5 million - [Available List Of Documents](https://helpingtohousevt.org/available-list-of-documents/) - General Documents Helpful acronyms to know when working in homelessness & housing in Vermont AHS Housing Help Checklist for Case Managers Working with Households Experiencing Homelessness Vermont Designated Agency Crisis Contacts Local Housing Coalition Documents Strategic Plans Upper Valley Coalition for Housing Solutions Strategic Plan 2023 Resource Cards "Gotta" Middlebury Resource Card Springfield Area Resource - [Local Housing Coalition Tools](https://helpingtohousevt.org/tools/) - Planning Tools for Local Housing Coalitions Practical Planning Guide To be updated Spring 2024Action Plan Template To be updated Spring 2024Creating a Vision Statement Guide To be updated Spring 2024Meeting Minutes Template To be updated Spring 2024 Examples for Local Housing Coalitions Strategic Planning Example from one local housing coalition 2017 Local CoC Assessment Report - [Local Housing Coalitions](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/) - Each region of Vermont has its own local housing coalition. These coalitions are partnerships of the local service providers (Community Action Agencies, Mental Health Agencies, homeless shelter and service providers, private health care providers, etc); local resource providers (Economic Services, private lenders, etc.); nonprofit and for-profit housing managers; housing developers; consumers; and any other key - [Youth Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/youth/) - The Vermont Balance of State Continuum of Care works with organizations around the state tackling the issue of youth homelessness in Vermont, such as Northeast Kingdom Youth Service (NEKYS) and the Washington County Youth Service Bureau. Members of these organizations are also a part of our VT BoS CoC board, bringing the voice of youth - [2024 Homelessness Awareness Day](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2024-homelessness-awareness-day/) - Thanks to all who made our 2024 Homelessness Awareness Day a success on Thursday Jan. 18! Service and shelter providers and housing advocates from across the state joined homeless and formerly homeless Vermonters to reflect on all we must do in the coming year to end homelessness in Vermont! This year's Homelessness Awareness Day took - [Local Housing Coalition Homelessness Awareness Day Events 2024](https://helpingtohousevt.org/local-housing-coalition-homelessness-awareness-day-events-2024/) - Below you can read about all the events that have taken place this winter around Vermont to bring awareness to issues around homelessness. Find out how to get in touch with your local housing coalition HERE. Addison County Housing Coalition On January 18th, 2023, the Addison County Housing Coalition displayed flags to represent the three - [Homelessness Awareness Day Events with WRJ VA Healthcare System & VT Veterans Committee on Homelessness](https://helpingtohousevt.org/homelessness-awareness-day-events-with-wrj-va-healthcare-system-vt-veterans-committee-on-homelessness/) - The White River Junction VA Healthcare System and VT Veterans Committee on Homelessness will join Veterans with lived experience, colleagues and community partners to highlight Veterans homelessness by hosting a pop-up soup kitchen. Bowls of chili will be served to all who wish to join us. We will be acknowledging the more than 300 Veterans - [Windsor South & Windham North](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/windsorsouthwindhamnorth/) - Springfield (SDO) Housing Coalition Contact: Lee Trapeni (Co-Chair) or Sue Graff (Co-Chair) Representative to the VT BoS CoC Board: Lee Trapeni Meetings: First Tuesday of the month 2:00 - 3:30pm Location: Currently held via Zoom Springfield Health Clinic, 100 River Street (3rd Floor) Serving Windsor County towns of Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish, Chester, Ludlow, Plymouth, Reading, Springfield, Weathersfield, - [Local Housing Coalition Homelessness Awareness Day Events 2023](https://helpingtohousevt.org/local-housing-coalition-homelessness-awareness-day-events/) - Thank you to all our colleagues across Vermont for helping bring awareness to our state's homelessness crisis on our 2023 Homelessness Awareness Day! Below you can read about all the events that have taken or will take place this winter around Vermont to bring awareness to issues around homelessness. Addison County Housing Coalition: Bristol, Middlebury, - [2023 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2023-point-in-time-count/) - Thanks to all who assisted in completing Vermont's 2023 Point-in-Time Count! Vermont’s Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness took place on January 25, 2023. Special thanks to the Institute for Community Alliances for their hard work and valuable partnership and thanks to our local housing coalitions who helped make this cout - [Membership](https://helpingtohousevt.org/membership/) - HHAV is a membership-based advocacy organization dedicated to ensuring all people living in Vermont have safe, stable, affordable homes and if homelessness occurs, it is brief, rare, and non-recurring. This includes the full spectrum of the affordable housing landscape, from rentals to homeownership, from shelter to subsidies and services, from new development to sustaining existing - [PIT Archives](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime/pit-archives/) - 2022 Point-in-Time Count Results 2022 Point-in-Time Count Report 2022 Point-in-Time Count Raw Data 2022 Point-in-Time Count Breakdown by County 2021 Point-in-Time Count Results 2021 PIT Count Report: Vermont Point in Time Count of Households Experiencing Homelessness, 2021 Vermont Balance of State PIT Data Vermont by County and AHS District Summary Final Vermont BoS 2021 All Homeless PIT - [Voices of Home](https://helpingtohousevt.org/voices-of-home/) - In the spring of 2014, the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition (now the Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont) embarked on a story-gathering project to raise public awareness about the importance of affordable housing in Vermont. This effort expanded into a multi-media initiative to share personal narratives and portraits of residents and housing advocates statewide. The - [Member Organizations](https://helpingtohousevt.org/member-organizations/) - Organizational Members AARP Vermont Addison County Community Trust Barre Housing Authority Bennington Housing Authority Brattleboro Area Affordable Housing Corporation BROC - Community Action in Southwestern Vermont Capstone Community Action Cathedral Square Corporation Central VT Habitat for Humanity Champlain Housing Trust Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) Clara Martin Center Dismas of Vermont Downstreet Housing - [Online Training Modules](https://helpingtohousevt.org/vceh-online-training-modules/) - Online Training Modules These freestanding modules engage you with key concepts, frameworks, mindsets, and skills central to the work of ending homelessness. We trust you’ll find them practical and relevant whether you are brand new or experienced in the field. Check out an Intro to our Training Modules Check out the array of modules below, - [Housing Education](https://helpingtohousevt.org/housing-education/) - Educating the public is central to HHAV's success and our mission. On this page, you’ll find links and resources that provide context for housing need and affordability at a state and national level. Affordability in Vermont Renting in Vermont poses unique challenges. Here are some facts and statistics to give context to the environment in - [State & National Partner Training Pages](https://helpingtohousevt.org/state-national-training-partners/) - State Partner Training Pages Vermont Agency of Human Services Dept. for Children and Families Trainings & Webinars Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) Recorded Presentations and Videos Vermont Center for Achievement in Public Service (CAPS) Statewide Training and Development Vermont Network Against Domestic & Sexual Violence 2022 Violence Against Women Act Training Video Recording - [Careers 2022](https://helpingtohousevt.org/careers/) - The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness is currently seeking applicants for the position of AmeriCorps VISTA Communications & Outreach Coordinator. This is full-time position beginning Fall 2022. Remote/in-person hybrid options. We at VCEH are so excited to be adding a new member to the team and looking to hire an AmeriCorps VISTA Communication & Outreach - [2023 Homelessness Awareness Day](https://helpingtohousevt.org/schedule-of-homelessness-awareness-day-virtual-and-in-person-events-at-the-statehouse/) - Thank you for joining us for the 2023 Annual Homelessness Awareness Day! Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Service and shelter providers, and housing advocates from across the state and joined homeless and formerly homeless Vermonters to reflect on all we must do in the coming year to end homelessness in Vermont! This year's Homelessness Awareness Day - [Training Modules in the Workplace](https://helpingtohousevt.org/training-modules-in-the-workplace/) - Overview There are three important ways for you to transfer your learning from each module into your unique work setting and context. Practice & Reflect: Each training module will ask you to respond to reflective questions, practice filling out forms that will be used regularly and complete other tasks and activities that will directly apply - [Intro to Training Modules](https://helpingtohousevt.org/intro-to-training-modules/) - Introduction to Our Online Training Initiative The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) Training Initiative is a partnership between the Coalition, the Vermont Council on Homelessness, and the Vermont Office of Economic Opportunity. We recognized the need to create easily accessible training for staff working on housing and homelessness across Vermont. The Training Initiative helps - [Schedule of 2023 Homelessness Awareness Events at the Statehouse & Virtually](https://helpingtohousevt.org/schedule-of-2023-homelessness-awareness-events-at-the-statehouse-virtually/) - January 11th 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Virtual Training and Discussion about Vermont’s Legislative Process VCEH & VIA hosted a virtual training and discussion about Vermont’s legislative process lead by Kara Casey from the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence and Melissa Battah from Vermont Interfaith Action. The session addressed how to effectively engage - ["Last Resort" Survival Kit Display](https://helpingtohousevt.org/last-resort-survival-kit-display/) - Shelters around Vermont are often at capacity, especially in the winter months. When a shelter is at capacity, providers have to turn away folks in real need. "Last Resort" Survival Kits are created by shelters to help people seeking shelter when they have no bed or roof to provide. They are truly a "last resort" - [Lamoille Valley Housing & Homeless Coalition Memorial Vigil at Hyde Park](https://helpingtohousevt.org/lamoille-valley-housing-homeless-coalition-memorial-vigil-at-hyde-park/) - [Washington County Homeless Persons’ Memorial Candlelight Vigil](https://helpingtohousevt.org/washington-county-homeless-persons-memorial-candlelight-vigil/) - [Upper Valley Memorial Vigils](https://helpingtohousevt.org/upper-valley-memorial-vigils/) - Randolph Vigil Hartford Vigil - [Rutland Candlelight Vigil 2023](https://helpingtohousevt.org/rutland-candlelight-vigil-2023/) - [Reports & Data](https://helpingtohousevt.org/reports-data/) - Vermont State Housing Authority RRH Program Report (March 2019) VSHA Shelter Plus Care Program Report (May 2019) Racial Disparity Summary 9.11.2019 Racial Disparities in Homelessness Systems (VT BoS CoC) 4.24.19 VSHA CoC Subsidy Utilization Chart 7.26.2019 - [Local Housing Coalition Login](https://helpingtohousevt.org/login/) - [Other Training & Resources](https://helpingtohousevt.org/other-training-resources/) - Other Trainings State Partner Trainings Vermont Agency of Human Services Introduction to Trauma and Resilience Office of Economic Opportunity Webinars Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) Renter's Workshops Vermont Network Against Domestic & Sexual Violence 2022 Violence Against Women Act Training Video Recording and Slides HUD Exchange Webinars Homelessness 101 Targeting Homeless Prevention Strategies - [Register](https://helpingtohousevt.org/register/) - [User](https://helpingtohousevt.org/user/) - [Logout](https://helpingtohousevt.org/logout/) - [Account](https://helpingtohousevt.org/account/) - [Password Reset](https://helpingtohousevt.org/password-reset/) - [2022 Point-in-Time Count](https://helpingtohousevt.org/2022-point-in-time-count/) - Vermont's Annual Point-in-Time Count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night took place on January 26, 2022. Many thanks to everyone who helped plan, coordinate, and carry out the count, with special thanks to the Institute for Community Alliances (ICA) our HMIS lead. 2022 Point-in-Time Count Report 2022 Point-in-Time Count Raw Data - [Chittenden](https://helpingtohousevt.org/localhousingcoalitions/chittenden/) - The Chittenden County Homeless Alliance (also known as CCHA, "the Alliance," Chittenden Continuum of Care, or Chittenden CoC) is the HUD Continuum of Care that serves Chittenden County, VT. The CCHA is a separate entity from the Vermont Balance of State CoC, which serves the other 13 counties in Vermont. CCHA and VT BoS CoC/VCEH collaborate on projects, in groups, and - [Donation Info](https://helpingtohousevt.org/donation-info-page/) - Capstone Community Action is the fiscal agent for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness. All donations are tax-deductible. Click below to donate & be sure to designate your gift to the Coalition. 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These documents include the CoC Application data and narratives and the Project Priority Listing - [Governance](https://helpingtohousevt.org/about/governance/) - VCEH GOVERNANCE CHARTER & POLICIES/PROCEDURES VT BoS CoC Governance Charter & Policies/Procedures (9.17.2019) VCEH BOARD MEMBERS VCEH 2021-2022 Board Members ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER (Guidance for VCEH meetings) Summary Version Full Text VCEH BUDGET VCEH budget FY19 Revised Dec.18 - [HUD CoC Funding](https://helpingtohousevt.org/hudfunding/) - Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) as the Collaborative Applicant, coordinates the process that selects the local projects that will be moved forward to the federal HUD CoC Program Competition. VSHA is transparent about the multiple roles it plays within the Balance of State VT-500, by having the CoC Support Specialist (funded by the CoC Planning - [Features](https://helpingtohousevt.org/features/) - We could tell you all about the awesome features of Mai Achieve Template, but we thought it would be better to just show you. Watch the following quick videos to get a taste of the power behind Mai Engine and how to customize your website. 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The HEARTH Act amends and reauthorizes the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act with substantial changes, including: A consolidation of HUD's competitive grant programs; The creation - [YHDP](https://helpingtohousevt.org/yhdp/) - Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) The Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) is an exciting new initiative designed to reduce the number of youth experiencing homelessness. Vermont Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program 101 FY 2017 YHDP Funding Awards On July 13, 2018, HUD announced $43 million in funding to 11 communities to ending youth homelessness. The communities - [Youth Homelessness Prevention Plan Committee (YHPPC)](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/youth/yhppc/) - Committee Materials: Committee Charter Youth Action Board Charter Framework for Youth Homelessness Prevention Plan YHPPC Common Definitions Youth Engagement Action Plan Chittenden County CE Assessment Recommendation YHPPC Voting Membership Committee Meeting Minutes March 2017 May 2017 July 2017 September 2017 November 2017 January 2018 March 2018 May 2018 July 2018 August 2018 September 2018 October - [Youth Action Board](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/youth/yab/) - The Youth Action Board (YAB) is a collective of young people from around the state, aged 14-24, who have experienced homelessness or precarious housing either while living with their family or on their own. YAB members help guide the work of the Vermont Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program and are decision makers around funding and planning - [2012 VCEH Monthly Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2012minutes/) - VCEH/VAHC Annual Meeting - September 17, 2012 VCEH Monthly Meeting - October 16, 2012 VCEH Monthly Meeting - November 20, 2012 VCEH Monthly Meeting - December 18, 2012 - [2013 VCEH Monthly Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2013minutes/) - VCEH Monthly Meeting - January 15, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - February 19, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - March 26, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - April 16, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - May 21, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - September 11, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - October 15, 2013 VCEH Monthly Meeting - November 19, - [2014 VCEH Monthly Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2014minutes/) - VCEH Monthly Meeting - January 21, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - February Cancelled Due to Weather VCEH Monthly Meeting - March 18, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - April 15, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - May 20, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - June 17, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - July 15, 2014 VCEH Monthly Meeting - - [2015 VCEH Monthly Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2015minutes/) - VCEH Meeting Minutes - January 23, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - February 17, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - March 17, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - April 21, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - May 19, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - June 16, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - July 21, 2015 VCEH Monthly Meeting - August 18, - [2016 VCEH Monthly Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2016minutes/) - VCEH Monthly Meeting - January 19, 2016 VCEH Monthly Meeting - February Cancelled Due to Weather VCEH Monthly Meeting - March 15, 2016 VCEH Monthly Meeting - April 19, 2016 VCEH Monthly Meeting - May 17, 2016 VCEH Monthly Meeting - June 21, 2016 VCEH Monthly Meeting - July 19, 2016 VCEH Meeting Minutes - August - [2017 VCEH Monthly Meeting Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2017minutes/) - VCEH Meeting Minutes – January 17, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – February 21, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – March 21, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – April 18, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – May 16, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – July 18, 2017 VCEH Meeting Minutes – August 15, - [2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/minutes/2018minutes/) - VCEH Meeting Minutes – January 16, 2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes – February 20, 2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes – March 20, 2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes – April 17, 2018 VCEH May meeting Cancelled in favor of Strategic Planning Retreat VCEH Meeting Minutes – June 19, 2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes – July 17, 2018 VCEH Meeting Minutes - [Overview](https://helpingtohousevt.org/about/overview/) - Vermont was ahead of its time and created a loose Continuum system well before HUD recognized the effectiveness of this model and began requiring communities to band together in this way to apply for federal homeless funding (HUD Homeless Assistance Programs). The Chittenden County’s Continuum of Care is large enough to apply for funding on its own, - [Committee Minutes](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/coordinatedentry/coordinatedentryagendasminutes/) - 2019 MINUTES: VCEH CE Minutes 2.19.19 2018 MINUTES: 2018.3.20 VCEH CE Minutes 2018.5.18 VCEH CE Minutes 2018.7.17 VCEH CE Minutes 2018.10.16 VCEH CE Minutes ARCHIVE MINUTES: Coordinated Entry Workgroup 12.16.13 Minutes Coordinated Entry Workgroup 1.15.14 Minutes Coordinated Entry Workgroup 1 27 14 Minutes Coordinated Entry Workgroup 2-24-13 minutes Coordinated Entry Workgroup 3.24.14 Minutes Coordinated Entry - [2016 PIT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime/2016-pit/) - 2016 Point in Time Count The 2016 PIT Count took place on the night of January 26th. The total number of homeless Vermonters counted on that single night was 1,102. The 2016 Point-In-Time Count showed an overall decrease in homelessness by 28% compared to the 2015 Point-in-Time Count. Of the households counted statewide 156 had - [2017 PIT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime/pit-2017/) - 2017 Point in Time Count Results 2017 Vermont Annual Point in Time Report 2017 Vermont Point in Time Summary 2017 Vermont BoS CoC Housing Inventory Chart To view observational notes on the 2017 PIT/HIC, including a chart of PIT data for the Balance of State from 2009-2017, click here. - [2018 PIT](https://helpingtohousevt.org/pointintime/2018-pit/) - 2018 Point in Time Count Results 2018 Vermont Annual Point in Time Report 2018 Vermont Point in Time Press Release 2018 Vermont Point in Time County & AHS District Data Details 2018 Point in Time Count Resources Date of the PIT Count: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 Local Point in Time Coordinator List Electronic Forms Unsheltered - [FFY 2018 HUD CONTINUUM OF CARE](https://helpingtohousevt.org/whatwedo/hud/ffy-2018-hud-continuum-of-care/) - Posted September 12, 2018 VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Program Consolidated Application FINAL DRAFT Below are links to the VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Application FINAL DRAFT and the VT-500 BoS/FY18 CoC Project Priority Listing FINAL DRAFT Please review, and send any comments or questions to daniel@vsha.org before 11AM Friday, September 14th. 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