We are strengthening the links between mainstream and homeless agencies by supporting management information systems.
HomeBase analyzed computer systems used for intake by a variety of homeless service programs, and assessed the capacity of communities in the region to make use of new technologies in service delivery. This work has included convening providers to experience a variety of HMIS software programs, and holding workshops among various users of software systems to discuss and share their lessons. HomeBase has developed model protocols and MOUs for use in multi-agency HMIS settings.
HomeBase has trained agency staff to use these programs, implementing an MOU regarding confidentiality issues.
Benefits
of HMIS
Domestic
Violence Participation and HMIS
HMIS
Privacy and Confidentiality Standards
Potential
Funding Sources for HMIS
6th HUD Technical Assistance Conference on HMIS:
Held on November 1st, 2006 at the HUD Regional Office in San Francisco, please find attached the complete packet of materials.
11/01/2006
- Conference Materials
HUD Technical Assistance Conference on HMIS Planning and Implementation:
Held on November 2nd, 2006 in Stockton, please find attached the complete packet of materials.
11/02/2006
- Conference Materials
For any questions or further information on the November 2006 HMIS conferences, please feel free to contact Gina Allendorf, HomeBase Staff Attorney, at (415) 788-7961x320 or gina@homebaseccc.org.
Peer-to-Peer Calls:
The HMIS HUD TA Peer-to-Peer calls were established in March 2005 in an effort to assist Continua of Care who are in the early stages of HMIS planning and implementation. While the calls are open to all communities, there is a focus on early HMIS development issues, including software selection, community buy-in, and initial funding. These calls are a joint effort and include the HUD-SF office (covering northern California, Arizona and Nevada), HUD's national TA provider, QED, and HomeBase. Calls are scheduled on a monthly basis and last approximately one hour. To be added to the email list to receive announcements about upcoming calls please contact HomeBase Staff Attorney Gina Allendorf, as listed below.
Previous Call Minutes
August
29, 2005
July
20, 2005
March
21, 2005
HMIS Links:
AHAR
Updates
Community
Technology Alliance: Networking Solutions for the Community
Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsored HMIS information
site [HMIS.INFO]
HUD
Community Planning and Development HMIS site
August
2004 HUD HMIS Clarification and Guidance for Domestic Violence
Provider Shelters
November
2004 Maricopa HMIS Report on HUD Data and Technical Standards
December 2, 2004 San Francisco Fifth HUD Technical Assistance Conference Materials:
Agenda
Understanding
HMIS Privacy Standards Powerpoint Presentation
For more information on
HMIS or HMIS HUD TA Peer-to-Peer calls please contact HomeBase
Staff Attorney Gina Allendorf at 1.415.788.7961 x307 or
at gina@homebaseccc.org.
