Articles for the Topic "PATH Resource Pages"

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS)

2010-06-22T03:02:15

SAMHSA is encouraging PATH programs to use their local Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) to collect and report PATH data. Many PATH providers are required to use HMIS for other programs within their agencies and some of them enter information about their PATH consumers in HMIS. When PATH providers use HMIS, it reduces reporting burden by eliminating dual record keeping and integrates PATH into the local service continuum. This helps local communities, HUD, and HHS understand how PATH helps people who are homeless to move from the streets into shelters and housing. (Authors)

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Food and Nutrition (2011)

2009-05-14T01:16:06

A general overview of resources and documents related to food and nutrition is provided in the PDF report attached to this page. The report discusses the three main federal programs that provide food for those who are homeless and/or have low income. They are: the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Women, Infants and Children Program, and Nutritional Programs for the Elderly.

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Housing (2011)

2009-05-15T12:04:46

Homelessness by definition has to do with lack of housing. Access to decent affordable housing is essential to prevent and end homelessness. The more skilled and knowledgeable providers are about the housing application process, negotiating tenancy issues, and developing community awareness, the more they can assist people in exiting homelessness.

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Income and Medical Coverage (2009)

2009-08-14T01:27:10

This Technical Assistance Resource Page, created by SAMHSA, provides information about finding and applying for income and medical coverage for homeless individuals. Resource topics included in this document are: SSI/SSDI, Veterans benefits, TANF, Earned Income Tax Credit, and Medicaid/Medicare. (The original resource page was developed in 2007 and was updated in 2009)

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Outreach

2011-07-01T02:34:12

Outreach is essential to the national PATH program. Though outreach definitions vary and research is limited, a great deal of practical knowledge is available. Homeless outreach has as its foundation the principle of “meeting people where they are”–geographically, emotionally, and philosophically. The practice of outreach is critically important to engage people who are reluctant or unable to seek services and care. (Authors)

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Veterans (2009)

2009-05-15T12:18:46

There are services and resources specifically available to veterans. Some aspects of these resources are complicated and limited to certain groups of veterans or based on certain eligibility factors. This document provides a tool to assist in accessing and understanding these resources. Updated 09/2011

Technical Assistance Resource Page: Youth Resources (2011)

2009-05-15T12:19:57

This collection of resources is designed to provide reference material for providers who are serving transition age youth in their programs. Because many outreach workers encounter youth, it is important that they are familiar with the types of issues that youth experiencing homelessness may face and understand the types of resources and options available.