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BoS Permanent Supportive Housing Subcommittee on 28-May-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 28 May 2013 14:30:00 GMT

BoS Permanent Supportive Housing Subcommittee
Start Date: 28-May-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 28-May-13 11:30 AM
Location: via conference call/webinar
Event Details:

The Permanent Supportive Housing Subcommittee is comprised of agencies within the Balance of State CoC that operate or are interested in operating permanent supportive housing programs. The subcommittee meets quarterly to discuss best practices, review APR performance, and set the Balance of State's performance goals.

Instructions on how to join will be sent out to all registrants prior to the call.

via conference call/webinar

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group on 20-Jun-13 10:00 AM

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group
Start Date: 20-Jun-13 10:00 AM
End Time: 20-Jun-13 11:00 AM
Event Details:

This is a regular meeting of the NCCEH SOAR Caseworkers Dialogue Group.

It is a caseworker roundtable to problem-solve and connect with others around the state who are working on SOAR cases.

Details on how to call in will be emailed to registered participants by the day of the call.

Dialogue Groups are free for all NCCEH members. If you are not a member and are interested in joining, you can sign up here.

Chapel Hill SOAR Caseworker Training on 27-Jun-13 9:00 AM

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Chapel Hill SOAR Caseworker Training
Start Date: 27-Jun-13 9:00 AM
End Time: 28-Jun-13 5:00 PM
Location: Location Information Will be Provided After Approval and Registration, Chapel Hill, NC
Event Details:

Registration:

In order to be accepted to participate in this training, you must first complete the training application form: Fill out Application Form Online

Please note, completing an application does not guarantee you a spot in the training. Your application will be reviewed and SOAR staff will contact you within 2 days of submission.

Workshop Highlights:

An in-depth, step-by-step explanation of the SSI/SSDI application and disability determination process
Strategies for working with homeless persons with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders – only a fraction of this population receives the benefits to which they are entitled
Exercises and worksheets provide practical application tools
Samples and explanations of SSA and DDS paperwork and necessary reports

Learn More About SOAR

Questions? Contact Emily Carmody at (919) 755-4393 or emily@ncceh.org.

Location Information Will be Provided After Approval and Registration

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 4-Jun-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 4-Jun-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 4-Jun-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 2-Jul-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 02 Jul 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 2-Jul-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 2-Jul-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group on 18-Jul-13 10:00 AM

Thu, 18 Jul 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date: 18-Jul-13 10:00 AM
End Time: 18-Jul-13 11:00 AM

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 6-Aug-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 06 Aug 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 6-Aug-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 6-Aug-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group on 15-Aug-13 10:00 AM

Thu, 15 Aug 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date: 15-Aug-13 10:00 AM
End Time: 15-Aug-13 11:00 AM

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 3-Sep-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 03 Sep 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 3-Sep-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 3-Sep-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group on 19-Sep-13 10:00 AM

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date: 19-Sep-13 10:00 AM
End Time: 19-Sep-13 11:00 AM

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 1-Oct-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 01 Oct 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 1-Oct-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 1-Oct-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

SOAR Caseworker Dialogue Group on 17-Oct-13 10:00 AM

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date: 17-Oct-13 10:00 AM
End Time: 17-Oct-13 11:00 AM

Balance of State CoC Steering Committee Meeting on 5-Nov-13 10:30 AM

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 15:30:00 GMT

Start Date: 5-Nov-13 10:30 AM
End Time: 5-Nov-13 12:00 PM

via conference call

HUD Rural Housing Stability Program Proposed Rule

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMT

On March 27, 2013, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a proposed rule for the Rural Housing Stability Program (RHSP) that includes a new definition of chronic homelessness. Under the proposed rule, an individual who has experienced four homeless episodes in three years must have been homeless for a cumulative total of at least one year in order to meet the new definition of chronically homelessness.

The RHSP program, which replaces the Rural Homelessness Grant program, is designed to provide funding for rural counties. Eligible uses of funds include:

Rent and mortgage assistance;
Housing search and counseling;
Short-term emergency lodging; and
Emergency food and clothing provision.

Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding the RHSP rule, including the chronically homeless definition. Comments may be submitted to HUD either by mail or electronic submission at www.regulations.gov. For more information about submitting a comment, see page 2 of RHSP proposed rule document. The deadline for comments is on the proposed rule is Tuesday, May 28.

Read the proposed rule on the HUD One CPD Resource Exchange website.

16-Apr-13 4:00 PM

President's FY2014 Budget Proposal

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMT

On April 10, 2013, the Administration released its complete fiscal year (FY) 2014 Budget Proposal, continuing the federal budget process for FY 2014. The Budget Proposal is typically released in early February; however, this year, due to complex issues such as the so-called fiscal cliff, sequestration, and a delay in finalizing the FY 2013 appropriations, the Administration released their proposed budget two months late. The FY 2014 Budget Proposal suggests funding levels for various key programs targeted at low-income people or people experiencing homelessness that include:

$2.381 billion for Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grants program, a 23 percent increase over the FY 2013 level;
$1.4 billion for targeted homeless veteran programs within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a 4 percent increase over the FY 2013 level;
$115 million for Runaway and Homeless Youth Act programs, a 5 percent increase over the FY 2013 level;
$20 billion for Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, a 13 percent increase over the FY 2013 level. This includes $75 million for about 10,000 new HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) vouchers;
$10.28 billion for Project-Based Rental Assistance, a 16 percent increase over the FY 2013 level; and
$74 million for homeless programs within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, a 12 percent increase over the FY 2013 level.

Please note that the above FY 2013 comparison figures represent the final funding levels after sequestration and additional 0.2 percent across-the-board cuts. Congressional committees will hold hearings on the Budget Proposal and begin drafting appropriations bills.

The Budget Proposal is available on the Office of Management and Budget's website.

16-Apr-13 3:00 PM

The State of Homelessness in America 2013

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMT

On April 9, 2013, the National Alliance to End Homelessness released its third annual assessment of homelessness in America, the State of Homelessness in America 2013. Officially released at the National Press Club with Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II, D-MO, the report analyzes national as well as state-by-state trends and the economic, housing, and demographic factors that impact homelessness.

In spite of declines in incomes and affordable housing, federal investments in smart strategies have led to significant declines in chronic and veteran homelessness. However, worsening economic and housing indicators threaten progress. And recent budget cuts could mean less investment in solutions that have led to declines in homelessness, like permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals and homeless assistance funding for communities.

Between 2011 and 2012, the number of people experiencing homelessness nationally remained essentially flat despite a stagnant economy, declining just 0.4 percent. Homelessness among veterans, however, declined 7.2 percent, and homelessness among chronically homeless individuals declined 6.8 percent following significant federal investments in initiatives to prevent and end homelessness.

Read the report on the NAEH website.

16-Apr-13 3:00 PM

Opening Doors: Annual Update 2012

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT

On March 20, 2013, the US Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) released the 2012 Annual Update to Opening Doors: The Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. The second year of implementation of Opening Doors was met with continued commitment from Federal leaders of the 19 agencies on the Council and greater collaboration among State and local governments and nonprofits to reach the goals.

This update provides an overview of the USICH, Opening Doors, the latest information available on the number of people experiencing homelessness, the federal programs that provide assistance, and information on USICH and member agencies' activities and accomplishments in the last year. Within this update's reporting period there has been some marked progress to the goals. Through significant collaboration between the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs, there was an 18 percent decrease in the number of veterans experiencing homelessness between 2010 and 2012. For the first time there is a federal framework in place for how we will move forward to end youth homelessness in America, and with strategic use of one-time Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds, agencies prevented and ended homelessness for 1.3 million people and strengthened the way homeless systems operate.

The 2012 Annual Update is available for download on the USICH website.

25-Mar-13 10:00 AM

Out of Reach 2013

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Every year for more than 20 years, the National Low Income Housing Coalition has released Out of Reach, its report on the Housing Wage: the wage one must earn in order to afford a modest rental home in communities across the country. Advocates can use this information to show members of Congress, state legislators, and local elected officials the great need for affordable housing and its impact on the daily lives of their constituents.

The Housing Wage in Out of Reach captures the gap between wages and rents across the country, and is the estimate of the full-time hourly wage that a household must earn to afford a decent apartment at the HUD estimated Fair Market Rent (FMR), while spending no more than 30% of income on housing costs. The 2013 Housing Wage is $18.79, exceeding the $14.32 hourly wage earned by the average renter by almost $4.50 an hour, and greatly exceeding wages earned by low income renter households.

Each year, Out of Reach demonstrates that large numbers of low income renters cannot afford the cost of living in the cities and towns where they work. This edition underscores the challenges facing the lowest income renters: increasing rents, stagnating wages, and a shortage of affordable housing.

Read Out of Reach 2013 on the National Low Income Housing Coalition's website.

14-Mar-13 4:00 PM

Bipartisan Policy Center Report: Housing America's Future

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMT

The Bipartisan Policy Center has released its highly anticipated report, Housing America's Future: New Directions for National Policy, offering recommendations for the future of U.S. housing policy. The report included several implications for the supportive housing industry by offering new proposals for structuring rental assistance, dramatically increasing the amount of Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and expanding and restructuring our homelessness prevention system. A theme throughout the report calls on policymakers to understand the required shift in housing policy that will be needed given forthcoming demographic shifts in the nation including the aging of the baby boomer population.

The full report, along with an executive summary and a press release, is available on the Bipartisan Policy Center's website.

28-Feb-13 8:00 AM

USICH Framework to End Youth Homelessness: A Resource Text for Dialogue and Action

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMT

On February 21, 2013, the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) released the USICH Framework to End Youth Homelessness: A Resource Text for Dialogue and Action. The framework builds on the 2012 amendment to Opening Doors and outlines strategies for meeting the goal set forth in that amendment of ending youth homelessness by 2020. In this new framework, USICH emphasizes the need for better data on the population of youth experiencing homelessness and improved capacity for programs serving that population. Also included in the framework is a preliminary intervention model that accounts for risk factors and focuses on addressing high-risk populations such as youth involved with the foster care and juvenile justice systems.

Read the new framework on the USICH website.

28-Feb-13 8:00 AM

Resources on Using TANF

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMT

The Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services has released a new information memorandum outlining strategies for how states can use funds available through the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) to prevent and end family homelessness. Among the strategies included are rental assistance and coordinating employment services with rapid re-housing interventions. Additionally, the memorandum highlights the use of TANF to support rapid re-housing in communities.

In addition, the National Alliance to End Homelessness has published two new papers, Making Effective Use of TANF, which examines how states can use TANF funds to support rapid re-housing, and Promising Strategy: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and the CATCH Program, a profile of a partnership between the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and the Charitable Assistance to Community's Homeless, Inc. (CATCH).

28-Feb-13 8:00 AM

USICH Report to Congress on Homeless Veterans 2012

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMT

For Fiscal Year 2012, the Senate Committee on Appropriations asked the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) to provide an assessment of the progress of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and Department of Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program and of efforts to address homelessness experienced by Veterans in rural communities and on Native American reservations. USICH released the resulting report on December 19, 2012: USICH Report to Congress on Homeless Veterans.

The report credits the recent 17 percent reduction in homelessness among Veterans since 2009 to increased collaboration between HUD and VA at the federal and local level and federal investment in innovative programs and practices for Veterans experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. One of the most effective programs for Veterans is the HUD-VASH program, which as of September 30, 2012 has provided over 40,000 Veterans with permanent supportive housing through rental vouchers provided by HUD and case management provided through VA.

The report assesses the progress of the HUD-VASH program against its performance measures concerning voucher utilization, targeting, and lease-up times. It highlights innovative practices that government and community stakeholders are utilizing to improve the performance of this program. The report also details the programs and improvements needed to address Veteran homelessness in rural areas and on Native American reservations. The report calls for improved coordination of resources among federal agencies serving Veterans in rural areas and reservations and increased engagement with tribal government.

20-Dec-12 8:00 AM

2012 Point-in-Time Estimates of Homelessness: Volume I of the 2012 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMT

On Monday, December 10, 2012, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a report showing a 7.2 percent decline in the number of veterans experiencing homelessness between 2011 and 2012 , and a 19.3 percent decline in the number of persons experiencing chronic homelessness since 2007. The report, "The 2012 Point-in-Time Estimates of Homelessness," shows that in January 2012, 633,782 people experienced homeless on a single night in the United States and that, while the total number of people experiencing homelessness has remained the same since January 2011, the number has decreased by 5.7 percent since 2007. Among persons in families, homelessness has increased by 1.4 percent since 2011, but has decreased by 3.7 percent since 2007.

Click here to download the report or read it on the HUD HRE website.

18-Dec-12 8:00 AM

Affordable Housing Funding Available

noemail@ncceh.org — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Affordable Housing Program - Applications Available March 11 FHLBank Atlanta has announced the availability of up to $500,000 per awarded project for the 2013 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) Competitive offering. The funds can be used to assist in the acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation of affordable rental or owner-occupied housing. AHP Competitive is a reliable, flexible source of real estate equity funding that can be deployed quickly and efficiently to support projects of all sizes. Since 1990, FHLBank Atlanta has awarded more than $424 million in real estate equity through AHP Competitive to assist in the financing of over 70,000 affordable units of rental and ownership housing. These funds facilitated $5.9 billion of housing development in your communities - a more than 1:14 ratio of AHP equity to total development financing. Applications for the 2013 offering will be available beginning March 11, 2013, with a submission deadline of...

Funding for Domestic Violence Shelters

noemail@ncceh.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:00:00 GMT

The Mary Kay Foundation is committed to ending the epidemic of domestic violence by providing grants to women's shelters throughout the United States. Each year, the Foundation’s Shelter Grant Program awards grants of $20,000 to at least one domestic violence shelter in every state; remaining funds are distributed based on state population. Applying organizations must offer immediate overnight housing to women and children affected by domestic violence. The grants provided by the Foundation may be used for the operating budget of the shelter, with the exception of staff travel.

Applications will be accepted from January 15 to April 30, 2013. Visit the Foundation’s website to review the funding guidelines and download the application forms.

Single Family Rehabilitation Program Funds Available

noemail@ncceh.org — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity: The North Carolina Housing Finance Agency proposes to make a total of $7 million available to eligible organizations for the rehabilitation of scattered-site, owner-occupied homes in selected counties under the 2013 cycle of the Single-Family Rehabilitation Program (SFR). Funds will be made available to serve homeowners in the following counties: Alexander, Beaufort, Buncombe, Cabarrus, Carteret, Caswell, Catawba, Cherokee, Cleveland, Columbus, Davie, Duplin, Durham, Edgecombe, Forsyth, Franklin, Gates, Granville, Halifax, Harnett, Jackson, Lenoir, New Hanover, Randolph, Richmond, Robeson, Rutherford, Stokes, Tyrrell, Union, Watauga, Wilson, and Yadkin. Only entities proposing to serve counties listed above shall be considered for funding. SFR funds may not be used to assist households residing within entitlement counties (Cumberland, Mecklenburg, and Wake) or the 23 entitlement cities that receive funds directly from HUD. Only...

VA Announces SSVF NOFA

noemail@ncceh.org — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the Notice Of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program. The grant funds are available for nonprofit organizations to provide rapid re-housing and prevention services for veterans who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The funding level is three times larger than last year's announcement.

The application deadline for initial and renewal supportive services grants under the SSVF Program is Friday, February 1, 2013, 4 p.m. ET.

Please click here to view the NOFA and instructions for how to apply.

Technical Assistance:

Information regarding how to obtain technical assistance with the preparation of an initial or renewal supportive services grant application is available on the SSVF Program Web site at www.va.gov/HOMELESS/SSVF.asp.

Veterans Housing Grants Available

noemail@ncceh.org — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The Housing Assistance Council (HAC) has announced a new initiative to support local nonprofit housing development organizations that meet or help meet the affordable housing needs of veterans in rural areas. Work supported will be bricks-and-mortar projects that help low-income, elderly and disabled veterans with home repair and rehab needs; support homeless veterans; and help veterans become homeowners, tap into available housing programs, and secure affordable rental housing. This new initiative is made possible through the support of The Home Depot Foundation (THDF).

The project can provide both temporary and permanent housing for veterans, depending on the local needs of the community. HAC will coordinate with The Home Depot volunteers and THDF on volunteer opportunities, especially around home repair and rehab.

This is a new initiative, and grants will not normally exceed a maximum of $30,000. Organizations interested in applying to this program are asked to send a Letter of Intent (LOI) by Oct. 31, 2012, at 5 p.m. ET. This initial letter should be no longer than three pages. For more information about requirements for the letter, contact the Housing Assistance Council.

HAC will review all LOIs and invite selected organizations to submit full proposals. Full proposals will not be accepted without a preliminary LOI accepted by the Housing Assistance Council.

The applicant must be a nonprofit organization, tribally designated housing entity (TDHE), or housing authority acting as a nonprofit, that serves veterans at or below 80% of area median income.

For more information about this program, contact Janice Clark, Program Coordinator, at janice@ruralhome.org.

SSVF Letter of Intent Released

noemail@ncceh.org — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The VA has published a Letter of Intent for the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. Under the SSVF Program, VA awards grants to private non-profit organizations and consumer cooperatives who can provide supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing. Grantees provide a range of supportive services designed to promote housing stability to eligible very low income Veteran families.

The Letter of Intent is due by September 28, 2012 and is non-binding – it does not factor into any decisions on funding awards. The publication of a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) should follow in early FY 2013.

The notice of the letter of intent, including instructions for submission, can be found in the Federal Register. Information about the SSVF program, the letter of intent, and a sample letter can be found online at www.va.gov/homeless/ssvf.asp.

Questions should be referred to the SSVF Program Office via phone at (877) 737–0111 (this is a toll-free number) or via email at SSVF@va.gov.

Grants for States to Improve TANF

noemail@ncceh.org — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has announced new funding to improve the integrity of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. State human service agencies can apply for the funds to use data and other promising approaches to prevent overpayments to ineligible families and to increase the share of eligible families receiving TANF assistance. According to the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) at HHS, less than one-third of eligible families are currently receiving TANF. To improve access to TANF assistance for eligible families in need, the notice indicates that states may elect to:

Identify very poor families applying for or receiving assistance from other programs (this can include families with children receiving food stamps and families seeking or receiving shelter services or homelessness prevention assistance) who could benefit from TANF assistance;
Redesign TANF eligibility and recertification processes; and
Implement program changes to reduce administrative case closures, reduce sanctions or work to reduce sanctions through promoting program compliance, and/or adopt outreach strategies to streamline families' access to assistance.

State agencies may also use other program databases, which could include Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS), to improve data quality and identify potentially eligible families who are not connected to TANF supports.

Applications are due by August 20, 2012. Please visit the Administration for Children & Families website to read the full announcement and access the application.

Street Outreach Grants Available From HHS

noemail@ncceh.org — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) within the Department of Health and Human Services is soliciting grant applications for Street Outreach Programs under the provisions of the Reconnecting Homeless Youth Act of 2008. The Street Outreach Program enables organizations around the country to help young people get off the streets and into stable housing environments.

Applications for the Street Outreach Program are due August 6, 2012. Please visit the Administration for Children & Families website to view the full announcement and to access the application.

Funding Available for Healthcare Initiatives

noemail@ncceh.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Funding Opportunity:

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust is pleased to open its grants solicitation and application process for the August 14, 2012 grant submission deadline.

The Trust will be accepting applications in all four of the Health Care Division’s issue areas:

Access to Primary Care (Tier 1 counties)
Community-Centered Prevention (Tier 1 counties)
Diabetes (Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties)
Mental Health and Substance Abuse (Tier 1, 2 and 3 counties)

More information about these issue areas is available on the Trust's website.

Proposals in these issues will be limited by the Tier designation of the county served; the Trust will accept applications based on the county’s Tier designation in both 2012 and 2013 (should they change). Tier designations can be found on the NC Department of Commerce's website. Funding for proposals in the issue area of diabetes will be limited to programs that are embedded in primary care medical homes or with ongoing mental health services and that have a strong likelihood of working with patients long-term (tracking data over time). Further information for proposals in the Diabetes issue area is available on the Trust's website.

For an initial conversation about proposals for the August cycle, all interested parties are asked to contact John Fulk, the Trust's Program Associate, by email at johnf@kbr.org or by phone at 866-551-0690.

An advance consultation is required before submission of a proposal and can be scheduled by contacting John. Advance consultations should be completed well before August 14th. Deadline for online submissions is August 14, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

HHS Requests RHYA Grant Applications

noemail@ncceh.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:45:00 GMT

Funding Announcement:

The Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting grant applications for the Basic Center, Transitional Living, and Maternity Group Homes programs within the consolidated Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA) program.

The Basic Center Program provides financial assistance to meet the immediate needs of runaway and homeless youth and their families. Applications for the Basic Center program are due July 9. For more information, please view the funding opportunity listing on the HHS website.

The Transitional Living Program supports projects that provide long-term residential services to homeless youth ages 16 to 21 for up to 21 months. Maternity Group Homes are specialized Transitional Living Programs targeted toward pregnant and parenting homeless youth and their children. Applications for both programs are due July 10. For more information on the applications for these programs, please view the 2012 and 2013 funding announcements on the HHS website.

Director of Development

Tue, 07 May 2013 20:44:21 GMT

Title: Director of Development Description: Men's Shelter of Charlotte, a private non-profit agency serving homeless men in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Director of Development. The Director of Development is responsible for the strategic vision, planning, and implementation of the agency's development program. The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to realize the agency's development goals. The Director of Development oversees a small staff charged with development efforts, including major gifts, annual fund campaigns, grants management, a signature fundraising event, in-kind support, and volunteer coordination. The development department is currently responsible for $2.7 million in total annual revenue. The Director of Development is expected to personally solicit and coordinate the solicitation of annual operating support and capital funding, thereby generating sustainable support for the...

Housing Specialist (2 positions)

Fri, 03 May 2013 12:35:47 GMT

Title: Housing Specialist (2 positions) Description: The housing specialist works throughout the Eastpointe catchment area with community agencies, churches, non-profit organizations, private citizens, State Agencies and other stakeholders to identify and increase housing options and resources available to persons with mental health, intellectual developmental disabilities and/or substance abuse disorders. The Housing Specialist maintains a database of these housing options and resources. The Housing Specialist meets with community agencies to address current events and issues related to housing needs in the area(s). Responsibilities and Duties: 1. May be responsible for conducting housing eligibility assessments of potential residents. 2. The Housing Specialist must be familiar with guidelines associated with grants such as federally funded Shelter Plus Care and Targeting/Key program. 3. Work in collaboration with DHHS housing staff, and other partners in the recruiting of...

Data Analyst

Thu, 02 May 2013 20:14:41 GMT

Title: Data Analyst
Description:

The North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness is seeking a full-time Data Analyst. Please view the job description at www.ncceh.org/joinourteam/.

Required Experience:
Education Required:
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Human Resources (Add to Contacts)

NC Coalition to End Homelessness

PO Box 27692

Raleigh, NC 27611

Executive Director

Thu, 02 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Title: Executive Director Description: The Executive Director is accountable to an involved Board of Directors representing the counties of Davie, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin. The Executive Director manages overall program services with a $12.5 million budget and 220 employees organized into 10 primary services. Community relations are important. It is a direct responsibility of the Executive Director to coordinate and develop support from stakeholders and a large body of volunteers. Further responsibilities include program development, review of services delivered, ensuring sound fiscal management and integrity, as well as maintaining positive working relationships with community groups, and civic organizations. YVEDDI is seeking a leader to join a committed team with a combined 200+ years of experience. The staff has a deep commitment and dedication to strive for the highest quality service delivery. Services are provided in a rural area known for southern hospitality and charm....

Chief Financial Officer

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:17:55 GMT

Title: Chief Financial Officer Description: The North Carolina Justice Center, a 50 person progressive policy advocacy organization whose mission is to expand opportunity and protect the rights of poor and working individuals and families in North Carolina, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO is responsible for the development, oversight and management of all financial functions for Justice Center. The position reports directly to the Executive Director and will work closely with the Justice Center management team and provide support to the Board of Directors. The Justice Center offers committed inspired co-workers, a competitive salary and superior benefits to enhance staff quality of life including but not limited to: six weeks paid time off, paid maternity/paternity leave, twelve holidays, free parking in downtown Raleigh, retirement plan contribution and match, FSA, 100% paid high quality medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage. This position...

Our Members

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:10:00 GMT

Our members are essential to the work we do. NCCEH would like to thank all of the organizational and individual members whose support and dedication contribute to our efforts to end homelessness in North Carolina. Organizational Members Arch Way Housing Program (Charlotte) Bethesda Center (Winston-Salem) CASA (Raleigh) City of Charlotte (Charlotte) Community Empowerment Fund (Chapel Hill) Community Link (Charlotte) Crumley Roberts (Greensboro) Cumberland County Community Development (Fayetteville) East Carolina Behavioral Health (Greenville) Family Promise of Moore County (Aberdeen) Friend to Friend (Carthage) Genesis Home (Durham) Good Shepherd Center (Wilmington) The Harvest Center of Charlotte (Charlotte) The Haven of Transylvania County (Brevard) Homeless Initiative of Asheville/Buncombe County (Asheville) Homeless Services Network (Charlotte) Homeward Bound of Asheville (Asheville) Hospitality House of the Boone Area (Boone) ...

Balance of State CoC Agendas and Minutes

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:42:03 GMT

Meeting Minutes, Conference Call Notes and Related Documents Date Documents Topics 5.7.13 Steering Committee Agenda BCCDC NNCHFA Application Meeting Minutes Tier 2 renewals, Regional Lead meeting, CHIN Advisory Committee Representatives, letter of consistency request, subcommittee meetings, ICCHP advocacy 4.2.13 Steering Committee Agenda Presentation Benevolence Farm NCHFA application Meeting Minutes CoC renewal awards, Regional Lead elections, PIT Count and CoC outcomes, letter of consistency request, ICCHP/BoS advocacy 3.5.13 Steering Committee Agenda Presentation Meeting MInutes Regional Lead elections, CoC application scorecards, new HEARTH regulations, AHAR, PIT Count 2.5.13 Steering Committee Agenda Presentation Meeting Minutes CoC application overview, performance goals,...

Upcoming SOAR Trainings

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:43:20 GMT

SOAR's Stepping Stones to Recovery Training A Case Manager's Training Curriculum for Assisting Adults Who Are Homeless with Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income Applications Please join us for our next SOAR Training: Where: Chapel Hill, NC When: June 27-28, 2013 Sponsored by the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness To find more information and begin the application process, please go to our events calendar and click on the link for the SOAR Training: http://www.ncceh.org/en/cev/mon/. Please note that NCCEH holds SOAR Caseworker trainings quarterly around the state. If you are interested in hosting a SOAR caseworker training in your community, please contact soar@ncceh.org to find out more information and training space needs. Workshop Highlights: An in-depth, step-by-step explanation of the SSI/SSDI application and disability determination process Strategies for working with homeless persons with serious mental illness...

Calendar of Events - Home page

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:44:45 GMT

May 21: BoS Data Quality Subcommittee
May 28: BoS Permanent Supportive Housing Subcommittee
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AHRMM Regional Committee

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:47:18 GMT

On this page, you will find information and materials from the AHRMM (Anson, Hoke, Richmond, Montgomery, Moore) Regional Committee of the Balance of State CoC. Please click here to view more information on the BoS CoC. AHRMM Regional Committee Lead: Susan Bellew, Family Promise of Moore County P.O. Box 1173, Aberdeen, NC 28315 (910) 944-7149 email Susan Regional Committee Meeting Schedule The time and location of the meetings vary month to month. Please contact the Regional Committee Lead for meeting information. Date Time Location May 21, 2013 9:30 Monarch Creative Arts Community Center, Richards St., Southern Pines Regional Committee Members View a list of the current Regional Committee Members. CoC Grantees within the Regional Committee These agencies receive HUD Continuum of Care funding for transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and/or Shelter+Care programs to serve homeless persons. ...

NC SOAR Initiative

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:28:03 GMT

In order to transition a person out of homelessness, we know that one will need affordable housing, access to appropriate services and an adequate income. For many North Carolinians who are homeless, working a full-time job is not an option because of some type of disability. For these, federal disability benefits will be their ticket out of homelessness. Disability benefits, including a monthly check and health insurance, can help individuals and families access affordable housing, needed healthcare, and mental health services, as well as provide some income to help pay for living expenses. In shelters across North Carolina, we see people hoping to receive disability benefits. They are often frustrated and confused by what can be a long, disappointing process. National rates of approval for disability (SSI/SSDI) applications are approximately 35% for first time applicants. Among the homeless population, however, the approval rates are significantly less - closer to 15%,...

North Carolina Point-in-Time Count Data

Thu, 09 May 2013 20:23:40 GMT

The Point-in-Time Count is a statewide, unduplicated count of homeless people held on one night in the last week of January each year. Data by Year North Carolina Statewide Data 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 State Totals view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf Continuum of Care Data 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 Anson/Moore/Montgomery/Richmond Counties (joined NC Balance of State CoC in 2010) n/a n/a n/a n/a view pdf view pdf Asheville/Buncombe County view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf Chapel Hill/Orange County view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf Charlotte/Mecklenburg County view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf view pdf Durham/Durham County view pdf view pdf view pdf...

Join Our Team

Thu, 09 May 2013 18:31:02 GMT

The North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness is seeking a full-time Data Analyst. (view pdf version of job description) The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to foster coordination and cooperation among diverse groups. He or she will be committed to getting results in a fast-paced environment and able to handle a heavy workload and keep track of detailed information. This position is an opportunity to engage with policy makers, state and local leaders, and housing and service providers to build capacity, strengthen partnerships, and create innovative programs to alleviate homelessness. About NCCEH The North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness is a statewide membership nonprofit created to secure resources, encourage public dialogue, and advocate for public policy change to end homelessness. NCCEH seeks to create alliances dedicated to changing the current system to end homelessness by addressing root causes and challenging North Carolina's acceptance of...

Rockingham County Regional Committee

Tue, 07 May 2013 20:38:52 GMT

On this page, you will find information and materials from the Rockingham County Regional Committee of the Balance of State Continuum of Care. Please click here to view more information on the BoS CoC. Regional Committee Lead: Faye Pierce Case Manager New Reidsville Housing Authority email Faye 336-589-6510 x125 Regional Committee Meeting Schedule Date Time Location May 16 8 a.m. American Red Cross, 3692 Hwy. 14, Reidsville Regional Committee Members Coming soon: View a list of current members participating with the Regional Committee. CoC Grantees within the Regional Committee These agencies receive HUD Continuum of Care funding for transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and/or Shelter+Care programs to serve homeless persons. Agency Program Name Program Type New Reidsville Housing Authority Shelter+Care Shelter+Care New Reidsville Housing Authority Case...

Randolph County Regional Committee

Tue, 07 May 2013 20:35:13 GMT

On this page, you will find information and materials from the Randolph County Regional Committee of the Balance of State Continuum of Care. Please click here to view more information on the BoS CoC. Regional Committee Lead: Deborah Cole Assistant Director/RCHC Secretary Christians United Outreach Center email Debbie Office: 336-625-1500/Cell: 336-953-5950 Regional Committee Meeting Schedule Date Time Location Second Fridays 9:30 a.m. Daymark Recovery Ctr., 110 West Walker Ave. Regional Committee Members Coming soon: View a list of current members participating with the Regional Committee. CoC Grantees within the Regional Committee These agencies receive HUD Continuum of Care funding for transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and/or Shelter+Care programs to serve homeless persons. Agency Program Name Program Type Christians United Outreach Center Project...

2010 Shelter Survey

noemail@ncceh.org — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 19:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

Release Date: 29-Mar-10 3:00 PM
Expiration Date: 27-Sep-10 3:00 PM

Emergency, Transitional, and Day Shelter Providers Survey

Please take a moment to complete the following survey. Your responses will be kept confidential – all identifying information will be removed from the resulting report. Providing your agency and contact information will allow me to contact you if I have any questions when compiling the final report. Also, by providing your email address you will receive a copy of the final report.

Your responses will be used to develop training/workshops and to provide data about shelter services across the state. Thanks!

2009 Shelter Survey

noemail@ncceh.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

Release Date: 1-Oct-09 8:00 AM
Expiration Date: 1-Jan-10 5:00 PM

Emergency, Transitional, and Day Shelter Providers Survey

Your responses will be used to develop training/workshops and to provide data about shelter services across the state. Thanks!

Housing and Homelessness Training Institute

noemail@ncceh.org — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

HUD is holding preliminary planning sessions for a training institute to be held in May 2009. Please take a moment to fill out the survey by clicking the yellow link above.

Release Date: 21-Nov-08 10:00 AM
Expiration Date: 19-Feb-09 10:00 AM