COVID-19 and Cincinnati Homelessness The world is squarely in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. And we, as the Continuum of Care for Greater Cincinnati/ Hamilton County, need to assist those experiencing homelessness now or who about to become homeless. And we need to look ahead. How our Shelter Operators Responded to the COVID-19 Crisis [...]
We believe the key to reducing homelessness is to prevent as many people as possible from becoming homeless in the first place. What is "CAP"? The Central Access Point Helpline (CAP) 381-SAFE was one of the first helplines of its kind in the nation, connecting people in crisis with shelter diversion, housing, or emergency shelter [...]
At times of peak demand we raise money to add additional temporary shelter capacity. For two critical reasons: so that fewer people are outside during the coldest months of winter and so that families can access shelter in summer when family homelessness spikes. Our generous foundation partners and donors make it possible! Summer Shelter More [...]
We're often asked "How can I help people experiencing homelessness?" Here are a few ideas: If you're reading this you're already helping! We work each day to dispel myths and share facts about homelessness here in Cincinnati. We are also happy to speak to groups about our work. Interested? Just send us an email info@end-homelessness.org. [...]
2019 Data: Who is experiencing homelessness in Cincinnati? Before we can talk about data regarding people experiencing homelessness, we must first define what homelessness means. For this purpose, we’ll be explaining data and trends regarding people who: 1) were unsheltered. That is sleeping in a place not meant for human habitation (such as on the [...]
Strategies to End Homelessness is honored to be among the organizations receiving support from U.S. Bank in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the administration of funding to partner agencies, the operation of programs and the coordination of the local homeless services system, Strategies to End Homelessness prevents homelessness whenever possible, assists people out of [...]
CoC Lead and UFA, Strategies to End Homelessness, has issued the FY2020 Continuum of Care Program Competition Notice of Intent to Apply for New Grants as well as the Notice of Intent to Renew Grants. Strategies and our CoC welcome agencies who are new to HUD’s CoC Program Competition Funds and we encourage our current [...]
Please click here to view the timeline. Dear CoC Community Members, Partners and New Friends – Strategies to End Homelessness, the Lead Agency and UFA for the OH-500 Continuum of Care for the Homeless in Cincinnati/Hamilton County, Ohio has released the CoC Program Competition Timeline for FY2020. Please make note of the dates of “meetings” [...]
In response to the COVID-19 virus crisis, we are working with our agency partners to ensure the safety and health of our neighbors experiencing homelessness. We will update this page with information/initiatives as our community continues to come together to create share solutions. First off, our team is working from home. And to maintain social [...]
Strategies to End Homelessness is seeking applicants interested in being a partner in the Shelter Diversion Program, including receiving funding for a Full-Time Shelter Diversion Case Manager. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible to submit a proposal in response to this request, applicants must meet the following requirements: Be a nonprofit organization, State, local government, or instrumentality [...]
