Coordinated entry is an important process through which people experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness can access the crisis response system in a streamlined way…
- Coordinated Entry CORE ELEMENTS, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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How it Works
Assessments prioritize clients for housing program vacancies based on vulnerability, rather than a first-come-first-served approach.
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Access Points
View a list of Access Points to get A Coordinated Entry assessment and take the first step toward housing.
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Case Conferencing
These meetings provide a platform for sharing vital information about client circumstances, whereabouts, challenges and assets.
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Clarifications
Learn about factors like vulnerability, length of homelessness, and current living situation involved in Coordinated Entry.
Coordinated Entry CORE ELEMENTS
This guidebook helps CoCs:
Understand Coordinated Entry requirements from HUD
Plan and implement a process appropriate to their needs
Consider additional elements beyond basic requirements
HUD recommends that CoCs use this guidebook for planning, improving, or checking compliance with updated HUD requirements.
HUD-Mandated
The Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness is required to establish and operate a Coordinated Entry system as part of the HUD Continuum of Care Program interim rule.
Want to become a Coordinated Entry Access Point?
Follow the link below to sign up for training.
Resources for Access Points
Are you a Coordinated Entry Access Point in Anchorage? Use the link below to log in to the Access Point resource center. Contact us for the password.