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2015 in Review

December 28, 2015 By NBHSPN

As the calendar year draws to a close, the HSPN takes a look at what it accomplished in 2015 and considers the work it has to do in the coming year.  Take a look by clicking on a PDF of the powerpoint recapping HSPN’s 2015. [ Continue reading. ]

Filed Under: HSPN Meeting Presentations, News, News Now!

Information from HUD

December 4, 2015 By NBHSPN

The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) has released the CHRONIC HOMELESS FINAL RULE describing changes to the federal HUD definition of what it means to be chronically homeless.  Although the previous definition considered individuals and families as being “chronically homeless” if they were homeless up to four times in a three year period, the definition has been modified to mean that chronic homelessness can only be declared after four years in a three year period equal 12 months in the aggregate.  This change, along with others [ Continue reading. ]

Filed Under: HUD News, News, News Now!, Publications

The Call is Here

November 15, 2015 By NBHSPN

THE CALL [Coordinated Access to Local Links] is the new coordinated entry system serving the three Continuums of Care within Bristol County.  Beginning December 1st, everyone experiencing homelessness will go through one door–the same door–to access services and housing in New Bedford.  The Operational Standards for THE CALL were approved at the November 19th HSPN meeting and are available here.  These standards are the protocols being used by both THE CALL and local agencies in assisting those who are homeless get connected with the shelter/housing [ Continue reading. ]

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One Homeless Night

October 16, 2015 By NBHSPN

The HSPN’s fundraising arm known as RISE UP FOR HOMES held its first event on October 16, 2015 called:  “One Homeless Night… is too many.”  This was an overnight encampment of community leaders to experience and dialogue around issues of homelessness.  The event was considered an important success on all fronts and we have many, many people to thank.  Check out the RISE UP website at www.riseupforhomes.com for more information and to make your donation today! [ Continue reading. ]

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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Meetings
  • Organization
    • Structure
    • History
    • Executive Board
    • HSPN Bylaws (PDF)
    • Agencies
    • Membership
    • HSPN Planning
    • HSPN Accomplishments
  • CoC Funding Competition
    • 2021 CoC Funding Competition
    • 2020
    • 2019
    • 2018
    • 2017
    • 2016
  • Resources
    • StreetSheets (Homeless Assistance)
    • Federal, State & Local
    • For Agencies
    • For Veterans
    • Acronyms, Etc. Guide (PDF)
  • News
    • HUD News
    • Annual CoC Funding Competition
    • Local Events
    • Press
    • Publications
    • HSPN Meeting Presentations
  • Contact