Upcoming Webinars and Available Training Recordings 

New Recording Available:

Missed last month's training on navigating domestic violence issues with clients? View the recording here and additional session materials here.

Upcoming Training:

Join us on October 3 from 12:30-2 PM for a state-wide webinar about the Medi-Cal renewal process and the specific renewal barriers for people experiencing homelessness. Homebase will provide specific guidance on how homeless providers and health enrollment navigators can help clients navigate the renewal process. Additionally, Homebase will share online tools that outline these strategies, which meeting participants can utilize and share in their own communities. Contact Medi-Cal@homebaseccc.org for any questions or assistance.

Upcoming Public CoC Meetings

• 10/12/2023 | Coordinated Entry System Committee

• 10/18/2023 | Racial Equity Committee

• 10/19/2023 | Point in Time Count Committee

• 09/26/2023 | System Performance Committee

CAS August Report and Access Point Re-Visioning Community Recommendations Released

The CAS August 2023 Report is now available on our website and linked below. Review it today to see highlights of system key performance indicators (KPIs).

Additionally, a Coordinated Access System Committee (CASC) working group has developed a presentation, also linked below, sharing recommendations for Access Point Re-Visioning. These recommendations are based on community feedback and ideation which was captured through public forums and surveys.

Data and Analytics: See the Latest HMIS Metrics Report

This report shares monthly metrics from the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), our database for collecting information on persons who engage with the Homeless Response System (HRS) within the Sacramento area. Collectively, these metrics can be used to better measure the state of homelessness in our community.

Plus, make sure to keep an eye out for next month's newsletter where we will share all new HMIS New Data Standards based on updated HUD guidelines.

CoC Calendar of Actions

September actions included:

• Governance Charter revisions approved by CoC Governance Committee & CoC Board 

• CoC Provider Training

• Sacramento Homeless Policy Council Meeting

RFP: Homeless Youth Shelter and Rehousing Services 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of homeless youth? The City of Sacramento invites you to respond to their Request for Proposal (RFP), "Homeless Youth Shelter and Rehousing Services."

They are seeking qualified agencies to operate homeless youth shelter programs and rehousing efforts, providing humane care that preserves individual dignity for traditional-age youth experiencing homelessness.

Key Details:

• Proposal Due Date: 10/04/2023
• Project Duration: Two years, with three one-year extension options
• Start/Delivery Date: January 1, 2024
• Submission: Online portal

The selected Proposer will focus on tailoring housing and service connections to meet individual needs, ensuring low barriers to entry and service participation.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of homeless youth. Learn more below.

CalEOS Listos

Are you doing on-the-ground outreach at encampments and other sites where unsheltered persons stay? Help get these communities connected to lifesaving alerts. Spread the word to individuals with cell and internet access about signing up for emergency alerts at calalerts.org and following @Cal_OES on Twitter, or using portable radios to listen for key information during emergencies. It’s also important to remind these communities that if they’re alerted to evacuate, that they grab their important personal items and follow instructions to find safer spaces.

COVID-19 Testing

Statewide, new COVID-19 related hospital admission rates are at an incline and Sacramento County’s positivity rate have tripled since mid-June and is currently above state average. Make sure your agencies are equipped to serve eligible vulnerable populations by requesting up to a 4-month supply of COVID-19 test kits. An individual must be present to accept deliveries. Kits must also be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent damage and ensure testing accuracy.

Current Job Openings

Sacramento Step's Forward is currently looking for qualified candidates to fill the roles of:

• Administrative Analyst
• Case Conferencing Coordinator
• Family Collaborative Director
• HMIS Manager
• Learning & Development Specialist
• Performance Improvement Advisor
• Program Analyst
• Program Analyst- Youth
• Program Coordinator- Volunteer Coordinator

If you or someone you know may be interested, please use the link below to learn more, share information, and/or apply.