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Topics and Issues for Providers Serving People Experiencing Homelessness
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September 13, 2022
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he Task Force on Shelter team will join the webinar tomorrow, September 14, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. to provide a high-level overview of their work and hear your thoughts and feedback on the draft recommendations for shelter standards. As a reminder, the Legislature asked the Task Force on Shelter to develop recommendations for standards for shelters and to explore state oversight of shelters.
The Task Force has drafted recommended shelter standards and is working on recommendations about shelter oversight. Members are seeking feedback from the public and many stakeholders and partners to make improvements to the recommendations before submitting to the Legislature. You can review the draft standards here. Visit the Task Force on Shelter website to find a Spanish translation. Ahead of the webinar discussion tomorrow, please consider the following questions:
1. Which kinds of shelter should the state require to follow standards? (Select all that apply)
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Hotels/motels used as shelter
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Domestic violence shelters
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Shelters receiving government funding
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Self-contained, 24-hour facilities
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Shelters NOT receiving government funding
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Overnight-only facilities
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2. The state could create a system for guests to report when a shelter isn’t meeting standards. What would be important to include in that system?
3. The state could create an ombuds office to protect and support shelter guests. What would be important to include in that system?
Please add your voice to this important work! Join the weekly webinar tomorrow from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. to share your thoughts and ideas. Visit the Task Force on Shelter website to see the variety of ways to provide your feedback on the draft recommendations if you cannot join the webinar discussion tomorrow. If you have any questions about your registration, please email elizabeth.dressel@state.mn.us
Heading Home Corps is currently recruiting members for the 2022-23 program year. Heading Home Corps places AmeriCorps members, called Housing Resource Navigators, at organizations supporting people experiencing homelessness. Heading Home Corps focuses on supporting people who are experiencing homelessness by navigating resources and connecting people with additional supports to help them secure safe and stable housing. Serving as an AmeriCorps member in the Heading Home Corps program is a great way for individuals to give of their time, talent and passion to strengthen their community while also gaining valuable skills and experience along the way.
Heading Home Corps is accepting member applications until October 5, 2022. Learn more about the position and how to apply at https://www.ampact.us/heading-home. Help spread the word about this opportunity by sharing this informational flyer! All members receive robust training and professional development throughout the year, along with a $1,100 living stipend every two weeks, an education award up to $6,495 to pay for school or pay back student loans, and free health insurance and childcare assistance (for those who qualify). For additional questions about service with Heading Home Corps, please contact Recruiter, Avery Hoogenakker, at avery.hoogenakker@ampact.us
Cases among people experiencing homelessness and the staff who support continues to remain steady. The MDH team continues to monitor cases and our team continues to plan alongside local public health and emergency management on ways to be best prepared to support people experiencing homelessness through any future surges. If you are looking for any information or resources you can find information at https://mich.mn.gov/covid-19 or email Health.R-Congregate@state.mn.us.
Help us spread the word about a new newsletter for engagement opportunities for people who have faced or are currently facing homelessness. The Minnesota Interagency Council on Homelessness is building a new newsletter list to share opportunities for people who have faced or are currently facing homelessness to share their input, ideas, and expertise. Interested individuals can sign up for the newsletter by filling out this form. We will share a range of opportunities in this newsletter from state agencies and partner organizations and the newsletter will be sent out as opportunities are available. Please email elizabeth.dressel@state.mn.us if you have any questions.
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