HMIS
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The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is the information system designated by the Kansas Balance of State Continuum of Care (KS BoS CoC) to comply with HUD's data collection, management, and reporting standards and used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other planners and policymakers at the federal, state and local levels use aggregate HMIS data to obtain better information about the extent and nature of homelessness over time. Specifically, an HMIS can be used to produce an unduplicated count of homeless persons, understand patterns of service use, and measure the effectiveness of homeless programs. Through the HMIS, COC programs and clients benefit from improved internal and external coordination that guides service and systems planning. A robust HMIS also helps communities engage in informed advocacy efforts, including the pursuit of policies that result in targeted services. Analysis of information gathered through HMIS is critical to accurately calculate the size, characteristics, and needs of different subpopulations. Additionally, use of the HMIS by agencies not funded by HUD provides benefits to both these agencies and the homeless provider community at large, including the avoidance of service duplication through the sharing of client data and program enrollments. HMIS participation also positions agencies for future funding, as many private foundations now require it. Click here to learn more about our HMIS Committees.
Bitfocus - Human Clarity SolutionsThe Coalition is proud to announce our partnership with Bitfocus - Human Clarity Solutions to be our new HMIS Vendor. See our agreement below:
Frequently asked questions by Clients
This will be updated as clients ask questions and receive answers.
If your question is not listed here, please feel free to send your question to hmis@kshomeless.com. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY providers
This will be updated as members ask questions and receive answers.
If your question is not listed here, please feel free to send your question to hmis@kshomeless.com. For questions and resources regarding Bitfocus' service, please visit their help page here.
Release of Information for Clients
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HMIS Policies and Plans
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COC HMIS FORMS
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PATH HMIS FORMS
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SSVF HMIS FORMS
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