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CRHC News
Explore stories, research, and resources that highlight our collective efforts to end homelessness and strengthen our community. From newsletters and data findings to reports and helpful tools, this is your hub for staying informed and inspired by the work happening across Southeast Tennessee.
The Southeast Tennessee State of Homelessness Report 2025
The 2025 State of Homelessness Report delivers a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of homelessness across an eleven-county region in Southeast Tennessee, revealing both the human impact and systemic challenges and barriers facing our region. Published by the Chattanooga Regional Homeless Coalition (CRHC), this report draws from active data systems like the By-Name List, Point-in-Time Count, and Housing Inventory Count to assess who is experiencing homelessness, what service
Oct 2, 20251 min read
Southeast TN FY2025 HUD CoC NOFO Impact Briefing
Below is a comprehensive briefing on the anticipated impact of the newly released FY2025 HUD CoC grant NOFO. It opens with an executive summary concludes with the full report. A downloadable version of the report is also available. Executive Summary: FY2025 HUD CoC NOFO Impact on Chattanooga & Southeast Tennessee The FY2025 HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) NOFO introduces significant changes to federal homelessness funding that will substantially affect Chattanooga and Southeast
Nov 24, 20254 min read
FY 2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the FY 2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). This NOFO makes available $3.9 billion in awards to be used for: Promoting treatment and recovery; Welcoming Transitional Housing and Supportive Services projects including street outreach; Increasing competition for grants in order to improve system efficiencies; Measu
Nov 14, 20252 min read
CRHC November 2025 Newsletter
Click here to view the CRHC November 2025 Newsletter.
Nov 1, 20251 min read
SETN Data Tune-Up
SETN Data Tune-Up: Enrollment Reports (March 2026)
This Data Tune-Up session focuses on using Enrollment Reports in HMIS to improve data accuracy, timeliness, and overall system performance. The session also reinforces monthly data monitoring as a key best practice. The following topics are covered: Why timely enrollments, exits, and move-in dates matter, including how they keep active client lists accurate, ensure performance measures reflect reality, support Coordinated Entry and By-Name List accuracy, and reduce last-minut
Feb 191 min read
SE TN Data Tune-Up: HMIS Data Quality (DQ) Reports (February 2026)
This Data Tune-Up session focuses on using HMIS Data Quality (DQ) Reports to strengthen data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness across projects. The following topics are covered Why data quality matters and how it supports better reporting and outcomes HMIS best practices, including running DQ reports and enrollment reports monthly Overview of DQ Reports and the EVA DQ Report How the EVA DQ Report is formatted (one spreadsheet with multiple tabs) Common data errors that m
Jan 261 min read
SE TN Data Tune-Up: HIC & PIT Preparation Guide (January 2026)
This training provides an overview of HMIS preparation steps for the 2026 Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, outlining best practices to ensure accurate data, compliant reporting, and effective coordination with the HMIS Data Team before, during, and after the count. Explains required pre-PIT preparation activities, including attending the HMIS HIC and PIT Preparation Training and reviewing available training materials to ensure staff understand time
Dec 15, 20251 min read
SE TN Data Tune-Up: HMIS Best Practices (December 2025)
This training provides an overview of HMIS best practices designed to strengthen data quality, support high-performing agencies, and clarify expectations for all HMIS-participating organizations. Click here to view the Data Champion Quarterly Reference Guide Defines the role of Data Champions and explains why dedicated data leadership is essential for improving data accuracy, consistency, and overall system performance. Clarifies what a Data Champion is not , helping agencies
Nov 18, 20251 min read
SE TN Data Tune-Up: HMIS Privacy & Security (October 2025)
This training provides an overview of required privacy, security, and confidentiality practices for all HMIS-participating agencies and end users. Defines privacy, security, and confidentiality and explains why each is essential for protecting client information in HMIS. Outlines responsibilities of the HMIS Lead Agency and Partner Agencies, including required agreements, posted notices, internal procedures, and annual training compliance. Details end-user responsibilities su
Oct 14, 20251 min read
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