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This training provides an overview of the upcoming FY 2026 HMIS Data Standards changes and how they will affect data entry, reporting, and local workflows. Highlights what HMIS Data Standards are and summarizes the updates expected for FY 2026. Explains why HUD is making these changes and what is still pending until the FY 2026 HMIS Data Dictionary is officially released. Clarifies that SE TN will continue collecting Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation locally, with guidan

This month’s topic dives into Annual and Update Assessments within HMIS. Explains what these assessments are, why they’re required, who completes them, and when/how to conduct them. Walks through accessing and using the assessment tool, including navigating search results. Highlights best practices for keeping assessments timely and accurate.

This training covers how to identify chronic homelessness using HMIS data. Explains the definition and components of chronic homelessness (e.g., duration, breaks, episodes). Includes a scenario-based exercise to help users determine whether a client meets the chronic homelessness criteria. Demonstrates how to use the “Chronically Homeless Worksheet” and HMIS tools to verify status. Emphasizes interpreting data correctly when breaks in homelessness or unknown months are involv

This session focuses on data accuracy in HMIS, particularly the Prior Living Situation (PLS) field. Reviews common PLS-related data entry errors, such as incomplete or unknown data, incorrect homelessness start dates, and conflicts between living situation and homelessness duration. Provides examples of typical mistakes and guidance on how to correct them. Includes a “Data Tidbit” explaining why accurate prior living situation information is critical for analysis and reportin