Minnesota Interagency Council on Homelessness

Continuums of Care make it simpler for people to get out of homelessness and into a home that works for them.     They coordinate vital information so people don’t fall through the cracks, and use those insights to pair people with available housing and supports. This crucial link streamlines and speeds up the process for everyone involved, getting people into a home faster, reducing overhead and vacancy time for property owners, and freeing up case managers to focus on care and support rather than paperwork.    In short, Continuums of Care are the unheralded backbone of our local homelessness response.    Thank you to everyone who participates and leads in Minnesota’s 10 Continuum of Care regions! #Minnesota #ContinuumOfCare #endhomelessness #local

Our next MICH Council Meeting is just around the corner! Tune in on Tuesday, November 4 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. to hear updates on the Crossroads to Justice strategic plan and the impact of federal actions on our efforts to provide pathways to housing, racial and health justice for people facing homelessness in Minnesota.     Register for the live-streamed event at https://lnkd.in/gn8rpHBb      While this meeting is open to the public and we hope you join and listen in to the Council’s discussion, there is no public testimony during the meeting. #Minnesota #homelessness #CrossroadsToJustice #publicmeeting 

Today is World Homeless Day. 🏠 At MDVA, we’re proud to be leading the way toward ending Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. Our state has already reached this goal in nine of ten regions, and we continue to work alongside Ramsey County to achieve it statewide. Minnesota is on track to become the fourth state in the nation to effectively end Veteran homelessness — a milestone that reflects real, lasting change for those who served. Still, with more than 100 Veterans experiencing homelessness at any given time, our work isn’t done. We remain committed to ensuring every Veteran has a safe place to call home. 🔗 Learn more about how MDVA is helping end Veteran homelessness: MinnesotaVeteran.org #WorldHomelessDay #EndingHomelessness #MDVA #MNVeteran #Housing

Together, we are leading the State of Minnesota's efforts to move towards housing, health, and racial justice for people experiencing homelessness. Each agency on the Council has a vital role to play - learn more about our shared vision and commitments at https://lnkd.in/gMhcuypY      Because we all do better when we all have a place to call home. #WorldHomelessDay #endhomelessness #CrossroadsToJustice #Minnesota

The Valiance is 48 homes people can afford with supports they can use to thrive. The Valiance is 54 shelter beds for women to have a safe place to sleep and figure out their next step toward a permanent home. The Valiance is a space for people to breathe easier and a chance to dream big for the next stages of their lives. Built by Agate Housing and Services and Trellis, this south Minneapolis building combining both shelter and homes reminds us that shelter saves lives, and housing ends homelessness. It was a joy to share in its grand opening today! The State of Minnesota is proud to support The Valiance by providing $5 million in funding through Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, $7 million in shelter capital through Minnesota Department of Human Services, and tax credits through Minnesota Housing. Together, these investments offer hope and a stronger future for our community. #minneapolis #sheltersaveslives #housingendshomelessness #minnesota #collaboration #affordablehousing

You may have heard the term, but what exactly IS a Continuum of Care???    Continuums of Care are regional bodies that identify and address the unique needs of their area to prevent and end homelessness. Every community in Minnesota is served by a Continuum of Care. They bring federal money into our communities - supporting thousands of people with critical shelter, housing, and services each year - and help local partners work more efficiently together. #Minnesota #ContinuumOfCare #endhomelessness #localcommunity

MICH agencies are well-represented at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless conference this week in Rochester. Grateful to see the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), Minnesota Department of Public Safety - DPS’ Office of Justice Programs, and Minnesota Housing in the room and working toward housing, racial, and health justice for people facing homelessness in Minnesota! #mchconf #crossroadstojustice #endhomelessness #minnesota #housingjustice #housingishealthcare

Are you at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless conference in Rochester?! Come share your story of home! Home Stories has swanky booths set up for you to talk about your experience and why home is important to you - and EVERY participant gets $25 just for sharing! Mason Persons gives us the tour - be sure to stop by and say hello 👋 Learn more at mnhomestories.org #mchconf #story #endhomelessness

There’s still time to apply to be part of our team! Applications for the Results Management Specialist are due this week Thursday, October 2.     Find all the details – including how to apply – at https://lnkd.in/gxp9-MtS #hiring #career #StateOfMinnesota #endhomelessness

Did you know that a Minnesota lived experience group recently earned national recognition!?    Lived Experience Advocacy Network (LEAN) - Minnesota is a constituent-led network of diverse change makers who share the experience of homelessness. On September 9, it was announced that LEAN Minnesota is one of two recipients of the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ Workforce Innovation Fund. Their Ladders & Lifelines, a program that will offer training and mentorship to people with lived experience who are working or seeking employment in the homeless services field, proposal stood out among nearly a thousand applications.    Read the full announcement at https://lnkd.in/gj2FAibi     Congratulations to LEAN Minnesota for their visionary work and national recognition! Learn more about them by visiting https://www.mnlean.org/  #Minnesota #fundingaward #livedexperience #homelessness