HMIS

A Homeless Management Information System, HMIS, is a data collection system, which allows communities to collect, store, and report information about individuals receiving services.

In Alameda County, the HMIS Lead is Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department. Roles and responsibilities of the HMIS Lead include:

Develops plans, policies and procedures on behalf of the CoC including: Data Quality Plan, Security Plan, Privacy Plan
Program compliance with applicable agreements: monitoring and enforcing compliance by all participating agencies with HUD established HMIS requirements, local policies and requirements in HMIS Participation Agreement
Leads HMIS Operation and Management: Reporting and training and technical assistance
Ensures compliance with functionality standards
Increasing HMIS Participation

Continuum of Care

HMIS Lead Agency

Designates the HMIS Lead and HMIS Vendor
Monitors the HMIS Lead and overall data quality
Reviews, revises and approved HMIS policies and procedures
Enforces HMIS Data Quality Plan
Ensure HMIS is in compliance with HUD requirements

Leads HMIS Operation and Management
Develops plans, policies and procedures in coordination with the CoC
Ensures participating agencies are in compliance with applicable agreements
Ensures compliance with functionality standards

Contact Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department for more questions here.