Coordinated Entry System
The primary goal of a Coordinated Entry process is to provide an accessible system to people experiencing homelessness and quickly connect them to appropriate housing or other services.
Our Coordinated Entry Manager provides supervision, support, and guidance to direct care staff, collaborates with shelter providers and permanent housing providers.
The LICH CE Team
CE Assessment Specialists
Case Management
Street Outreach
Respond to the helpline that is for people at risk and experiencing homelessness to call to navigate resources.
Works with people in shelter for the greatest period of time and provide assistance with necessary resources and housing supports.
Work with folks living unsheltered for the greatest periods of time to connect with necessary resources and housing supports.
Supervisor of Direct Support and Street Outreach
Provides supervision, support, and guidance to direct care staff,
collaborates with shelter providers and permanent housing
providers.
1. Access
Through the LICH Helpline or Street Outreach Programs.
3. Prioritization
Those with the longest lengths of time experiencing homelessness and the greatest barriers to exiting homelessness (identified through assessments), receive priority to all housing resources funded through HUD CoC and ESG programs.
2. Assessment
Long Island has a localized CE Assessment tool that was designed to gather information on households experiencing homelessness, related to vulnerabilities and barriers to exiting homeless.
4. Referral
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Rapid Rehousing
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Permanent Supportive Housing
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SPA
