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Homeless Engagement and Response Team (HEART)

The Homeless Engagement and Response Team (HEART) is a department under the Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services. HEART provides outreach, engagement, and support to individuals experiencing homelessness, with a focus on connecting them to necessary services and resources. This team works co

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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES HOMELESS SERVICES DIVISION. HMIS Office Hours

Reviewing and correcting data quality issues in the Department of Social Services Homeless Services Division, focusing on inaccurate homeless history, services outside of enrollments, and their impacts on migration workflows and system performance. The team, led by project managers and system analys

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Gauteng Provincial Strategy to Empower and Mitigate Adult Street Homeless People

The Gauteng Provincial Strategy aims to address the challenges faced by adult street homeless individuals by collaborating with municipalities and other organizations. It discusses the definitions of homelessness, the global homeless population, and the specific situation in South Africa. By sharing

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Mastering Referencing Skills for Academic Writing Success

Enhance your academic writing skills with this comprehensive guide on referencing activities and strategies. Learn the importance of referencing direct quotations, ideas, tables, and images. Understand the elements required for in-text referencing and when to use "et al." Dive into practical example

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Understanding Multi-Head Attention Layers in Transformers

Sitan Chen from Harvard presents joint work with Yuanzhi Li exploring the provable learnability of a multi-head attention layer in transformers. The talk delves into the architecture of transformers, highlighting the gap between practical success and theoretical understanding. Preliminaries, prior w

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Harvard Style Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism

Learn about Harvard referencing style, the importance of avoiding plagiarism, and how to create in-text references properly. Understand the BBU FCHT Harvard system for author-year method referencing and how to cite books and book chapters effectively.

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Concerns Over Weight Loss Drugs and Rare Eye Condition

Novo Nordisk shares remained stable on Thursday, despite a critical report from Harvard Medical School linking the company\u2019s weight loss drugs to a rare eye condition

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Understanding Coordinated Entry System (CES) in Homeless Services

Coordinated Entry is a strategic approach focusing on housing and service coordination to link individuals experiencing homelessness to appropriate resources. With a primary goal of quick identification and prevention of homelessness, the system assesses consumer needs and connects them to housing a

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Harvard Procedure Guidelines and Rules for Model United Nations

In this guide, you will explore the rules and procedures specific to the Harvard Procedure in Model United Nations. It covers general rules, guidelines on resolutions and voting, language requirements, courtesy expectations, rules of procedure, motions, points of order, and parliamentary inquiries.

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Obtaining Vital Documents for Homeless Individuals Webinar

Learn about the process of obtaining birth certificates for homeless individuals, including reimbursement options, fee waivers, and expedited applications through this informative webinar. Discover how to access vital documents from local clerk's offices and the State of Michigan, and get insights o

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Healthcare Services for Homeless Population in El Paso, TX

Offering healthcare services for the homeless population in El Paso, TX, including COVID-19 screening and management of various health conditions. Clients can connect for screening over the phone, with limited testing available. Contact information for staff members provided for registration and ass

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Move Up Minnesota - Metro Area Pilot Project for Homeless Support

The Move Up Minnesota - Metro Area project aims to optimize resources in the homeless response system by assisting individuals in Permanent Supportive Housing to improve their living conditions. It utilizes a national best practice model to enhance accessibility to essential resources.

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Harvard University Anti-Racism Town Hall Event

Harvard University's EPS, ESE, & DIB Committee is holding an Anti-Racism Town Hall event on June 24th, 2020. The event focuses on providing a platform for discussion, sharing experiences, and promoting awareness of implicit bias. Breakout room discussions and valuable resources for engaging in anti-

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London Homeless Coalition (LHC) Death Communication Protocol

In 2014, the Memorial Committee of the London Homeless Coalition (LHC) established the Death Communication Protocol to acknowledge, share, and address the loss of individuals experiencing homelessness. The protocol aims to inform partnering organizations of confirmed or unconfirmed deaths, support g

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Educating Homeless Children and Youth Program Overview: McKinney-Vento Act and Funding Update

The program highlights the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, ensuring educational rights for homeless youth. The CDE receives $12 million to aid 121 LEAs in supporting homeless children's access to education. Funding is utilized for identification, enrollment, and transportation to and from sc

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Legal and Policy Foundations of VA's Homeless Programs

This presentation discusses the legal and policy foundations of the VA's homeless programs, covering historical perspectives, early national policies, major legislations, and the impact of research on homeless programs. Presenters Roger Casey, PhD, LCSW, and Paul Smits, LCSW, provide insights into t

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Streamlining Corporate Giving Processes at Harvard: Challenges and Opportunities

Harvard faces challenges in its historically cautious approach to corporate funding, resulting in outdated processes, stakeholder complexities, and missed opportunities. A working group aims to address these issues with a toolkit and plans for future engagement strategies.

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Understanding DC HMIS Training for Homeless Services Providers

Explore the DC HMIS Training covering basics, data security, participant roles, agency responsibilities, data entry standards, system login procedures, support resources, and common HMIS terms. Learn about the significance of HMIS in tracking services, case plans, assessments, and housing for homele

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Rotary District 9455 Homeless Hub Strategic Directions Paper

Resolving homelessness in Western Australia involves collaboration between various agencies, including over 50 homeless agencies and the state government. The Rotary Homeless Hub, led by Assistant Governor Yvonne Hart, aims to develop a strategy for Rotary's approach to tackling homelessness in WA.

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Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Through "Homeless to Harvard" Play-doh Activity

Explore the story of "Homeless to Harvard" by creating Play-doh examples of how David's needs were met at each level of Maslow's Hierarchy. Use quoted text evidence to explain the fulfillment of physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization needs. Follow instructions to photo

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Homeless and At-Risk Youth Programs in California Governor's Office

California Governor's Office administers various programs through the Office of Grants Management to assist homeless and at-risk youth, including those affected by human trafficking. These programs provide critical services such as emergency shelter, hotline services, and skills training to help you

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Understanding McKinney-Vento Eligibility & School Selection Rights

Explore the McKinney-Vento Act, which addresses the education of homeless children and youth. Learn about eligibility, homeless liaison roles, school selection rights, stability, transportation, and more. Discover common causes of homelessness and the educational support provided under ESSA.

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Best Interest Determinations & Dispute Resolution in Homeless Education

Explore Best Interest Determinations and Dispute Resolution in the context of educating homeless children and youth in Vermont. Topics include McKinney-Vento definitions, school selection rights, determining student best interests, strategies for resolution, and more.

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Understanding McKinney-Vento Legislation for Homeless Youth in Horry County Schools

McKinney-Vento Education Program, a federal act, ensures homeless children's right to education, covering various situations like living in shelters, cars, or with others due to loss of housing. The act also safeguards unaccompanied youth, allowing them to enroll in school even without a parent or g

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Los Angeles County Jail Homeless Initiative Overview

The Los Angeles County Jail System is the largest in the United States and faces challenges with a high homeless population. The D2 Initiative aims to provide in-reach services to homeless inmates, focusing on community-based organizations for support and housing solutions post-release.

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Redesigning Statewide Homeless Response System Hubs for Improved Coordination

A redesign initiative is underway in Maine to enhance the homeless response system by addressing challenges such as inconsistent collaboration, reliance on shelters, and lack of permanent housing options. Key takeaways focus on the need for data-driven, accountable, person-centered design grounded i

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Understanding PIT Count Training for Homeless Population

This content provides insights into the PIT Count Training 2019 aimed at understanding and addressing homelessness. It covers topics such as unsheltered and sheltered counts, individuals included and excluded in the PIT count, and strategies to address subpopulations. Additionally, it clarifies what

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Recognizing and Responding to Medical Emergencies in Homeless Settings

Guide by Heather Barr, RN, for non-medical individuals working with the homeless on spotting and handling medical emergencies. Covers understanding vulnerabilities, remaining calm, using trauma-informed care, and Good Samaritan laws to aid effectively while staying legally protected.

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SUPER.CONNECT.Housing.For.Health - Innovative Support for Homeless Individuals in Los Angeles

Super.Connect is a problem-solving team in Los Angeles County that assists homeless individuals and families in accessing health and housing services efficiently. Comprised of county experts, the team cuts through bureaucracy to provide real-time decisions and solutions. Super.Connect does not manda

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Understanding Psychiatric Challenges in Homeless Populations

This module sheds light on the prevalence of psychiatric disorders among homeless individuals compared to non-homeless, emphasizing issues like suicidal ideation and attempts. It also highlights the lack of psychiatry-specific training in addressing homelessness, and the potential benefits of street

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Overview of SB 850 Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP)

SB 850 establishes the Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) to provide flexible block grant funds to address immediate homelessness challenges in California. The program moves the Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council (HCFC) to the BCSH Agency and designates the BCSH Secretary as the HCFC Cha

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Addressing Homelessness in Catoosa County: Initiatives and Services

Catoosa County faces challenges in providing shelters, public transportation, and affordable housing for its homeless population. However, the community has come together to support McKinney Vento students with initiatives like tutoring programs and clothing assistance through Just Jeans. Homeless u

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Exploring the Lives of Homeless Children in 'Homeless: The Motel Kids of Orange County'

The documentary 'Homeless: The Motel Kids of Orange County' sheds light on families living in discount motels near Disneyland, struggling to make ends meet. It follows the children facing harsh realities of poverty and showcases the positive social changes through Project Hope School. Advocates and

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The Harvard Depository: A Modern Library Challenge

The Harvard Depository, once a storage haven for Harvard Library materials, now faces the challenges of modernization and adapting to the future. With an array of facilities and handling millions of items, the facility continues to serve library patrons while navigating new demands and advancements

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Insights from Monthly Harvard-Harris Poll - March 2017

The Monthly Harvard-Harris Poll conducted in March 2017 among 2,092 registered voters in the United States revealed that voters had varied opinions on the country's direction and the state of the economy. While more than 6 in 10 voters considered the US economy to be strong, less than half had a fav

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Overview of Clark County Behavioral Health System and Access to Homeless Services

In Clark County, the Behavioral Health System provides a comprehensive range of services for individuals in crisis, including crisis assessment, referral to outpatient providers, day treatment programs, crisis stabilization, and inpatient psychiatric treatment. The system also offers services for ho

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Supporting Homeless Children and Youth in Education: Key Initiatives and Guidelines

This document outlines the goals of promoting equitable access and improving outcomes for all students in Galveston ISD through increasing staff awareness. It also provides information on the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, covering who is eligible for its protections, such as children and y

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Improving Oral Health for Homeless People: Smile4life Programme & Initiatives

Welcome to the Smile4life Regional Training Event focused on promoting better oral care for homeless individuals in Scotland. This event highlights the importance of addressing poor oral health among the homeless population and emphasizes the significant impact it has on their overall well-being. Th

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Supportive Shelter and Legal Guidance for Homeless Individuals in Ghent, Belgium

Providing shelter, perspective guidance, and legal assistance for homeless individuals without legal residence in Ghent, Belgium. The initiative focuses on offering intensive support to transition from street survival to safety and sustainability. It caters to homeless individuals from various non-E

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Unconditional Respect in Homeless Services - Breaking the Charity Mentality

Julie Montgomery, Bary Hanson, and Meg Martin presented strategies for promoting unconditional respect in homeless services to combat the charity mentality. They emphasized collaboration, partnership, and innovative programs to address homelessness in Thurston County. Insights from Washington State

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