The information included in this section of the website is for Providers that contract with the Community Partnership. TCP will use this website to post resources to assist Providers in keeping current with TCP priorities and policies. New information and resources will be added as needed, so make sure to check back for updates.
Quick Links for Providers
Policy and contract documents for providers working with The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness (TCP)
Sign up for upcoming provider trainings. Both HMIS and other required trainings are listed here.
HUD Notice of Fund Availability through The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness (TCP)
Information and resources for accessing the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
Resources regarding disaster response at publicly funded shelters in the District of Columbia
FAQs for Providers
What is the Continuum of Care?
The Continuum of Care (CoC) is designed to promote community wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness; provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, and State and local governments to quickly rehouse homeless individuals and families while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused to homeless individuals, families, and communities by homelessness; promote access to and effect utilization of mainstream programs by homeless individuals and families; and optimize self-sufficiency among individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
What is the Housing First Model?
The Housing First Model is a national model used by communities all over the country to end homelessness. A Housing First System orientation recognizes that people experiencing homelessness like all people need the safety and stability of a home in order to best address challenges and peruse opportunity. The Housing First Approach connects people back to a home as quickly as possible, while making readily available the services that people may need to be stable and secure.