What Is WeALLCount?
- A count of ‘Unsheltered’ (on the street, vehicle, hand-built structure)
- A count of ‘Sheltered’ (shelters and transitional housing)
- An in-depth, personal interview with at least 10% of unsheltered persons
- Click HERE for results
When
- Unsheltered Count: Friday, January 25, 2013 – 5:00am and 8:00am
- Sheltered Count: Same time – Completed with service/shelter providers
- Interview/Survey: January 25 – February 1 (one week)
Background
- The project is mandated for all communities (but unfunded) by HUD
- Counts take place across the country at the end of January
- We partner with the Regional Continuum of Care Council (RCCC) and its affiliated agencies
Why We Count
- People. Because there are 10,000+ individuals and families who experience homelessness annually in our County
- Funding. Results leads to millions in funds for local agencies
- Understanding. WeALLCount data leads to targeted services
- Knowledge. To provide agencies with important data on our homeless population – critical for federal and state grant applications
- Action. Awareness of the scope and the details of the problem provide the knowledge needed to act
- Results. Ending homelessness benefits EVERYONE
Contact
Dania Brett
Project Analyst
dania.brett@rtfhsd.org
(858) 292-7627 ext.16