HomeMy WebLinkAboutHomelessness and Housing Fund Impact Report for period May 1 2023 to February 29 2024Hawai‘i County Homelessness and Housing Fund
COUNTYOFHAWAI‘I Office of Housing and
Community Development
www.housing.hawaiicounty.gov
The Homelessness and Housing Fund (HHF) is a pivotal initiative aimed at addressing the
pressing issues of homelessness and housing instability in Hawai‘i County. Established on
March 23, 2022, through Ordinance 22-26, and guided by Resolution 442 adopted on July
19, 2022, the HHF represents an unprecedented commitment to combating homelessness
through strategic interventions and collaborative efforts.
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Service Provision vs. Systemic Solutions
Our commitment goes beyond just providing services; we're dedicated to tackling the root
causes of homelessness. While we ensure immediate relief like engagement, financial aid,
shelters, and food, our focus is on promoting stable housing, employment, and mental health
support to solve homelessness. This balanced approach is central to our strategy. We
recognize the importance of a multi-sector approach to comprehensively address
homelessness.
Impact Report: May 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
In this reporting period, 137 households were connected to stableshelter, which includes emergency shelters, transitional housing,recover/stabilization programs, and long-term stable housing.
Measurement of Success
Over time, the data collected from our grantees will begin to document the effectiveness of
the HHF’s impact on homelessness and housing stability. The success of the grant funds will
be measured by:
Decrease in the length of time a household experiences homelessness
Increase in the number of households securing stable housing
Reduction in the likelihood of a household returning to homelessness
Community of Practice
The HHF recognizes that tackling homelessness requires a concerted effort from various
stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, community groups,
businesses, and healthcare providers.
The HHF Community of Practice (CoP) stands as a testament of the County’s commitment to
innovative collaboration and multi-sector approach in servicing and solving homelessness.
The quarterly convening of the leadership teams of each grantee aims to foster a
collaborative learning environment, nurture relationships and enable collective learning. By
sharing experiences and cultivating a shared understanding of their respective expertise, the
HHF CoP serves as a space for continual growth and development.
Location by District
0 200 400 600 800 1000
Hilo
Hāmākua
Kaʻū
Kohala
Kona
Puna
Other
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Participant Location
Total Individual Encounters: 4,070*
*4,070 - The number 4,070 is considered a duplicated number in the context of counting individuals based on services received. This means
that an individual may be counted multiple times indicating that an individual has received multiple services. This duplication can occur due to
various factors such as different service providers, types of programs, or overlapping service periods.
**Homeless – Homeless includes encountered individuals who identified their housing status as either literally homeless (without shelter),
Imminent Risk (at 14 days or less to Homelessness) or Sheltered Homeless (actively in an emergency shelter, recovery housing or program
housing).
***Unstably Housed – Unstably Housed includes encountered individuals who identified their housing status is at-risk with 60 days or less to
Homelessness.
Participant Location - The total number of individual’s that provided a location is 2,002 (of the 4,070 encounters). The County is working with
grantees to enhance data collection and accuracy regarding participant demographics.
1,593
Identified as
Homeless**
806
Identified as
Unstably Housed***
197
Identified as
Stably Housed
1,474
Unknown Housing Status
at Time of Ecounter
Impact Report: May 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
952
50
18
103
434
401
44952
Age Range Keiki (birth-5 years)Keiki (6-17 years)Transitional Age Youth (18-24 years)Adult (25-61 years)Kupuna (62+ years)Preferred Not To Answer0
500
1000
1500
2000< 1 Year1 - 5 Years6 - 10 Years11+ YearsPreferred Not To Answer0
200
400
600
800
1000
Employed FTEmployed PTUnemployedGeneral AssistanceOtherPerferred Not To Answer0
500
1000
1500
2000
MaleFemaleTransgenderNon-BinaryPreferred Not To Answer0
200
400
600
800
1000
AsianNative HawaiianOtherPacific IslanderWhitePreferred Not To Answer0
100
200
300
400
500
600
3
29 21 30 41 19 7
220
50 18
1923
Homeless & Unstably Housed Encounters
2,399**Of the 4,070 duplicated encounters, the
total Unsheltered Homeless and Unstably
Housed is 2,399. Homeless and Unstably
Housed are the highest risk population and
are prioritzed for assistance and support.
Length of Residency Employment Status Gender
Race
Preferred Not To Answer - At this time, participant demographic disclosure is voluntary, and individuals are not obligated to provide personal
information. The County is working with grantees to enhance data collection and accuracy regarding participant demographics.
Age Range - The age range total of 2,407 individuals represents the sum of all individuals within each household encountered.
Race Other – Includes demographics for individuals who identify as American Indian, Alaska Native, African American, Latino/Hispanic, or Other.
Pacific Islander – Includes demographics for individuals who identify as Pacific Islander, exclusive of Native Hawaiian. Pacific Islander can include, but
not limited to, Samoan, Guamania/Chamorro, Fijian, Tongan, Marshallese, Micronesian.
42 7
222
10
72
9
488
81
848
620
45
252
18 12 45 26 29
287
10 70
1525
80
926
502
655
294
4 0 1 0 7 10
189
25
568
70 48
100
48
371
184
83
233
480
49 0
Homeless
Unstably Housed
Legend
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Key Achievements as of February 29, 2024:
Assisted Rental Housing Program.* 96 new households who self-declared that they were unstably housed or
homeless were housed through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program.
Behavioral and Substance Abuse Services:
Completed 1,500 counseling services, with reported referrals to organizations for housing stability services,
addressing the complex needs of individuals experiencing homelessness.
Leased 4 residential units in West Hawai’i, which is currently providing housing for 14 individuals. The units, when
at full capacity will provide housing for up to 25 individuals
Increased transitional and permanent beds by 14 in West Hawai’i, dedicated to adults facing serious mental
illness, substance use disorders, and chronic homelessness. Currently, 7 beds are occupied, with 7 available for
referral.
Coordination Center. 847 unduplicated requests for assistance and were connected to available services and
resources. The highest need was for housing navigation services
Emergency Housing Voucher Program.* 94 homeless households secured stable housing through housing
navigation and case management services.
Malamapono Center. 6 unduplicated clients are currently enrolled in the center's substance abuse services
clinical program, receiving essential support in their journey towards recovery.
Master Leasing of Rental Housing Units. 7 new residential units have been secured through the program,
providing long-term stable housing for 47 individuals, including 17 children, in East Hawai'i.
Mohala Family Center. 64 individuals are enrolled in various the therapeutic living programs that provides ,
providing comprehensive services including intake and assessment, care coordination, treatment, and discharge
planning.
‘Ohana Homeless Prevention & Support Program. 102 unduplicated households have received case
management services. 22 households received a federally assisted housing voucher, 96 households have increased
tenancy skills, 41 were connected to professional services, 46 households increased their income and 16 households
were connected to non-housing benefits (TANF, SNAP, WIC, etc.)
Re-entry Recovery Housing Program. 42 individuals have been accepted into the program. 7 of these individuals
have transitioned to independent or transitional housing.
Reunification Program. Supported 15 individuals in reuniting with family and friends outside of Hawai'i Island.
Street Medicine, Mobile Hygiene, and Engagement Initiatives:
Funding was allocated to enhance staff capacity, enabling consistent outreach schedules.
Completed 511 medical care services in a street medicine setting, addressing the immediate healthcare needs
of individuals experiencing homelessness.
Completed 1,625 duplicated engagement activities as part of a mobile hygiene service.
Implemented a shared data collection system to document engagement and outreach activities, facilitating
efficient coordination and resource allocation.
The Engagement Hui registered 447 unduplicated individuals in the data collection system, with 76 successfully
transitioning to emergency shelter, transitional housing, or long-term housing.
Supporting People with Special Needs
The HHF prioritized support for vulnerable individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness by hiring a
psychiatrist and implementing a twice-monthly outreach program. As of the report date, the psychiatrist
completed 133 unduplicated encounters, providing general health education, medical supplies, psychiatric
care, and administering long-acting injectables to treat schizophrenia.
These achievements highlight the diverse range of services and support provided by the Grantees of the Homelessness
and Housing Fund, addressing the complex needs of individuals experiencing homelessness and fostering long-term
stability and independence.
*While not directly funded by the HHF, the grantees played a pivotal role in assisting homeless households secure stable housing. These numbers are not
included in the 137 households identified on page 1.