Local Homeless Response Teams
Homeless Response Teams provide an efficient and complete network of service to participants in need. Additionally, they serve as a resource for:
Homeless Response Teams include service providers such as community action agencies, county social services, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, mental health service providers, church representatives, shelter representatives, transitional and permanent supportive housing representatives, advocates for victims of domestic violence, Public Health, healthcare and sober housing programs, etc.
- Community education about housing and homeless issues
- Advocacy in seeking additional funding resources and services for the homeless population
- Data collection and needs assessments for specific grant opportunities, the Wilder Survey and HUD's Point-in-Time Count
Homeless Response Teams include service providers such as community action agencies, county social services, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, mental health service providers, church representatives, shelter representatives, transitional and permanent supportive housing representatives, advocates for victims of domestic violence, Public Health, healthcare and sober housing programs, etc.
Minnesota Valley Action Councilfor Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, LeSueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan Counties |
Semcacfor Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Houston, Mower, Steele, and Winona Counties |
Three Rivers Community Actionfor Goodhue, Olmsted, Rice, and Wabasha Counties |