Strategies of State Mental Health Agencies to Prevent and End Homelessness

The National Alliance to End Homelessness has released "Strategies of State Mental Health Agencies to Prevent and End Homelessness," a report highlighting 10 state mental health agencies and their approaches to helping clients access housing, including permanent supportive housing. Mental health officials in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, and Washington were interviewed individually and shared their approaches to building political will and creating affordable housing for clients who need mental health services. The paper shares examples of how states engaged governors and mayors, created housing positions within the mental health agency, partnered with other state agencies and organizations, participated in plans to end homelessness, provided housing technical assistance throughout the state, leveraged state resources, and used data to promote programs. To view the report, click here.

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