What is the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)?
Ending homelessness starts with understanding it. The Central New York Homeless Management Information System (CNY HMIS) is a powerful, data-driven tool that helps communities track and respond to homelessness in real time. By capturing critical information about the individuals and families served by homeless service providers, HMIS ensures that decisions are made based on facts—not assumptions.
How does it work?
Administered by the Housing & Homeless Coalition of Central New York (HHC CNY) through a HUD-supported
contract, CNY HMIS is an internet-based system used by homeless service organizations across Onondaga, Oswego,
and Cayuga Counties. With the support of a dedicated HMIS System Administrator, we provide:
- Technology and tools to streamline data collection and reporting.
- Training and technical support to ensure service providers can effectively use the system.
- Accurate, unduplicated data to measure the true scope of homelessness in our region.
Why is the HMIS Important?
HMIS doesn’t just collect data—it drives change. By analyzing real-time, aggregated information (with no identifying
client details), we gain deep insights into the causes, trends, and impact of homelessness. This data is used to:
Inform Public Policy and Funding Decisions
Improve Service Coordination Across Agencies
Measure Outcomes and Effectiveness
Turning Data into Action
Every intake, every report, every statistic tells a story. By leveraging HMIS, we’re not just tracking homelessness – we’re working to end it.
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