The Equity Committee recognizes that people served by CoC programs have different starting points and needs. Some people need more or different resources and support than others. This committee develops resources, policies, and procedures to support the RICOC, its programs, and its recipient agencies in meeting the needs of all people they serve. Contact Information: […]
The HMIS Committee plays a key role in developing performance measures and goals to evaluate Rhode Island’s overall success in ending homelessness in the State using HUD guidance. The HMIS Committee creates and updates, as needed, a privacy plan, security plan, and data quality plan for the HMIS, as well as all other policies and […]
The Coordinated Entry Implementation Committee collaborates with the Collaborative Applicant, HMIS Lead, CES Lead, and service providers to solicit feedback from stakeholders on the RI Statewide Coordinated Entry System (CES). The committee also monitors key performance indicators of the CE system and recommends actions to support its implementation, refinement, and ongoing performance. Co-Chair—RICoC Board member, […]
The RICoC Board and Membership meetings are held in person. Those on the RICoC Membership and the public can remotely view and participate in the meeting on Microsoft Teams. How to join the meeting Click here to join the meeting on Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 214 927 705 605 Passcode: mJ6a34zQ
Intended audience: Case managers, program managers, anyone who works in the homeless response system. Description: During this session, facilitator Daisy Hernandez, MSW, LCSW, will review the basics of co-occurring disorder and assessing crisis, as well as better understanding in outreaching population managing co-occurring disorders. She will uplift the value of trauma informed care and person-centered […]
The Pipeline Committee works to strengthen the RICoC’s collaboration and connection with other systems to increase non-CoC or ESG resource investment in housing and services for households in Rhode Island experiencing homelessness. Contact Information: Co-Chair – Michelle Brophy, brophy@bhddh.ri.gov Co-Chair—Charlie Thomas-Davison, ThomasDavison@wdchoc.org How to Join Click here to join the meeting on Microsoft Teams Meeting […]
Target Audience: Target Audience: Supervisory and Management Staff at CoC/YHDP Projects, including, Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), Rapid Rehousing (RRH), Joint TH/RRH and Supportive Services only (Coordinated Entry, Outreach, YHDP). Content covered will be relevant to both Recipient and Subrecipient agency staff. This session will provide an overview of the key activities involved in successfully managing […]
Intended Audience: Case managers, program managers, anyone who works in the homeless response system. Description: During this session, facilitator Daisy Hernandez, MSW, LCSW, will explore the purpose of stigma, its components and why they matter. She will engage participants in a comparison between stigma and bias and one's genuine self. Daisy will also talk about […]
The Constituent Advisory Committee consists of representatives who have lived experience of homelessness or housing instability. The committee provides feedback and policy recommendations to the CoC to ensure that those with lived experience are fully integrated into the formal decision-making structure. To join, please request the link to the virtual meeting from the RICoC Planning […]
The Governance Committee monitors the RICoC governance structure and evaluates how well it supports the RICoC’s work. This committee recommends changes to the governance structure when needed and outlines how the RICoC Governance Charter needs to be edited to reflect their recommendations. The committee also oversees elections for the Board of Directors. Contact Information: Chair […]
The Funding Committee works with the Collaborative Applicant to design and implement a consolidated application process for Rhode Island programs and projects seeking Continuum of Care funding. The Committee reviews and evaluates the performance of recipients of CoC funding and recommends actions to be taken against poor performers. The Committee also develops and oversees the […]
The Grievance Committee develops and oversees the operation of grievance procedures for informal and formal grievances of constituents and provider agencies. Contact Information: Chair—RICoC Board Member, Mike Burk, burk@dcyf.ri.gov The next meeting will be held in August 2025. Time and date to follow.