RI Continuum of Care

Homeless Definition for CoC and ESG Projects
2025-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Virtual
Intended Audience: Staff who refer to or determine eligibility for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Continuum of Care Program projects. This could include Supervisory, Management and Frontline staff of current and future recipient and subrecipient agencies who receive these funds. People who want to learn or refresh their knowledge about the federal homeless definition for the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program or Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and the corresponding documentation and recordkeeping requirements
Description: During this session, attendees will learn and become familiar with how the federal definition of homelessness applies to Continuum of Care (CoC) Program or Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) projects. The training will cover the four categories of the homeless definition and how to document the homeless status of households seeking assistance in projects funded through the CoC and ESG programs. Also, the session will provide an overview of the definition and documentation requirements for households experiencing chronic homelessness as it relates to the CoC Program.
While the general homeless definition applies to all applicants, for more special circumstances related to youth homelessness please attend or review the recording for the “Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project (YHDP): Eligible project types, special activities, and YHDP-specific requirements” webinar on April 9, 2025.
The training will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Trauma-Informed Care: Leading with Inquisition
2025-05-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Virtual
Intended Audience: This training is designed for professionals across sectors- including but not limited to housing, behavioral health, healthcare, nonprofit, and public service – who are committed to creating equitable, supportive, and trauma-informed environments. It is suitable for practitioners at all levels who seek to deepen their understanding and application of trauma-informed and responsive care through a culturally attune and relational approach.
Description: In this interactive training, participants will explore the foundational principle and practical application of trauma-informed care through a lens of curiosity, compassion and systems-level awareness. Grounded in an ecological framework, this session highlights the importance of psychological safety, identity-centered trauma responses, and culturally responsive practices. Participants will examine the power of inquiry over assumptions-learning to approach individuals, teams, and communities with openness and intention. Use evidence-based tools and strategies, attendees will leave with tangible skills to foster safer environments, strengthen relational trust, and support trauma recovery across diverse settings.
The training will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Board of Commissioners Meeting
2025-05-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-04-17 09:30 - 10:30
The meeting will be held at the main office of the Corporation, 44 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903, Conference Boardroom. The meeting can also be accessed by interested members of the public via telephone conference call.
Dial the meeting access number: 1-866-225-4944, then press #
Enter the conference ID number: 4011341, then press #

Emergency Shelter Role within the Homeless Response System
2025-05-14 09:30 - 12:30 | Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick, United States
Emergency shelter is a key component of a homeless response system, often being the first stop on a household’s journey back to housing.
This session will explore how shelters can respond to local systemic needs and provide attendees with practices to support a housing-focused orientation in shelter. Trainers will offer an interactive session to discuss shelter design, including policies, service approaches, and physical features that promote positive housing outcomes.
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Credit Committee Meeting
2025-05-07 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-04-09 09:30 - 10:30

Management Committee Meeting
2025-05-05 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-07 15:00 - 16:00

Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project (YHDP): Eligible project types, special activities, and YHDP specific requirements
2025-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
This session will provide an overview of the project types eligible for funding under the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) and operating in the RI CoC.
The webinar will also cover eligible expenses under each Special Activity approved by HUD for RI YHDP projects. Prior to joining the session, it may be helpful for participants to review their most recent CoC grant agreement(s) to confirm which Special Activities are applicable to their projects. This session will also cover eligible expenses under selected allowable Special Activities not currently utilized in the RI CoC that applicants might wish to consider seeking approval for.
In addition, the session will cover CoC requirements specific to YHDP projects, including special circumstances under which youth may meet homelessness requirements, age limitations, age documentation, and participant stipends.
The training will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Best practices in Person-Centered Housing Services
2025-04-02 09:30 - 16:30 | Paff Auditorium, 80 Washington Street, Providence, Rhode Island, 02903
This full-day onsite training, facilitated by C4 Innovations, will introduce participants to evidence-based and best practices specific to housing-focused case management services. The day will be broken out into five topics including trauma-informed care, how to have motivational conversations, harm reduction and housing first, property-owner engagement, and provider wellness.
This training will be facilitated by experienced trainers who aim to create a safe space for people of all backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles to gain the necessary skills to provide effective housing services to people experiencing homelessness and housing instability in Rhode Island.
The training will begin promptly at 9:30 am with a lunch break from 12-1pm.
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Continuum of Care Program: Differences Between Program Administration Costs and Indirect Costs
2025-03-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Target Audience: Supervisory, Management and Fiscal office staff for all Continuum of Care Program project types. This would include current and future recipient and subrecipient agencies who are responsible for tracking expenses.
This session will provide an overview of two eligible costs, Project Administration and Indirect, within the Continuum of Care Program. This session builds on the information provided during the March 19th session that will cover all CoC Program eligible project types and eligible expenses. Presenters will cover the allowable Continuum of Care Program Project Administration Budget Line Item eligible costs and documentation requirements
Presenters will also provide an overview of federally allowed indirect costs and how they are applied to eligible Continuum of Care expenses. Attendees will learn the differences between the two costs and be able to work with their agency to determine how to apply the knowledge to their project implementation.
It is recommended that participants attend or view the recording of the March 19th session prior to this session.
The training will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Continuum of Care Structure: RI Continuum of Care System Planning and Operational Responsibilities Webinar
2025-03-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Target Audience: RI Continuum Care Board and members, system planners and funders, community stakeholders who interface with the homeless response system
Description: This session will provide an overview of the Rhode Island Continuum of Care (RICoC) system planning structure and the local responsibilities as they relate to the homeless response system. Attendees will learn about the CoC Board, general membership and committee structure so they may better understand how to connect with CoC staff and participate in annual activities for building and improving the homeless response system.
Trainers will review the federally designated operational responsibilities and tasks for the RICoC planning body that influence the group’s structure and resource allocation priorities. This knowledge will support agencies to understand the role of the RICoC Planning body in relationship to other State and funder level activity.
The training will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Homeless Response System Components Overview
2025-02-19 09:30 - 16:00 | Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick, United States
The system to help people who are experiencing homelessness is complex. The projects and staff working within the homeless response system are supported by multiple federal and local funding sources that can be confusing. This session will define and clarify the homeless system terminology and jargon and provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the different components.
Presenters will also provide a high-level overview of the primary funding sources such as federal Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and the local RI Consolidated Homeless Fund (CHF) and their allowable uses.
The training will begin promptly at 9:30 am with a lunch break from 12-1pm. Lunch will not be provided, so please bring your lunch or prepare to pick up lunch somewhere in the area.
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Credit Committee Meeting
2021-12-08 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-11-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2021-10-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Telephone Conference Call, RI, 02903, United States

Management Committee Meeting
2021-12-06 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-11-01 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-10-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Telephone Conference Call, RI, 02903, United States

RFP - Homeowner Assistance Support Services
2021-11-30 15:00
Posted: November 10, 2021
Deadline: Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021 @ 3 p.m.
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Acquisition and Revitalization Program (ARP) Funding Application Due
2021-11-29 16:00
Acquisition and Revitalization Program (“ARP”) Funding
Posted: November 15,2021
Application Deadline: 4 PM Monday, November 29, 2021

Learn more at www.rihousing.com/rfps-rfqs/

Rent Relief Outreach and Assistance
2021-11-19 15:00
Posted: November 4, 2021
Deadline: Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 @ 3 p.m.
Learn more at https://continuumofcareri.com/rfps-rfqs/

RFP - Homeowner Assistance Support Services Q&A
2021-11-16 13:00 - 14:00
Have questions regarding the Homeowner Assistance Support Services RFP?
A virtual questions and answers session will take place on November 16, 2021 at 1:00 PM to provide technical answers to any questions interested organizations may have.
The virtual session can be accessed here >

RFP - Rent Relief Outreach and Assistance Q&A
2021-11-10 15:00 - 16:00
Have questions regarding the Rent Relief Outreach and Assistance?
A virtual questions and answers session will take place on November 10, 2021 at 3PM to provide technical answers to any questions interested organizations may have.
The virtual session can be accessed here >

Board of Commissioners Meeting
2021-11-10 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-10-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-09-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Telephone Conference Call, RI, 02903, United States

Housing Related Research, Analysis and Reporting Services
2021-10-27
Posted: October 1, 2021
Deadline: Wednesday, October 27, 2021 @ 5 PM

Building Homes Rhode Island RFP Due
2021-09-10 15:00
Visit https://continuumofcareri.com/rfps-rfqs/ to learn more.
