Collaborations across and within systems that provide services to families without homes

Abstract

Coordinated intervention from multiple service agencies is a necessity because of the complex set of issues facing families without homes. Barriers to interagency collaboration exist, but are not insurmountable. This chapter presents ten evidence-based principles that can guide successful collaborations that are based on the Federal Strategic Plan to End Homelessness. These principles are illustrated using real-life examples taken from several programs that help people without homes.