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Access tools, guidance, and training to support your HMIS work in the Ohio BoSCoC or Mahoning County CoC, whether you're just getting started or looking to stay current with policies and best practices.
Whether you're brushing up on a topic or need to reference current policy, our documentation library includes key resources for maintaining compliance, improving system performance, and staying aligned with HUD and state requirements.
Documents that outline the core policies governing data privacy, user responsibilities, and system-wide expectations for participation in HMIS.
Step-by-step guides for accurately documenting required data in HMIS, including for coordinated entry and other key processes.
Downloadable forms to help your project ensure it collects and reports into HMIS all required information.
Notify COHHIO that a new homeless-dedicated project is beginning to serve clients in the Ohio Balance of State CoC or Mahoning County CoC
Reference guides and documentation from Clarity Human Services. and other system vendors.
HMIS Users have several HMIS-related accounts. You can often use the reset password features on login screens to access your account. Please contact the HMIS Help Desk for additional login support.
HMIS Users should check data quality at least monthly using R minor Elevated.
All documentation, including data standards, policies, and workflow guidance, is available on the HMIS Training & Resources page.
Reach out to the COHHIO HMIS Help Desk for support with technical issues, user access, and more.
New users must complete HMIS New User Training. Once approved, you’ll receive login credentials from COHHIO’s HMIS Team.
HMIS-related trainings are available in COHHIO's Training Library.
HMIS stands for Homeless Management Information System, a confidential database that tracks services and outcomes for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Organizations and individuals involved in providing services to people experiencing homelessness, particularly those receiving federal funding from HUD and some state funding, are required to use the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Additionally, programs funded by the Veterans Administration (VA) and some Health and Human Services (HHS) programs also utilize HMIS.
R minor offers public-facing summary data, while R minor Elevated requires login access and provides detailed, client-level reporting.
