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HMIS and Data

Use of Data

CT HMIS data is a crucial resource for Connecticut’s efforts to address homelessness, supporting various initiatives and informing decision-making at multiple levels. Through integration with P20 WIN, HMIS data helps link information from education and workforce agencies, providing valuable insights that guide policy and practice to better support individuals transitioning into stable employment.

The data also plays a significant role in federal and state reporting, including the Longitudinal System Analysis (LSA) and System Performance Measures (SPMs), which evaluate the effectiveness of homeless services. These analyses help track critical metrics such as the duration of homelessness and exits to permanent housing, aiding in the continuous improvement of service delivery.

CT HMIS data is central to the annual Point-In-Time (PIT) Count and Housing Inventory Count (HIC), offering a snapshot of homelessness and available resources across Connecticut. This data-driven approach allows for more accurate assessments and better-targeted interventions.

Locally, agencies and Continuums of Care (CoCs) use CT HMIS data to enhance service coordination and make data-driven decisions, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated to meet the needs of those experiencing homelessness. This comprehensive use of data underscores its importance in driving efforts to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in Connecticut. For more details, please visit our PIT Report page.

Data Requests

CT HMIS offers a structured process for requesting data tailored to your needs. Data Requests can include aggregate data for analysis, custom reports, or specific insights that are not available through our standard dashboards. To make a Data Request:

How to Make a Data Request:

    1. Review Available Dashboards: Before submitting a request, please review our dashboards to check if the data you need is already available.
    2. Submit a Data Request Form: If the existing dashboards do not meet your needs, complete the Data Request Form. Ensure to provide detailed information about the type of data you are seeking, the purpose, and the intended use.
    3. Prioritization Process: All data requests are reviewed and prioritized based on our Data Request Prioritization guidelines. Factors considered include urgency, impact, and the resources required to fulfill the request.
    4. Cost for Non-CoC Members/Agencies: Please note that data requests from non-Continuum of Care (CoC) members or external agencies may incur a fee. This fee reflects the staff time and resources necessary to compile and provide the requested data. Costs will be communicated in advance, and no work will begin until the fees are confirmed and agreed upon.

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