2023 meetings will be held every ODD month on the 3rd Thursday from 2:00pm - 3:30pm

2023 Goals

Affordable and stable housing is one of the most critical needs for those who are reentering society after incarceration, and the Housing Committee is committed to advocating for policies and programs that support and uplift those who are impacted by the criminal legal system. In 2023 we are working to:

 

  • Increase access to housing: We will work to expand access to affordable and stable housing options for individuals with justice involvement, including advocating for more supportive housing options and affordable rent.
  • Address housing discrimination: Our committee will work to address housing discrimination faced by people with criminal records by advocating for policies and practices that prohibit discrimination based on criminal records and promoting policies that create pathways for individuals with records to access housing. Starting with advocating for a BOS Motion for Fair Chance Housing Ordinance for LA County. 
  • Expand housing resources: We will work to expand resources available to individuals with justice involvement to help them navigate the housing process, including resources for housing searches, financial assistance, and housing stability.
  • Foster community partnerships: Our committee will seek out and develop partnerships with community-based organizations, housing providers, and other stakeholders to identify and implement solutions that can help address the housing needs of those impacted by the criminal legal system.

Preventative Measures for Congregate Living

The link below is DPH guidelines for congregate living facilities during Covid19, which applies to a lot of the people in the network.
The Board of State and Community Corrections recently allocated $50 million in funding to establish the Adult Reentry Grant Program to fund rental assistance and linkage support for parolees.
Click here to see the list of agencies who received funding in LA County.  There is no additional information at this time, but we will keep you posted as we learn more.
Measure H Policy Summit #4: Interim Housing
By The Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative
Interim Housing
United Way, 4th Fl. Conf. Rm
October 15, 2019, 9am - 12pm
Permanent Housing
United Way, 4th Fl. Conf. Rm
October 24, 2019, 9am - 12pm
Employment
United Way, 4th Fl. Conf. Rm
October 30, 2019, 9am - 12pm
Partnerships with Cities
United Way, 4th Fl. Conf. Rm
November 7, 2019, 9am - 12pm
Closing System Discussion
United Way, Penthouse
November 21, 2019, 1pm - 4pm

Making Connections for Reentry Housing

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There were three main topics that were discussed from LASHA presentation at the Making Connections for Reentry Housing, meeting of July 18, 2019
  1. Commonly Used Terminology within Coordinated Entry System,
  2. Programs within Homeless Services and CES
  3. How to Access Resources
Please CLICK HERE for complete notes on the presentation
Please CLICK HERE  to see the PowerPoint
Please CLICK HERE for LAHSA Resources

Resources on Immigration Enforcement

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) affirms the right of all individuals experiencing homelessness in the Los Angeles Continuum of Care (LA CoC) to access services and housing for which they are eligible by promoting welcoming, non-discriminatory environments that protect client privacy and safety. As a reminder, the resources below are available to help inform and prepare your organization as it relates to homelessness and immigration enforcement.

This is not legal advice. Please seek legal counsel if your organization would like a more detailed understanding of federal immigration policies and how they affect your work and clients.
Also, it is crucial that LAHSA, along with our City and County partners remain informed and in tune with our communities. Should your facilities experience, or should you witness, federal immigration enforcement activities, immediately report such actions to Paul Duncan, pduncan@lahsa.org, LAHSA’s Director of Procurement and Performance Management.

LARRP Housing Committee Co-Chairs: 

Veronica Lewis
Jose Osuna

Housing Committee Charter

The LARRP Housing Committee focuses on:

  • Understanding the housing and homeless services landscape
  • identifying interim and permanent housing solutions for the reentry population.
  • Tracking policies and guidelines that impact formerly incarcerated individual’s ability to access housing subsidies and resources.

Committee Goals

The goal of the Committee is to create a reentry housing plan, which will include:

  • Identification of the levels of need for the reentry population;
  • Types of housing and services needed;
  • Cost of services; and
  • Existing resources and opportunities.

Monthly Housing Rights in Your City

Learn how your city is protecting tenants and landlords during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join one of HRC's online workshops to learn the rights you have, where you live.

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