As 2025 draws to a close, we would like to extend a sincere thank you for your incredible work, collaboration, and dedication throughout the past year. Your efforts are deeply appreciated, and we are excited about our shared future in 2026.
Wishing you and yours peace, love, joy this holiday season, and a New Year filled with happiness.
Please note our office will be closed for the Holiday Week:
📅 New Year, New Fields!
Starting next month, the following fields will be available on Scattered Site Unit screens. New fields include:
HUD has officially released the manual for Fiscal Year 2026 HMIS Data Standards. While Clarity HMIS is already compliant with the current Administration’s Executive Orders and these new data standards, this shared documentation details the specific changes, mapping guidance, and configuration requirements. 2026 HMIS Data Standards went into effect on October 1, 2025.
What This Means for Clarity HMIS Users: Because Clarity HMIS is currently up-to-date and is already compliant, no immediate action is required by end-users to maintain compliance. You can continue with your normal data entry processes. We do, however, encourage all lead CoC and agency staff to review this documentation to understand the changes and collection requirements.
The following HUD resources have been updated:
The final submission for the LSA is due on Thursday, January 16th, 2026. Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the data quality improvements during the cleanup process. Your efforts and partnership are greatly appreciated as we approach the finish line! If you have any questions or need assistance during the clean-up process, please do not hesitate to reach out!
As you know, we’re also preparing for the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness. This critical count serves as the primary source of nationwide data on homelessness, informing funding and strategic planning for years to come.
The PIT Count comprises two essential components: an unsheltered count (individuals sleeping on the streets or in places not meant for human habitation) conducted by volunteers and outreach teams, and a sheltered count (individuals staying in housing programs setup in HMIS).
For the sheltered count, data accuracy within the HMIS is important. It is critical that all housing projects ensure accurate enrollments, exits, and housing services are logged for the designated night of the count.
How You Can Ensure Data Integrity: As we approach the official count night, we urge all project staff to review and update their HMIS data immediately. Please ensure the following data points are accurate for all clients served by your projects on the count date:
Tip: We highly recommend utilizing the [GNRL-220] Program Details Report. This report is an invaluable tool for reviewing a spreadsheet containing all relevant profile, enrollment, exit, and housing service data in one place.
Thank you for your diligence and commitment to data quality, which ensures the success and accuracy of our annual PIT Count.
Want to stay in the loop with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority? The KCRHA Blog is the go-to resource for real-time updates on regional efforts. This month, we’re highlighting critical information regarding seasonal shelter openings and the latest Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO). Don’t miss out on important deadlines and community resources. Bookmark the KCRHA Blog today
Users must attend an ACT training before they gain assessors access in the HMIS.
As the Technical Administrator (Agency Lead), CE Trainer and/or Security Officer for your agency, please join us to stay apprised of all the HMIS happenings within your community! Friendly reminder that attendance at this meeting is required. Security Officers are asked to join us for this January meeting to hear specific reminders about their role.
