Fact Sheet Low-Barrier Shelter: Policies into Practice
This guide provides information on the core components of low-barrier shelters. It provides examples of key policies, procedures to support those policies, and ideas for navigating common challenges in implementation.
Sections include:
- What is a Low-Barrier Shelter?
- Components of a Low-Barrer Program: Policies and Procedures
- Common Challenges
- Supporting Staff
- How to Start a Low-Barrier Program
- Resources
Related HHRC Webinar: Low-Barrier Shelter Models for People Who Use Drugs
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Topic Housing Models: Housing First Housing Models: Emergency Shelter Language English Spanish
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The Homeless and Housing Resource Center is a program developed under grant 1H79SM083003-01 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Interviews, policies, and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of SAMHSA or HHS.
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