Jan 29, 2026 · HMIS is a local information technology system used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to individuals and families at risk of and experiencing …

Oct 1, 2025 · The HMIS Data Standards Manual supports data collection and reporting efforts of HMIS Leads/System Administrators, Continuums of Care (CoCs), and HMIS end users to help them …

HMIS Guides and Tools These resources are intended to assist Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Lead agencies, Continuum of Care (CoC) representatives, and HMIS vendors in …

Refer to the HMIS Data Dictionary, found on the FY 2026 HMIS Data Standards page, for UDEs requirements. Program-Specific Data Elements Program-Specific Data Elements (PSDEs) provide …

The HMIS CSV format may be extended to include additional files and fields by parties engaged in HMIS data exchange; technical assistance may be available. A sample CSV template for custom HMIS …

HMIS Documents & Resources There are a variety of documents that comprise the suite of HMIS Data Standards resources. Each of the documents has a specific purpose and intended audience.

Guidance by Program The HMIS Data Standards Manual provides general project set up and data collection guidance for Project Descriptor Data Elements, Universal Data Elements, and Common …

HMIS Notices The privacy and security standards, as described in the 2004 Data and Technical Standards Notice, seek to protect the confidentiality of personal information while allowing for …

HMIS HMIS refers to the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), the system used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to program participants. The …

Introduction to HMIS Data Standards HMIS Data Standards Overview A Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is the information system designated by a local Continuum of Care (CoC) …