Email from Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness Coalition Update View as webpage Coalition Update   June 18, 2025 TOP STORY AROUND ALASKA COC UPDATE DATA UPDATE   Michaela Franklin helps clients at ACEH. It’s happening at the front door Our front desk has evolved into more than a place to check in. It’s become a connection point, a resource hub and sometimes even a lifeline. We see between 30 and 50 people a day, a number that has grown significantly in recent months. They come here for a cup of coffee or hot water for noodles, for hygiene kits and supplies to stay safe, for a spot to get warm and dry when it’s pouring rain and freezing cold. Recently, our community opened applications for a new round of emergency rental assistance. Because we had the front desk open, and we had computers and staff support, many individuals were able to apply. Six people who had been living outdoors were accepted into the NeighborWorks Alaska program. They now have support through case management — and housing. Read the full story   ACEH news Bringing national insights home The country’s largest gathering focused on homelessness and healthcare took place last month in Baltimore, and Ziona Brownlow, our healthcare integration director, was there. The National Health Care for the Homeless Conference and Policy Symposium showcased innovative programs from across the country, frameworks that focused on meeting people where they are, and highlighted the importance of building community to achieve this work. Thanks to Ziona for keeping our community engaged in this work!   Around Alaska   Alaska Housing Summit 2025 The Alaska Housing Summit is set for Aug. 19-20, and it promises to be an exciting and productive two days. We are co-hosting the event with the Alaska Coalition on Housing and Homelessness. While the agenda is being developed, a featured guest is already lined up: Chief Seattle Club, a Native-led housing and human services agency. You won’t want to miss hearing about their success story and learning how we can bring pieces of their approach to Anchorage. Questions? Reach out to [email protected]. Registration will open soon! In the past, it has sold out fast. Learn more     CoC update   Advocacy by the people  A longtime Anchorage advocacy group of — and for — those who have lived experience in homelessness is again standing up for those who are unhoused. The Homeless Resource Advocacy Council — described as “an autonomous body providing legitimate voice and representation for individuals with lived experience of homelessness” — met in early June at Mountain View Library. “Our purpose is to be the authentic voice of what is and what is not helpful,” said Roger Branson, acting chair and one of the early members of HRAC, as it is known. Read more here and follow our social media or check our community calendar for meeting notices.   Data update A plan for unhoused neighbors to simply become neighbors We are more than a year into our community’s five-year strategic plan on homelessness, and a framework for success is in place. We’ve proven that person-centered, rapid rehousing programs work, including for those who have lived outdoors for years. Those who get housed, generally stay housed. Street outreach is building trust and connection with those sleeping in encampments and vehicles. New cross-sector partnerships are forming to support this work. The voices of those with lived expertise are being elevated to strengthen services. We’ve made real progress. Our dashboard of results will be updated twice a year. Click here to see how our community is doing so far. Check back later this summer for the next update.   Upcoming   Volunteer Opportunities Looking to spread some kindness and make a difference in the lives of our unsheltered neighbors? Join us as we assemble outreach kits for those forced to sleep outside. Next event is June 30, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Sign up! Assembly Housing and Homelessness Committee Learn more about the Committee's work and Assembly initiatives to provide Housing First and to solve Anchorage homelessness. Next meeting is on June 18, at 11 p.m. Learn more Homeless Prevention and Response System Advisory Council meeting The Advisory Council meets monthly to discuss relevant Anchorage Continuum of Care initiatives and current events. Next meeting is on June 26 at 4 p.m. Learn more Case Conferencing These meetings provide a platform for housing providers to share vital information about client situations, whereabouts, and both past and current circumstances. Email Mac Lyons to learn more and get involved.       Contact Us [email protected]       Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness | 3427 E. Tudor Road Suite A | Anchorage, AK 99507 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice