Community Homeless Solutions

“There are no committees with authority to act of behalf of the governing body.”

“A copy of the return is provided to management and the board before filing of the return.”

“Each year the organization has its board members complete and sign a conflict of interest policy. If there are any potential conflicts that arise during the year the member will recuse themselves while voting on the matter takes place.”

“Yes, the organization has a structured process for determining compensation for its executive director. This process includes independent review, comparability data analysis, and contemporaneous documentation to substantiate deliberations and decisions from the board of directors. The CEO typically leads the process for determining compensation of other officers and key employees. This process includes independent review, analysis of comparability data, and contemporaneous documentation to substantiate deliverations and decisions.The process described here was last completed in 2023.”

“Members of the public can request a copy of the annual return or exemption application by calling the office or submitting a written request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Respite Care Center is located in the City of Seaside, the center opened in July 2016 & is operated in partnership with the three major hospitals in Monterey County - Community Hospital (CHOMP), Natividad Medical Center (NMC), Salinas Valley Memorial Health care System (SVMHS), & Central California Alliance for Health (CCAH). The shelter is staffed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, & is a non medical facility. Participants will work with the CCRC team to establish goals for respite center discharge. Referring hospitals as well as the CCRC team will decide how long participants will stay. Most respite stays will be from 2-6 weeks, depending on each participant's health status. Bridge housing is available to eligible participants in need of additional housing assistance following CCRC stay.Case ManagementHousing NavigatorAdvocacyReferral & linkage to additional service groupsMealsTransportation to/from medical appointments & pharmacy to obtain medicationsRN supportMedical oversight: MD/RNPatient health educationMedication reconciliationBehavioral health & substance use disorderInterpreter services OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: YHDP (Youth Housing): The Youth Housing Demonstration Program (YHDP) is dedicated to successfully reintegrating the youth back into the community. The goal is to focus on trauma-informed services & support that build safety, and interpersonal/independent living skills that will help our youth obtain & remain in permanent housing. YHDP will provide access to appropriate health services to improve the quality of life, and also connect participants with educational opportunities to increase their employment & income.SERVICES: Community Homeless Solutions Youth Housing Demonstration Program will provide up to 24 months of transitional housing & up to 12 months of follow-up services after the participant leaves transitional housing. Services are offered throughout Monterey County.Services Include:Case Management Housing Navigator Crisis Intervention AdvocacyReferral & linkage to additional service groups Educational & therapeutic groupsFinancial Education Transportation ChildcareDischarge planning & follow upVocational & educational assistance OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Wellness Center & Other Programs: Wellness programs in Community Homeless Solutions aim to improve the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents, often through comprehensive support services. These programs may include mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, job training, and educational initiatives.”