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Representatives from the Shelter Task Force in collaboration with other community providers developed protocols for agencies to follow in the event that large community gatherings occur in close proximity to their site(s). These gatherings may place Staff and Clients at risk of exposure to COVID-19 as well as personal harm. If the agency becomes aware…

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A workgroup of shelter representatives has developed specific guidance and protocols to be included in the next version of the COVID-19 Shelter Guidance Manual. The Guidance for outside visitors is for persons who are not employees or guests. The Guidance for guests coming in and out of the shelters promote common practices related to guests…

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The Monroe County Shelter Task Force continues to meet to address concerns and issues related to COVID-19 and the homeless system. The attached document is a summary of activities through 6.12.2020. https://letsendhomelessness.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/31/Task-Force-Updates-for-Newsletter-6.12.20.pdf

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The Monroe County Shelter Task Force continues to meet to address concerns and issues related to COVID-19 and the homeless system. The attached document is a summary of activities through 6.5.2020. https://letsendhomelessness.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/31/Task-Force-Updates-for-Newsletter-6.5.20.docx

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This resource is a guide for both tenants and landlords to prevent eviction, identify rights and responsibilities, to ensure that correct processes are followed and identifies potential resources to assist with protecting housing. Basic principles: Everyone has Riights and Responsibilities Be resourcesful and take action today Be patient and give grace Click on link to…

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Article Content There is a positiion open, Senior Supervisory Social Worker, for the Homeless Programs at the VA in Canandaigua, NY. This position supervises case management and intervention support to the Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program in a team oriented, recovery based program. Must be able to develop appropriate professional relationships with the…

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Updates from the Monroe County Shelter Task Force for the week of 5.22.2020. See link below https://letsendhomelessness.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/31/Task-Force-Updates-for-Newsletter-5.22.20-1.pdf

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Article Content There have been reports of increasing incidents of unlawful evicitions, situations where landlords are putting tenant’s belongings on the curb, locking them out, etc. The link below will take you to some information on situations are covered and resources for who to contact. https://letsendhomelessness.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/31/Landlord-Lockout-Info.pdf

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