In observance of “Second Chance Month”, the DHS READY Center team is hosting a FAMM Foundation production screening of the documentary “District of Second Chances”. Learn more
The DHS ERAP application portal is open and accepting applications. The portal will remain open until 8,500 applications are received. Learn more
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There is a Temporary Local Benefit to households receiving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for the period January 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. Learn more
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The Homeless Services Reform Act (HSRA) was drafted over a decade ago and focused largely on ensuring access to shelter for persons experiencing homelessness during hypothermic weather to prevent cold weather injury and death. Since that time, there have been significant changes to federal policy (via the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing, or HEARTH, Act of 20091) as well as the District’s local landscape.
