Evaluating the HomeStart Eviction Prevention Program
Can an eviction prevention program improve families’ housing stability while reducing costs for landlords? The HomeStart program in Massachusetts aims to eliminate family homelessness due to eviction for non-payment. Learn more about Abt’s ongoing assessment and methodologies for evaluation.
Assessing HUD’s IWISH Model for Aging in Place
HUD’s Integrated Wellness in Supportive Housing (IWISH) model helps elderly adults in HUD-assisted multifamily housing age in place, resulting in reduced use of emergency medical services and greater housing stability. Learn about Abt’s approach to assessing the 40 IWISH sites.
Combining Evaluation & Technical Assistance to Address Homelessness
Over the past decade, Abt has supported communities across California by providing evaluations, research, and technical assistance in the areas of housing and homelessness. Dive into this Insights page to learn about our expertise and how to contact our experts.
Technical Assistance in the Time of COVID
Abt has been supporting HUD’s work with homeless assistance providers to reduce and end homelessness for more than 10 years. When the COVID pandemic began, part of the team’s work shifted to implementing a virtual COVID responseto ensure the safety and wellness of people experiencing homelessness during the pandemic. Abt’s Natalie Matthews provides insight.
Housing the Unsheltered: Lessons for the Current Pandemic
Abt experts participated in Homelessness Policy Research Institute’sHousing the Unsheltered: Lessons for the Current Pandemic virtual symposium in May. Lauren Dunton shared results from an upcoming HHS- and HUD-funded report on homeless encampments. Jill Khadduri, Ph.D. joined other experts to discuss housing people who are unsheltered during COVID-19. Click to watch the full webinar and check out more of Abt’s resources.
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