District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 4-771.01. Homeless Prevention Program.

(1) Use an evidence-based assessment and evaluation method to target and identify families most at risk of becoming homeless;

(2) Connect individuals and families at risk of becoming homeless with housing and financial assistance programs that provide short- and long-term assistance to allow households to remain in their current housing situation, if appropriate;

(3) Have multiple locations in communities identified as being at-risk of homelessness;

(4) Conduct educational campaigns and outreach to inform District residents about the services available to prevent homelessness;

(5) Conduct family or tenant-landlord mediation to assist families in remaining in their current housing situation or provide referrals to other organizations that can provide this assistance, if appropriate;

(6) Provide classes in skills critical to maintaining housing, including household budgeting, financial management, and financial literacy, or provide referrals to other organizations that can provide this assistance;

(7) Provide job training and placement referrals to employment services or provide referrals to other organizations that can provide this assistance, including connecting families with resources available at District agencies;

(8) Assist families in applying for public benefits, including child care, SNAP, tax credits, and Medicaid or provide referrals to other organizations that can provide this assistance; and

(9) Provide other counseling, case management, or services, including mental or behavioral health services or referrals to mental or behavioral health programs, to assist families in preventing homelessness.