ae6a755e_Region_of_Durham__Service_Area
[Gaps] While there is considerable co-ordination and networking, linkages between agencies delivering similar services and linkages across the spectrum of services need strengthening. Agencies frequently report lack of administrative capacity as an impediment to improved co-ordination and collaboration. Opportunities that support organizational capacity building are required. This can include the following activities: Develop a directory of available homelessness services and resources, including service use and a demographic profile of Durham Region. Evaluate existing programs to ensure service duplication is eliminated. Implement HIFIS to capture service data at drop-in centres, hostels and other agencies where applicable. Create partnership and mentoring opportunities for non-profit administration, including board governance, payroll and accounting systems, auditing support, etc. Develop more efficient reporting tools for financial and service reporting for homelessness funds. Inventory training resources available within the region, and create opportunities for agencies to lend/share training resources among local organizations. [Service Area] 
Interagency co-ordination and collaboration and capacity building
Region of Durham
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