HUD Program Manuals
HUD’s HMIS Manuals provide standardized guidance on setup and data collection specific to each program; each manual outlines program-specific data collection requirements, project setup instructions, and workflow expectations to ensure compliance with HUD’s data standards. They serve to help Continuums of Care (CoCs) and service providers maintain data quality, support effective service delivery, and fulfill federal reporting obligations. Program manuals are essential tools for consistent and compliant program administration across HUD-funded initiatives.
CoC Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CoC-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf
ESG Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/ESG-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf
HOPWA Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/HOPWA-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf
HUD-VASH Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/HUD-VASH-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf
PATH Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/PATH-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf
RHY Program Manual: See attachment (FY 2026 version - coming soon)
VA Programs Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/VA-Programs-HMIS-Manual.pdf
YHDP Program Manual: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/YHDP-Program-HMIS-Manual.pdf