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Planning for Winter: Helpful Tools for Communities

Communities struggling to meet the demands of winter preparedness while also adhering to COVID-19 guidelines are encouraged to consult the following resources:

The Framework for an Equitable COVID-19 Response

Consult Action Area B - Shelter (pages 7-11) to identify resources and strategies for addressing capacity issues.
The Funding At-A-Glance Matrix provides guidance on how to use CARES Act resources.
The Resource section features an extensive library of materials to address needs related to COVID-19 and winter.

HUD's Winter Planning Resources

HUD's Winter Planning Resources page contains important guidance on how homeless service systems and providers can prepare for winter in the face of the pandemic.