LACoC HMIS is a web-based system that is restricted to authorized service providers and their agency users who log on from their desktop computers through a secure web browser. Client data is stored on a remote server for additional security. The comprehensive case management system allows the agency users and LAHSA to utilize the collected information to make informed program decisions. Additionally, the LACoC HMIS includes a focus on Outcomes Management, which allows user to set and measure, client and program milestones and target achievements.

The LACoC HMIS software includes:

• Client demographic data collection
• Comprehensive client case management
• Employment, Education and Housing history tracking
• Savings tracking
• Bed maintenance, tracking and assignment module
• Customized assessment capability
• Customized reporting capability
• Real-time data collection and reporting
• Group activities management
• Group case notes management
• Information and Referral capabilities
• Advanced security features
• Outcome Management

The LACoC HMIS is not connected to any federal or national data collection facility and data is not passed electronically to any national database for homeless or low-income individuals.