Enrolling homeless people in HUD programs and other public benefits is a major hurdle in ending homelessness – and even more so if those being enrolled are immigrants. This workshop will focus on the eligibility requirements and disqualifications for several federal programs. Speakers will also touch on the difference between federal and local limitations on access to public housing.

1. Assisting Immigrants with HUD Programs and Other Public Benefits : Citizenship Eligibility Requirements in HUD’s Homelessness Programs National Conference on Ending Homelessness July 13, 2010

7. Applying the Law: General Considerations NO NO Is the program a “ federal public benefit ” ? YES Does the program meet all three exceptions? Exempt from verification requirements NO Exempt from verification requirements YES Is the program administered by a nonprofit? YES Exempt from verification requirements Subject to verification requirements