SAMM 101
What does SAMMinistries do?
It helps people who are homeless by providing shelter and support services.
What does PSH stand for?
Permanent Supportive Housing
What does the Housing First model do?
It gives people a home first, then helps them with other needs like jobs or therapy.
What is the main role of a case manager in a housing program?
They help clients find and keep housing by providing support and services.
How many people were homeless in the U.S. in 2020?
About 580,000
When was SAMMinistries started?
1983
What is due every Friday to your manager?
Weekly Report
What is a key feature of the Housing First model?
It does not require people to be sober or employed before getting housing.
What does a case manager do first when working with a new client?
They assess the client's needs and situation.
What is the main reason families become homeless?
The lack of affordable housing.
What is the main goal of SAMMinistries' Housing First program?
To give people a home first, no matter their situation.
What does DAP stand for and when is it used?
What is Data, Assessment, and Plan this is used during home visits.
Which city is known for starting the Housing First model?
New York City.
What skill is important for case managers when working with clients?
Active listening to understand the client’s needs.
Which group has seen an increase in homelessness recently?
What program does SAMMinistries have for families in need of temporary housing?
Transitional Living & Learning Center
This concept, covered in bootcamp, helps staff avoid burnout and maintain professional wellbeing
What is self-care
In Trauma-Informed Care, what does it mean to empower clients?
It means giving clients control over decisions that affect them.
How can trauma affect people?
It can impact their emotional, mental, and physical health.
What percentage of the homeless population is considered chronically homeless?
About 20-25%
SAMMinistries has 7 core values, name 3 core values
What is people, community, hope, excellence, integrity, stewardship, service.
This ethical principal, emphasized in Bootcamp, ensures that client information is kept private and secure
What is confidentiality
What is one important part of Trauma-Informed Care?
Creating a safe and supportive environment for clients.
Active listening includes paraphrasing, reflection emotions and asking these type of questions
What are open ended questions?
How many people does SAMMinistries serve yearly?
3173