Brown County Health & Education Impact Study
Examining the impact of housing services on health and education outcomes in Brown County
In 2023, a grant from Brown County Public Health supported the integration of Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data into the Community Information System (CIS), in partnership with Achieve Brown County and United Way.
This collaboration enabled local providers, healthcare systems, and educational institutions to better understand how housing services influence community-wide health and education outcomes.
Key Findings
Health and Education Outcomes
- Emergency room utilization decreased by 55% among youth in emergency shelter.
- Emergency room utilization decreased by 76% among youth in stable housing.
- Youth receiving outreach services achieved a 100% return to school.
- Overall school attendance rates increased by nearly 30%.
Greater Green Bay Blueprint to Prevent and End Homelessness
The Greater Green Bay Blueprint and Community Housing Initiative serve as a collaborative, community-wide strategy to address housing instability and homelessness in Brown County. It aligns partners across sectors to implement data-driven solutions and improve long-term outcomes for individuals and families.
Coordinated Entry
Coordinated Entry is a centralized process that connects individuals and families experiencing homelessness to appropriate housing resources, including Rapid Rehousing and Permanent Supportive Housing. This system ensures equitable access and prioritization based on need.
