Join the effort to end El Dorado County homelessness
The PIT Count is an essential element in our effort to end El Dorado County homelessness, as the data gathered from this census shows us so much more than how many people are homeless in El Dorado County – we also learn more about who is homeless and why. The PIT Count presents a great opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges our homeless citizens face, hear personal experiences from those experiencing homelessness, and demonstrate the compassion and generosity of our community!
The purpose of the Point-in-Time (PIT Count) is to obtain a snapshot census of people experiencing homelessness in El Dorado County.
PIT COUNT
THE COUNT INCLUDES PEOPLE WHO, ON THE NIGHT OF THE COUNT ARE:
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Sheltered (living in emergency shelters or transitional housing) or
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Unsheltered (staying outdoors or places not designed for habitation including vehicles, streets, parks and abandoned buildings)
WHAT TO EXPECT
Volunteers will conduct surveys of people experiencing homelessness either on paper or via an app on their mobile devices. Prior to the count, volunteers will select a preferred region and sign up as a group or individual participant.
Completion of an online PIT training is required for volunteers. The training includes information on how to engage vulnerable populations, basic information about the PIT Count and Homelessness in El Dorado County, and how to complete surveys via a mobile app. A Link to this training will be made available in the coming weeks to all registered volunteers.
Much more information, FAQs, training resources, etc., will be provided at the training sessions.
Thank you for your help in ensuring that every individual experiencing homelessness counts!