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These agencies work together to provide comprehensive support and solutions to end homelessness. If you need more detailed information about any of these organizations, feel free to ask!

Here are some key agencies in Indianapolis and at the federal level that work to end homelessness:

Indianapolis Agencies

1. Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP): Coordinates the community’s response to homelessness using strategic planning, data-driven solutions, and best practices1.

2. Indianapolis Housing Agency (IHA): Provides affordable housing options and support services to low-income residents2.

3. Office of Public Health and Safety: Coordinates efforts to address homelessness and collaborates with other public agencies2.

4. Horizon House: Offers comprehensive services to help individuals experiencing homelessness move towards self-sufficiency3.

5. Damien Center: Provides housing assistance and support services, particularly for individuals living with HIV/AIDS3.

6. Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center: Offers mental health services and support to individuals experiencing homelessness3.

Federal Agencies

1. United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH): The only federal agency solely focused on preventing and ending homelessness, coordinating efforts across 19 federal agencies4.

2. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Provides funding and support for housing programs aimed at reducing homelessness5.

3. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): Includes various programs addressing homelessness through agencies like the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)6.

4. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): Offers housing assistance and support services to veterans experiencing homelessness5.

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