East Bay Coalition for the Homeless - Roger Williams University
East Bay Coalition for the Homeless - Roger Williams University
East Bay Coalition for the Homeless - Roger Williams University
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B. Positioning <strong>the</strong> EBCH<br />
Since questions about an organization’s strengths and weaknesses often tend to elicit internally-focused responses, <strong>the</strong><br />
survey included two o<strong>the</strong>r questions to help understand how <strong>the</strong> EBCH is positioned relative to o<strong>the</strong>r organizations<br />
that address homelessness.<br />
What makes <strong>the</strong> EBCH different from o<strong>the</strong>r organizations that help <strong>the</strong> homeless<br />
EBCH & EBCAP Board Responses: Responses from <strong>the</strong> EBCH board are more specific and varied than those from <strong>the</strong><br />
EBCAP board. EBCH board members view <strong>the</strong> case management function that helps families become independent<br />
as <strong>the</strong> primary point of distinction. Sub-elements of that function (not simply being a shelter and requiring that clients<br />
be employed) also are identified. The most frequent response from EBCAP board members that “I don’t know”<br />
or “I am not sure” reflects <strong>the</strong> lack of knowledge about just what <strong>the</strong> EBCH does, fur<strong>the</strong>r underscoring <strong>the</strong> awareness/<br />
branding issue.<br />
EBCH Points of Dis.nc.on <br />
Helps Families Become Independent<br />
(Hand Up Not a Hand Out)<br />
EBCH Board<br />
Responses<br />
Not a Shelter 3<br />
Clients Must Be Employed 2<br />
Supportive of Local Needs 1<br />
Small Organization 1<br />
EBCAP Board<br />
Responses<br />
3 1<br />
Don’t Know/Unsure 3<br />
Are No Similar Organizations 1<br />
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