Collaboration: It Doesn t Happen Overnight, But You Can Start Tomorrow!

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1 Collaboration: It Doesn t Happen Overnight, But You Can Start Tomorrow! Kelly Cutchin, Simonson Management Services Amy Murphy, Murphy Consulting San Diego, CA: December 11, 2012

2 What do these animals have in common? Koala Phascolarctos cinereus Giant Panda Ailuropoda melanoleuca

3 Be more like a lion. African lion Panthera leo

4 Goals Enable the comprehensive, strategic coordination of resources for energy, health, and safety in low-income homes. Ensure energy efficient and healthy indoor environments by facilitating the establishment of strong, effective partnerships between Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and providers of Healthy Homes services.

5 Healthy Housing Opportunities During Weatherization Work Key Findings Deferral rates average 10-15% nationwide with some cities having rates exceeding 50%. Challenges exist to accessing other sources of federal funding for structural repairs. DOE allows some flexibility in setting funding allowances for health and safety.

6 Characteristics of Successful Healthy Homes Programs Planning Community Involvement Clinic/Medical Connections Leadership Partnerships & Coalitions Policy Development Evaluation

7 Characteristics of Successful Partnerships Trust, openness and mutual concern Patience, flexibility and adaptability Respect for the mission of each partner agency Recognition of what each partner does well Respect for each partner s need for autonomy Willingness to share resource for the benefit of all

8 Mainstreaming Strategies Potential Partnerships Fire Departments Code Enforcement Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs Public Health Programs & Services Housing Rehabilitation Programs Public Housing Sustainable & Green Housing Initiatives Academic Partnerships Pro Bono Legal Work Health Plan/HMO Reimbursement Donations of Supplies

9 Case Study: The Opportunity Council Bellingham Washington Utilize infrastructure & technical expertise of Wx Public-private sector partnerships Focus on indoor environmental conditions & children with asthma (home and childcare) Family education, behavior change (action plan) & supplies 25% of DOE funds for health and safety or $1,625 per home Funding sources include HUD HH Grant, LIHEAP, CDBG, state energy & home repair funds & private donations (+$2,000 per home) Partner services provided by Head Start, King County Health Department, and asthma clinics

10 Case Study: The Opportunity Council Bellingham Washington Healthy Homes Implementation Strategy Process to ensure that families most in need are prioritized Centralized intake & efficient referral system Common understanding across participating programs Evaluation plan

11 Case Study: Baltimore Housing and Community Development Challenge: 50% of applications rejected due to structural defects Developed Whole House Assessment Triage Team Coordinated housing rehabilitation includes: City bond to fund roof repair Fund for seniors to fix roofs and plumbing State energy administration funds for furnace repair Partnership with Rebuilding Together to fix steps, railings and grab bars Currently a Green and Healthy Homes Initiative project

12 Case Study: Weatherization & Home Rehab Southern New Hampshire Services WAP averages $500 per home for health and safety with a $650 cap Leveraged funds: Utilities: 40% of the average $6,500 per home LIHEAP: Heating system repairs and replacement HUD HOME Rehabilitation: $30-$40,000 per home (12 homes per year) HUD LHC : Up to $13,500 per home Community housing repair funds One Touch Health & Energy Efficiency Program

13 Green & Healthy Homes Initiative Replace service system silos with collaboration Break the link between health and housing Build on current activities Transform stand-alone program with a comprehensive strategy for healthy homes Streamline the process Reduce inefficiencies & duplication Reduce number of contractors Address barriers to intergovernmental coordination Create a sustainable coordinated program

14 Align Shared eligibility criteria & determination Common referrals Data sharing agreements Integrated & comprehensive assessment Braid Identify existing resources Leverage new funds & partnerships Identify areas of flexibility Coordinate Funding Interventions Partners Green & Healthy Homes Initiative The ABC s

15 GHHI Braiding the Funding - Buffalo Source Amount Measures Covered Affordable Housing Corporation NY Homes & Community Renewal $21,600 Roof, siding, windows, insulation (60%) $9,400 Roof, siding, windows, insulation (40%) CFGB/Energy Efficiency $4,750 Heater Replacement NYSERDA $250 Energy Audit Total $35,000

16 GHHI Flow Chart

17 GHHI Lessons Learned - Buffalo Learn from other communities Invest in relationships Seek expert advice Address every obstacle Focus on outcomes and families Every obstacles is an opportunity

18 Sample Timeline: New Mexico Finance Authority Dec. 11 For next 6 months, Oct. 11 Sign conducted bicontracts with weekly calls Feb. 12 June 11 Cold key with key PUBLIC call to apply August 11 stakeholders stakeholders. MEETING July 11 Sept. Nov. 11 Jan. 12 March 12 Assess Verified HA/Lung risk/housing statewide data Assoc. opportunities; distribution into Partnership ID key communities Smoke-free stakeholders; housing submit grant app. Dec 12 Referral network established, assessors April 12 PUBLIC June 12 PUBLIC Aug. 12 PUBLIC trained, Begin MEETING MEETING MEETING Oct. Pilot. May July 12 Strategic Sept. 12 Nov 12 Plan Implementation Plan

19 One-Touch: Creating Healthy and Energy Efficient Housing 1. Conduct Inventory Community Engagement 2. Develop Common Tools Service Integration 3. Conduct Pilots Implementation Implementation in Four Phases 4. Expand, Enhance & Sustain Continuous Improvement

20 Phase 1 - Inventory Local Programs & Potential Partners 1. Identify Local Programs 2. Assess Partner Interest 3. Convene Kick Off Meeting

21 Phase 2 - Develop Common Assessment and Referral Tools 1. Develop Healthy Homes & Energy Checkup Tool 2. Develop Referral Strategy and Options 3. Address Confidentiality 4. Establish Partner Agreement

22 Phase 3 - Pilot Test & Refine Tools 1. Test Tool & Referral System 2. Evaluate, Learn and Refine 3. Track Services & Document Outcomes

23 Phase 4 - Expand, Enhance and Sustain 1. Expand Partnerships 2. Seek Funding for Innovations 3. Strengthen Policy

24 Working session Brainstorm issues you encounter in homes. Brainstorm potential resources/partners. Imagine what successful collaboration will look like. List obstacles to collaboration. Consider strategies to overcome those obstacles. Commit to 3 activities in the next 3 months.

25 Summary Diversifying funding sources increases survivability and range of services you can provide. Collaboration requires trust, patience, respect, recognition, and willingness to share resources. A sense of humor doesn t hurt. Building partnerships takes time. Set incremental milestones to chart progress towards end goal.

26 Now go get em!