About Project HALT
Ending homelessness requires efforts to prevent individuals from ever entering homelessness (i.e., prevention or diversion). Homeless diversion programs have become increasingly popular but with limited data on the efficacy of these efforts. PROJECT HALT is a clinical trial (NCT05823220) to investigate the science of homelessness diversion including when and for whom it works best and how we can continue to strengthen diversion efforts (e.g., tailoring it to sexual and gender minoritized communities). Our research team is reaching out to select individuals as they exit emergency departments to screen their housing status. Individuals at risk of losing housing will be randomized to receive homeless diversion or standard care. Both groups will be followed over six months and health and housing outcomes will be assessed.