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The CoC is a collaboration that aims to end homelessness in the Shenandoah Valley. There are more than 30 agencies that participate in the CoC activities.

The Western Virginia Continuum of Care (CoC) is a collaboration of stakeholders that work to prevent and end homelessness in the Shenandoah Valley. The CoC covers the counties of Clarke, Frederick, Page, Rockingham, Shenandoah, and Warren, the towns within those counties, and the cities of Winchester and Harrisonburg. Partners include hospitals, public schools, non-profit service providers, a publ

ic housing authority, multiple Departments of Social Services, local law enforcement, regional government, and formerly homeless individuals. We welcome new persons and agencies who are interested in ending homelessness. Attendance at any of our meetings is welcome. A calendar of events is available on the CoC website. If you are seeking housing assistance, please call Centralized Housing Intake at (540) 271-1701 to determine if funds are available and to see if you may qualify for help. Funding for these programs may change due to funding cycles and community use.

09/06/2026

The Summer Point-in-Time Canvas is about more than collecting data. It's about connecting with people.

Jenni Holsinger, a local sociology professor and longtime PIT Count volunteer, remembers meeting a woman living in her car during this year's winter count.

"One of them was so grateful just to have someone approach her. She's been there in that spot for years, and no one, she said, ever comes over to talk to her." — Jenni

For Jenni, the experience is a reminder that every statistic represents a real person with a story worth hearing.

"The numbers are valuable," she says, "but they're numbers that represent real lives."

This July, you can help ensure those lives are seen and counted.

✅ No experience required
✅ Training provided
✅ Volunteers work in teams
✅ Make a meaningful impact in our community

Join us for the Summer Point-in-Time Canvas and help bring visibility to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. 📅 Sign up at the link in the comments.

05/06/2026

Good housing policy starts with good conversations.

We appreciated the opportunity to participate in today’s Shenandoah County Housing Solutions Summit alongside local leaders, housing professionals, and community partners focused on the future of housing in the region.

Special thanks to our member organization and sponsor, the Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter, for helping make this important discussion possible.

29/05/2026

Housing is health, and addressing housing challenges requires collaboration.

Today, many of our members joined local government leaders, housing professionals, healthcare partners, nonprofit organizations, advocates, researchers, and community stakeholders at the Housing Coalition of the Northern Shenandoah Valley’s 8th Annual Housing Summit to explore the connections between housing, public health, land use, and housing policy.

We’re grateful to be part of the vital conversation focused on expanding housing opportunities and strengthening communities across the Shenandoah Valley.

The conversation continues next Friday, June 5, at the Shenandoah County Housing Solutions Summit. We look forward to joining partners from across the region as we work together to advance practical housing solutions for our communities. Details in the comments.

11/05/2026

It's Today we are showcasing First Step, one of our Harrisonburg based CoC members. First step empowers survivors to break the cycle of violence and abuse in their lives by providing support services, counseling and resources to survivors of domestic violence. For more information about first step visit firststepva.com.

08/05/2026

Phoenix Project’s Survivor Art Showcase displayed art submissions from domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. The art submissions honored the stories of survivors through “What Were You Wearing” displays that elevated the voices of survivors and showcased resilience and healing. Phoenix Project is proud of their mission of working to end sexual and domestic violence.

06/05/2026

Individual effort is the first step in community-wide change. Whether you volunteer, donate, stay informed or advocate and support local services, you are helping to fight homelessness in our community. You are helping an entire community make a difference.

04/05/2026

It's Today we are showcasing the Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter, one of our Shenandoah County based CoC members. Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter provides temporary rental assistance through grant programs. For more information about the Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter visit www.allianceforshelter.com.

01/05/2026

A recent Sibert House resident moved from living in their car to a shelter, and now due to Salvation Army’s funds and assistance this resident has permanent housing. Support from the Salvation Army covered the first month's rent, a security deposit and necessary items needed for housekeeping. The resident extended gratitude for the rapid transition and the chance to rebuild their life in a safe home grateful for the impact of what coordinated shelter can do for people, turning crisis into opportunity.

29/04/2026

Homelessness is not limited to one story or struggle. Every situation is different and every person deserves compassion, not assumptions. Western Virginia Continuum of Care has an array of resources to help strengthen the community.

27/04/2026

It's , today we are highlighting Harrisonburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority (HRHA). HRHA provides housing, supportive services, case management and other basic needs for those who are veterans, low income, elderly and/or disabled. Their newest development, Commerce Village II, opened in December 2025 and offers 16 one- bedroom units of supportive housing for those with physical disabilities or mental illness. HRHA continues to invest in residents’ well-being and expanding pathways to housing security across the region.

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