This platform connects individuals in need with resource providers, expanding beyond housing to include various services. It decentralizes the process by linking applicants, intake specialists, case managers, and resource providers in real-time.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals facing housing instability often struggle to find and access available resources due to fragmented systems and a lack of real-time information. Existing processes for connecting people with housing, employment, food, and other support services are often inefficient and create delays in accessing critical assistance. This can lead to prolonged periods of crisis and increased demand for public housing.
Solution
DMIS provides a cloud-based platform designed to connect individuals experiencing housing instability with a network of resource providers in real-time. The platform decentralizes the resource allocation process by linking applicants, intake specialists, case managers, and resource providers, streamlining communication and improving access to services. By providing a centralized hub for available resources, DMIS aims to stabilize individuals quickly, prevent housing loss, and reduce the demand for public housing. The system complements existing HMIS systems, offering a next-generation solution for addressing homelessness and housing crises.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals experiencing or at risk of housing instability, as well as the network of social workers, case managers, and resource providers who support them.
Features
- Real-time resource allocation connecting individuals to available services.
- Cloud-based platform accessible to applicants, intake specialists, case managers, and resource providers.
- Comprehensive search functionality for employment, food, health, housing, supplies, support services, and transportation.
- Integration with mapping services to display resource locations.
- Filters and lists to refine resource searches.
- Direct connection to resources via the platform.