Cost Studies/Evaluation
CHIP provides a critical role in Indianapolis by conducting local evaluations and studies that supplement national data, in order to help gain support from local public and private leaders, donors, and the general community.
Public Services Utilization Cost Study
This study, released in 2007 and updated in 2009, documents the significant cost of public health care and criminal justice-related expenditures for homeless individuals in Indianapolis who are “frequent users” of public services – an estimated $3.7 – 11.1 million annually.
ACES Cost Analysis
This study, released in 2006, analyzes and documents the effectiveness of the ACES program at reducing public health care costs by 75%, with an estimated $1 million annual savings for 121 people.
Comprehensive Homeless Counts
Since 1999, CHIP has conducted seven comprehensive homeless counts that provide a point-in-time snapshot of people experiencing homelessness. The count reports substantiate ongoing local needs for housing, services, and funding.
Evaluation
CHIP conducts evaluation of newly implemented and existing program models, in order to measure their outcomes and to advance support for replication of successful programs that support Blueprint initiatives. Current evaluation efforts include the Transition in Place housing model for homeless families, the Sustainable Support Services Model, and Trusted Mentors' adult mentoring program.
