Episode 0 - Homeward Indy Introductions: Exploring CHIP and the Indianapolis Continuum of Care with Elliot Zans and Steve Barnhart

In the first episode of Homeward Indy, Host Steve Barnhart interviews Elliot Zans, the HMIS Technical Assistance Coordinator for CHIP and co-producer of the podcast. They share their backgrounds and how Steve's passion for helping those experiencing homelessness led him to CHIP, Elliot, and the creation of Homeward Indy. Elliot provides an overview of the Continuum of Care and explains how CHIP serves as the Backbone Entity, HMIS Lead, and Coordinated Entry System (CES) Lead. They discuss the important role that CHIP plays in partnering with media, policy initiatives, and various agencies to meet the needs of the community. Elliot also shares their previous experience in housing navigation and case management, which informs their work at CHIP. Steve and Elliot give a preview of the podcast's future, which will feature the stories and experiences of those working to end homelessness in Indianapolis. Join us for this informative episode to discover more about our hosts, learn how CHIP plays a critical role in the Indianapolis Continuum of Care, and get a sneak peek of what's in store for future episodes.