USVIAAH identified the fundamental components of its comprehensive Continuum of Care system to be:

•  Outreach, intake and assessment to (1) identify an individual's or family's service and housing needs, and (2) link them to appropriate housing and/or service resource.

•  Emergency shelter and safe, decent alternatives to the street.

•  Transitional housing with supportive services to help people develop the skills necessary for permanent housing.

•  Permanent housing and permanent supportive housing.

•  Addressing primary health needs of the homeless through partnership and collaboration.