What is Coordinated Entry in Las Vegas?

Coordinated Entry is a centralized system in Southern Nevada that helps homeless individuals and families access housing and support services quickly through a single point of entry.

How can homeless individuals in Las Vegas apply for help?

Individuals can visit a Coordinated Entry Access Point or contact Clark County Social Service at 702-455-4270 to complete an assessment and be referred to appropriate housing programs.

What programs are available through Coordinated Entry?

Programs include the LINK program for chronically homeless individuals, STAR Rapid Rehousing for non-chronically homeless residents, and STAR Permanent Supportive Housing for households with disabilities.

Where can people find more resources for homelessness in Nevada?

Residents can visit Nevada211.org or call 2-1-1 to connect with statewide shelter and housing services.

Coordinated Entry Connects Homeless Las Vegas Residents to Housing and Support

Las Vegas, NV — Clark County is expanding efforts to support homeless Las Vegas residents through its Coordinated Entry system — a centralized network designed to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness quickly connect with available housing and social services.

The Coordinated Entry system represents a unified approach to tackling homelessness in Southern Nevada, offering a single point of access where clients are evaluated and referred to the most appropriate programs. By simplifying the process, the system ensures that limited resources are distributed equitably, prioritizing those with the greatest need.

A Centralized Approach to Homeless Services

For years, homeless individuals in Las Vegas often faced barriers when navigating multiple agencies to find assistance. Now, the Coordinated Entry process acts as a “hub,” allowing clients to undergo one comprehensive assessment before being referred to housing and support programs that fit their situation.

Participants can visit one of several Coordinated Entry Access Points across Southern Nevada — each tailored to serve specific populations, including veterans, youth, families, and single adults. The goal is to streamline entry into the system and eliminate delays in connecting people to housing.

👉 Click here to view the full list of access points, including assessment sites for families, youth, and veterans.

Clark County Social Service: The Hub for Single Adults

The Clark County Social Service (CCSS) department functions as the main intake hub for single adults without children. Individuals can complete an assessment to determine eligibility for available programs offered through CCSS, the Continuum of Care, and other community partners.

To start the process, residents can call 702-455-4270 or visit any CCSS office in person.

Once assessed, applicants are placed on the Community Queue, where case managers identify the most suitable housing solutions based on their needs and vulnerability level.

LINK Program: Pathway to Permanent Housing

The LINK program, operated in partnership with HELP of Southern Nevada, provides emergency bridge housing and case management for individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled.

The program focuses on helping clients transition into permanent supportive housing within 90 days of enrollment. While receiving short-term shelter, participants work with case managers to obtain identification, medical documents, and other essentials required for housing placement.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must meet HUD’s definition of chronic homelessness
Have a qualifying disability
Be willing to engage in the rehousing process

Individuals seeking LINK services must first be assessed at a Coordinated Entry site before being referred to the Community Queue.

STAR Rapid Rehousing and Permanent Supportive Housing

The STAR (Stability, Tenancy, Access, Restore) programs expand Clark County’s homeless services through two targeted approaches:

STAR Rapid Rehousing helps non-chronically homeless residents transition into stable housing. This initiative is especially focused on people frequently visiting hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or jails, providing housing and wraparound support to address the causes of homelessness.
STAR Permanent Supportive Housing provides long-term rental assistance and case management for households with at least one disabled member, ensuring long-term stability and independence.

Project Homeless Connect: Annual Outreach and Support

Each November, the Nevada Homeless Alliance hosts Project Homeless Connect, a one-day event that brings together over 100 service providers. Participants can access vital services such as medical care, housing assistance, job readiness training, legal support, and behavioral health resources — all designed to remove barriers to self-sufficiency.

The event continues to be one of the largest coordinated outreach efforts in Clark County, emphasizing collaboration between government agencies and nonprofits to fight homelessness.

For more information on statewide housing resources, visit Nevada 211 or call 2-1-1 to connect directly to shelter and housing services.

Helping Homeless Las Vegas Residents Find Stability

With the Coordinated Entry system, Clark County Social Service and its partners are creating a unified safety net for homeless individuals in Las Vegas. By connecting people quickly to appropriate programs and permanent housing, the region is making measurable progress toward reducing homelessness and improving access to critical resources.

If you or someone you know is homeless, contact Clark County Social Service at 702-455-4270 or visit a local Coordinated Entry Access Point to begin the process of finding stable housing.