Data Elements: V4 Percent of AMI (SSVF Eligibility)
Data Element
The provider records the household income as a percentage of Area Median Income (AMI). Select a category based on the SSVF Income Eligibility Calculation.
Options:
- 30% or less
- 31% to 50%
- 51% to 80%
- 81% or greater
Data Element Type
V4 Percent of AMI (SSVF Eligibility) is a U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Program Specific Data Element and collection is required for SSVF RRH (Rapid Re Housing) & HP (Homelessness Prevention) projects.
Collection Point
Project start. Please note that although ‘81% or greater’ is a VA Data Guide – FY 2024 response category defined in the HMIS Data Standards, households with income 81% or greater than the Area Median Income are ineligible for SSVF
Why It Matters
This is used to determine the eligibility for SSVF programs.
Data Quality
How to correct: Enter value, if known on Project Start Assessment.