California Policy Lab (2024) Report (multilateral / development partner)

The Homelessness Prevention Unit: A Proactive Approach to Preventing Homelessness in Los Angeles County

California Policy Lab, UCLA

Ref: SRC-008-USA-001

https://capolicylab.org/the-homelessness-prevention-unit-a-proactive-approach-to-preventing-homelessness-in-los-angeles-county/

Accessed: 3/27/2026

Summary

Accessible CPL project page for the HPU report. Documents the predictive model design, partnership with LA County DHS and CIO, 71% reduction in shelter entry, 86% housing retention, 1,498 people served, fairness evaluation finding no systematic exclusion, and RCT expected 2027. Serves as a stable companion page to the report PDF.

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California Policy Lab (2024) 'The Homelessness Prevention Unit: A Proactive Approach to Preventing Homelessness in Los Angeles County', capolicylab.org. Available at: https://capolicylab.org/the-homelessness-prevention-unit-a-proactive-approach-to-preventing-homelessness-in-los-angeles-county/ (Accessed: 27 March 2026).

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USA-001 USA Pilot / Controlled Trial Phase

Los Angeles County Homelessness Prevention Unit (HPU) Predictive Analytics

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