Participates in Coordinated Entry, which is a homeless crisis response system. Participating agencies offer assistance to people experiencing homelessness or fleeing domestic violence. After screening/intake, a qualified individual will be able to speak with a housing specialist in Pierce County. The housing specialist can then enroll the household into a housing program through Coordinated Entry in Pierce County. Coordinated Entry in Pierce County offers different housing programs like Diversion, Priority Pool, and the Veterans Master List. If enrolled in a housing program people may be referred for income-based rent or move-in assistance. A referral depends on housing availability and the individual or family's needs. To enroll in Coordinated Entry in Pierce County, an individual can first call South Sound 2-1-1 or visit one of the drop-in locations for information and screening. If eligible, the individual must then talk with a housing specialist to discuss housing options before enrollment. The conversation with the housing specialist will usually last about an hour. Enrollment in a housing program through Coordinated Entry offers the same program benefits whether through a housing specialist at Associated Ministries, Catholic Community Services or 2-1-1, or another participating agency.