Preventing and Ending Homelessness in Delaware

HPC Staff Updates

Board of Directors announces resignation of Executive Director:

It is with a mix of excitement and sadness that we announce the resignation of our Executive Director, Susan T. Starrett. Since 2007, Susan has skillfully led the organization bringing energy, accomplishments, growth and guidance. The Board of Directors and staff of the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware will be very sad to see her go, but we look forward to the next chapter in our history, as the Board of Directors conducts a search for a new leader. We wish Susan the best of luck in all her future endeavors, which we are certain will be successful.

From Susan Starrett, Executive Director of the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware:

After nearly seven years as Executive Director of the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware, I have asked our Board of Directors to consider my resignation effective June 25, 2014 so that I may pursue another exciting career opportunity. Beginning in July, I am moving into the world of HUD Technical Assistance work with CSH. I will still be involved in homeless assistance programs and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) work. I look forward to continuing to work with you all in this new role!

I am extremely proud of the Homeless Planning Council and the work we have accomplished over the last several years. Since 2007, we have grown our staff, championed key projects and systems change, began centralized intake and other key initiatives, and charted a course for Delaware's Homeless Prevention and Response System. Today, I can say I will be leaving a solid, growing organization that is recognized as a community partner and one of Delaware's greatest champions of a community where we can and will prevent and end homelessness.

I have enjoyed the work at the HPC because it's a dynamic organization with great people, creativity and vision. I extend my deepest gratitude to all of our board, partners, members, staff and volunteers. You have all taught me a great deal about civic duty, service and the meaning of community. Thank you.

From Dianne W. Casey, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware:

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Susan for her dedicated service to the organization and its mission. Although we are sad to see her go, we are excited for Susan as she initiates this next stage in her life and her career. Over the course of the next few months, the Board will conduct a search to hire a new executive director. During this search, our priority will be to find the best candidate while ensuring stability and continuity throughout the organization. Both Susan and the Board of Directors want to ensure a smooth transition that will not disrupt the great work that the Homeless Planning Council has been doing on a daily basis.

The Executive Committee has appointed Ted Garrison as acting executive director during the search and transition process. Ted has diligently served the Council as the Data Systems Administrator for the past year. He will continue to manage CMIS while also taking on increased management responsibilities.

Again, we thank Susan for her energy, vision, and leadership over the past seven years and wish her continued success in her next endeavor. We look forward to the next chapter at the Homeless Planning Council and continuing to strengthen Delaware's Homeless Prevention and Response System.

HPC Announces New Hires

Rachel Beatty has joined the team of the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware as the Director of Community Planning and Engagement. An announcement was sent out last week detailing the new work that Rachel will be doing and the skills, knowledge, and experience that she brings to the position. The HPC is very excited to have Rachel serve in this new role!

HPC is hiring for the Centralized Intake Program Director. The job description can be found here. Please send cover letter, resume, and at least 3 professional references to jobs@hpcdelaware.org by Tuesday, June 17th.

About Us

The Homeless Planning Council of Delaware is an independent statewide non-profit that works to strengthen the support system for people who are homeless. Through collaboration with stakeholders, data collection, and coordination of funding, the HPC of DE strives to create a shared vision to remedy homelessness in Delaware.

Homeless Planning Council of Delaware
100 West 10th Street, Suite 611
Wilmington, Delaware 19801
302-654-0126
http://www.hpcdelaware.org