Homeless Services District of Columbia government agencies provide a system of services that meet the needs of all city residents, including the homeless. Through interagency collaboration, services are available to help homeless residents become self-sufficient. Services include: Shelter Supportive Housing Prevention Health Mental Health Day Care Support Substance abuse services HIV/AIDS services Employment Aging Child Welfare Education Recreation Links for Additional Homeless Information DC Housing Network US Department of Housing and Urban Development Circle of Friends for American Veterans National Association to End Homelessness National Resource Center for Homelessness and Mental Illness