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Unaccompanied Youth Eligibility Flowchart

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Flowchart showing how to determine eligibility for unaccompanied homeless youth under the McKinney-Vento Act, with examples of qualifying, non-qualifying, and unclear living situations based on whether housing is fixed, regular, and adequate.

Unaccompanied Youth Eligibility Flowchart

This flowchart helps you determine whether a student living apart from a parent or court-appointed guardian is an unaccompanied homeless youth under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (section 725(6)). It guides you through common scenarios, providing examples of situations where a student IS or IS NOT an unaccompanied homeless youth, as well as situations that need more information before making a determination. All eligibility determinations should be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Date Published: January 2026

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Eligibility Flowchart

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Flowchart titled "McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations Flowchart" it shows how to determine whether a child or youth is experiencing homelessness based on housing type and nighttime residence, focusing on whether housing is fixed, regular, and adequate. Examples include doubled-up housing, hotels or motels, shelters, substandard housing, and places not meant for human habitation, with places to take notes for documentation.

Eligibility Flowchart

This flowchart helps you determine and document McKinney-Vento eligibility. Page 1 is a decision-making tool to help you determine whether a student is experiencing homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (section 721 et seq). It guides you through key eligibility factors, including nighttime residence, doubled-up situations, hotels/motels/trailer parks/campgrounds, and housing type. Page 2 provides a documentation template where you can record the specific details and rationale for your eligibility determination. Use this page to document the housing situation and factors that support your decision. All eligibility determinations should be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Date Published: January 2026

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