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Getting Started

Learn the ShelterPact interface, navigation, dashboard, and core workflows.

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ShelterPact Full Site Walkthrough

A complete walkthrough of ShelterPact including operations, shelter, records, compliance, work management, administration, settings, and connected workflows.

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Navigate ShelterPact and Choose the Right Workspace

ShelterPact groups staff work into Operations, Shelter, Records, Compliance, Work Management, and Administration. Start with the workspace matching the action you need to perform, then open the linked record for its full context.

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Use the Dashboard to Review Daily Priorities

Dashboard summarizes field workload and current shelter work. Its attention cards are shortcuts into operational queues, not a replacement for reviewing the underlying records.

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Search Records and Read Status, Custody, and History

Finding the right existing record prevents duplicate identities and fragmented history. Search broadly first, then confirm identity using more than a name.

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Create and Complete an Operational Task

Tasks tracks work that has an assignee, priority, and completion state. Link a task to the record it concerns so staff can find the supporting information.

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Schedule Diary Entries and Review the Calendar

Diary records appointments, dated operational notes, and follow-ups. Operational Calendar displays diary items alongside tasks and staff shifts.

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Review Staff Coverage and Record-Linked Conversations

Staff Rota organizes shifts and availability. Messages keeps operational conversations attached to staff and records so a discussion can be found later.

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