The American Community Survey

Attachment N- ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(2022) ACS GQ Student Housing Introductory Letter

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(AT)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our Chicago Regional Office at 1–800-865–6384 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(CH)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Chicago Regional Office at 1–800–865–6384 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our Denver Regional Office at 1–888–209–7659.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(DN)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Denver Regional Office at 1–888-209–7659.
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800–992–3530 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(LA)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800–992–3530 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(NY)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Director of Student Housing
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
which is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal agencies use statistics provided by this
survey to determine the distribution of Title I funding and college tuition grant and loan programs.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, and 221). The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), along with Title 13, allows
the Census Bureau to collect student data for this survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9).
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call
our Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PH)(2022)(07-20-2020)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions

What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the student housing director?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of students living
or staying at the facility. According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the
Census Bureau is permitted to collect this information.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a student is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about students who cannot complete the
survey. As stated in FERPA, colleges and universities can lawfully disclose basic directory
information from student records to the Census Bureau without prior consent of the student,
parents, or guardians. Basic directory information includes name, date of birth, school address,
and dates of attendance.
Will student information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
ONLINE: Search the name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

Attachment N - ACS-18(L)(GQ)(2022) ACS GQ Facility Manager Introductory Letter

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(AT)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Chicago Regional Office at 1–800–865–6384 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(CH)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Chicago Regional Office at 1–800–865–6384 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Denver Regional Office at 1–888–209–7659.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(DN)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Denver Regional Office at 1–888–209–7659.
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800–992–3530 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(LA)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800–992–3530 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(NY)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey, which is conducted
by the U.S. Census Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments use the statistics provided by the
survey to determine funding levels for things like health care, education, and transportation projects.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PH)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

Attachment N - ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(2022) PRCS GQ Introductory Letter (English)

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: Facility Manager
Your facility has been selected to participate in the Puerto Rico Community Survey, which is
conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. The survey provides statistics that help leaders determine
funding levels for important projects and services that affect communities throughout Puerto Rico.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections
141, 193, 221, and 223). The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all
survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We are committed to protecting the
privacy of all survey participants.
In a few days, a Census Bureau interviewer will contact you or someone in your office to:
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the Puerto Rico Community Survey on the back of this letter, in
the enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosures

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as a facility manager?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.
How does the Puerto Rico Community Survey help communities?
Information from this survey helps determine federal funding for things like emergency management
and infrastructure projects. Local governments can use the survey information to budget and plan for
services like assistance for the elderly. Organizations and businesses can use this information to
provide services to the community and to plan for new facilities, buildings, and programs.

Attachment N - ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(S)(2022) PRCS GQ Introductory Letter (Spanish)
Conserve esta carta hasta
completar la encuesta.

U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

Mensaje del Director de la Oficina del Censo de los Estados Unidos:
Para: Administrador(a) de esta instalación
Se ha seleccionado a su instalación para participar en la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto
Rico, llevada a cabo por la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. La encuesta proporciona estadísticas
que ayudan a las autoridades a determinar la cantidad de fondos que se asignarán a importantes
proyectos y servicios que afectan a las comunidades en todo Puerto Rico.
La participación en la encuesta es tan importante que es requerida por ley (Título 13, Código de los
EE. UU., Secciones 141, 193, 221 y 223). La Oficina del Censo está obligada por ley a proteger la
confidencialidad de toda la información de encuestas que recibimos (Título 13, Código de los
EE. UU., Sección 9). Estamos comprometidos a proteger la privacidad de todos los participantes de
la encuesta.
En los próximos días, un entrevistador de la Oficina del Censo se comunicará con usted o con alguien
de su oficina para:
 responder cualquier pregunta que usted tenga sobre la encuesta.
 recopilar y verificar información básica sobre su instalación.
 solicitar una lista de residentes que actualmente viven o se quedan en su instalación.
 seleccionar una muestra de residentes a quienes entrevistar para la encuesta.
Usted puede obtener más información sobre la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico al
dorso de esta carta, en el folleto adjunto y por internet en census.gov/acs (en inglés). Si tiene
preguntas adicionales, llame a nuestra Oficina Regional de Nueva York al 1-800-991-2520 (ext. 1).
Gracias por su cooperación. Esperamos poder trabajar con usted.

Documentos adjuntos

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(S)(2022)(02-18-2021)

census.gov/acs

Algunas Preguntas Frecuentes
¿Por qué se eligió a esta instalación para participar en la encuesta?
Cada año, la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. selecciona una muestra de instalaciones de vivienda
de grupo para que participen. Se seleccionan al azar personas que viven en estas instalaciones
para que respondan a la encuesta. Todas las respuestas que se reciben durante el año se
combinan para producir las estadísticas que se encuentran por internet en census.gov/acs (en
inglés).
¿Cuál es mi responsabilidad como administrador de una instalación?
Necesitamos que usted conteste algunas preguntas básicas acerca de la instalación y que prepare
una lista de los residentes que viven o se quedan en esta instalación.

Conserve esta carta. Necesitará la Identificación de Usuario que se encuentra en la etiqueta con la
dirección si elige enviar la lista de residentes de forma electrónica. Cuando un entrevistador de la
Oficina del Censo se comunique con usted, le dará más información sobre este proceso.
¿Se mantendrá confidencial la información de los residentes?
Sí. La Oficina del Censo está obligada por ley a proteger la privacidad de todas las personas
encuestadas y a mantener la confidencialidad de todas las respuestas (Título 13, Código de los
EE. UU., Sección 9). No identificamos a las personas en los datos que publicamos. Solo
publicamos estadísticas.
¿Cómo podré saber si la persona que se contacte conmigo realmente trabaja para la Oficina del
Censo de los EE. UU.?
Hay dos formas de verificar si un entrevistador de la Oficina del Censo trabaja para nosotros.
 POR TELÉFONO: Llame a nuestra Oficina Regional de Nueva York al 1-800-991-2520
(extensión 1).
 POR INTERNET: Busque los apellidos en nuestra base de datos de personal en
census.gov/staffsearch (en inglés).
¿Cómo ayuda la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico a las comunidades?
La información de esta encuesta ayuda a determinar la asignación de fondos federales para cosas
tales como manejo de emergencias y proyectos de infraestructura. Los gobiernos locales pueden
usar la información de la encuesta para presupuestar y planificar servicios tales como asistencia a las
personas de la tercera edad. Las organizaciones y las empresas pueden usar esta información para
proporcionar servicios a la comunidad y para planificar nuevas instalaciones, edificios y programas.

Attachment N - ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(2022) ACS GQ Health Care Introductory Letter

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(AT)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Atlanta Regional Office at 1–800–424–6974 (ext. 53955).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Chicago Regional Office at 1–800–865–6384 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(CH)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Chicago Regional Office at 1–800–865–6384 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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:DVKLQJWRQ'& 
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Your KHDOWKFDUHfacility has bHHQselected to participate in the $PHULFDQ&RPPXQLW\6XUYH\, which is
conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Communities can use the survey information to develop
programs that provide health care assistance for seniors, veterans, and those with disabilities.
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, and 223 Both Title 13 and the Privacy Rule of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) allow you to disclose information for this survey. The Census Bureau
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Section 9).
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• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Denver Regional Office at 1–888–209–7659.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(DN)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Denver Regional Office at 1–888–209–7659.
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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, and 223 Both Title 13 and the Privacy Rule of the Health Insurance Portability and
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• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800-992–3530 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(LA)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Los Angeles Regional Office at 1–800–992–3530 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

86&HQVXV%XUHDX
:DVKLQJWRQ'& 
2IILFHRIWKH'LUHFWRU

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: +HDOWK&DUH)DFLOLW\$GPLQLVWUDWRU
Your KHDOWKFDUHfacility has bHHQselected to participate in the $PHULFDQ&RPPXQLW\6XUYH\, which is
conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Communities can use the survey information to develop
programs that provide health care assistance for seniors, veterans, and those with disabilities.
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, and 223 Both Title 13 and the Privacy Rule of the Health Insurance Portability and
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Section 9).
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• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(NY)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the New York Regional Office at 1–800–991–2520 (ext. 1).
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

86&HQVXV%XUHDX
:DVKLQJWRQ'& 
2IILFHRIWKH'LUHFWRU

A message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
To: +HDOWK&DUH)DFLOLW\$GPLQLVWUDWRU
Your KHDOWKFDUHfacility has bHHQselected to participate in the $PHULFDQ&RPPXQLW\6XUYH\, which is
conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Communities can use the survey information to develop
programs that provide health care assistance for seniors, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Participation in the survey is so important that it is required by law7LWOH86&RGH6HFWLRQV
, and 223 Both Title 13 and the Privacy Rule of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) allow you to disclose information for this survey. The Census Bureau
is required by law to protect the confidentiality of all survey information we receive (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Section 9).
In a few days, a&HQVXV%XUHDXLQWHUYLHZHUZLOOFRQWDFW\RXRUVRPHRQHLQ\RXURIILFHWR
• answer questions you may have about the survey
• collect and verify basic information about your facility
• ask for a list of residents currently living or staying at your facility
• select a random sample of residents to interview for the survey
You can find out more about the American Community Survey on the back of this letter, in the
enclosed brochure, and online at census.gov/acs. For additional questions, please call our
Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.

Enclosure

ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PH)(2022)(07-20-2020)

FHQVXVJRYDFV

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly
basis. When governments, businesses, and community leaders need to make important decisions
that affect our lives, they often turn to the American Community Survey for help.
To learn how real people use the data to make informed decisions visit:
www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/about/acs-data-stories.html
Why was this facility selected to participate in the survey?
The U.S. Census Bureau selects a sample of group living facilities each year to participate.
Individuals living in the facilities are randomly selected to respond to the survey. All responses
received throughout the year are combined to create the statistics found online at census.gov/acs.
What is my responsibility as the health care facility administrator?
We need you to answer some basic questions about the facility and prepare a list of residents living
or staying at the facility.

Please keep this letter. You will need the User ID from the address label if you choose to
submit the list of residents electronically. When you are contacted by a Census Bureau
interviewer, you will learn more about this process.
What happens if a resident is unable to complete the survey?
We will need you to provide some basic information about residents who cannot complete the
survey. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to the
extent required by Title 13, a facility covered by HIPAA is permitted under the Privacy Rule to
disclose protected health information to the Census Bureau for survey purposes.
Will resident information be kept confidential?
Yes. The Census Bureau is required by law to protect the privacy of every respondent and keep all
answers confidential (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). We do not identify individuals in the data we
publish. We only publish statistics.
How can I tell if the person who will contact me really works for the U.S. Census Bureau?
There are two ways to verify that a Census Bureau interviewer works for us.
BY PHONE: Call the Philadelphia Regional Office at 1–866–238–1374.
ONLINE: Search the last name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

Attachment N - ACS-26(L)(GQ)(F) (2022) ACS GQ Facility Thank You Letter

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau...
Dear Facility Administrator:

On behalf of the U.S. Census Bureau, I thank you for participating in the American
Community Survey. The success of the survey depends upon cooperation from you
and the residents selected for the survey. The Census Bureau is required by law to
keep your information confidential. We are not permitted to publicly release your
responses in a way that could identify you. Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that transmit your data.
Federal, tribal, state, and local governments will use summarized information from this
survey to make decisions that affect you and your community, and to develop
programs that will provide many goods and services, including health care, education,
and transportation. To learn more about the American Community Survey and to
review the survey results, visit our website at census.gov/acs.
Your participation is greatly appreciated.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(F)(2022) (8-5-2021)
census.gov

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

Un mensaje del Director de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. ...
Estimado administrador(a) de la instalación:

En nombre de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU., le agradezco su participación en
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad Estadounidense. El éxito de esta encuesta depende
de la cooperación que recibimos de usted y de los residentes seleccionados para esta
encuesta. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. está obligada por ley a mantener
confidencial su información. No se nos permite divulgar sus respuestas de manera
que usted pudiera ser identificado. En conformidad con la Ley para el Fortalecimiento
de la Seguridad Cibernética Federal del 2015, sus datos están protegidos contra los
riesgos de seguridad cibernética mediante los controles aplicados a los sistemas que
trasmiten su información.
El gobierno federal y los gobiernos tribales, estatales, y locales usarán información
resumida de esta encuesta para tomar decisiones que les conciernen a usted y su
comunidad, y para elaborar programas que proporcionarán muchos bienes y servicios,
incluso atención médica, educación y transporte. Para obtener más información
acerca de la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad Estadounidense y para revisar los
resultados de la encuesta, visite nuestro sitio en Internet en census.gov/acs.
Le agradecemos mucho su participación.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(F)(2022) (8-5-2021)
census.gov

Attachment N - ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(F)(2022) PRCS Facility Thank You Letter

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau...
Dear Facility Administrator:

On behalf of the U.S. Census Bureau, I thank you for participating in the Puerto Rico
Community Survey (PRCS). The success of the survey depends upon cooperation
from you and the residents selected for the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau is
required by law to keep your information confidential. The Census Bureau is not
permitted to publicly release your responses in a way that could identify you. Per the
Federal Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from
cybersecurity risks through screening of the systems that transmit your data.
Puerto Rico and local governments will use summarized information from this survey
to make decisions that affect you and your community, and to develop programs that
will provide many goods and services, including health care, education, and
transportation. To learn more about the PRCS and to review the survey results, visit
our website at census.gov/acs.
Your participation is greatly appreciated.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(F)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

Un mensaje del Director de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. ...
Estimado administrador(a) de la instalación:

En nombre de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU., le agradezco su participación en
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico. El éxito de esta encuesta depende
de la cooperación que recibimos de usted y de los residentes seleccionados para esta
encuesta. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. está obligada por ley a mantener
confidencial su información. A la Oficina del Censo no se le permite divulgar sus
respuestas de manera que usted pudiera ser identificado. En conformidad con la Ley
para el Fortalecimiento de la Seguridad Cibernética Federal del 2015, sus datos están
protegidos contra los riesgos de seguridad cibernética mediante los controles
aplicados a los sistemas que trasmiten su información.
El gobierno de Puerto Rico y los gobiernos locales usarán información resumida de
esta encuesta para tomar decisiones que les conciernen a usted y su comunidad, y
para elaborar programas que proporcionarán muchos bienes y servicios, incluso
atención médica, educación y transportación. Para obtener más información acerca de
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico y para revisar los resultados de la
encuesta, visite nuestro sitio en la Internet en census.gov/acs.
Le agradecemos mucho su participación.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(F)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

Attachment N - ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(R)(2022) PRCS Resident Thank You Letter

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau...
Dear Resident:

On behalf of the U.S. Census Bureau, I thank you for participating in the Puerto Rico
Community Survey. The success of the survey depends upon cooperation from you
and the other residents selected for the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau is required
by law to keep your information confidential. We are not permitted to publicly release
your responses in a way that could identify you. Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that transmit your data.
Puerto Rico and local governments will use summarized information from this survey
to make decisions that affect you and your community, and to develop programs that
will provide many goods and services, including health care, education, and
transportation. To learn more about the Puerto Rico Community Survey and to review
the survey results, visit our website at census.gov/acs.
Your participation is greatly appreciated.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(R)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

Un mensaje del Director de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. ...
Estimado(a) residente:

En nombre de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU., le agradezco su participación en
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico. El éxito de esta encuesta depende
de la cooperación que recibimos de usted y de los otros residentes seleccionados
para esta encuesta. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. está obligada por ley a
mantener confidencial su información. A la Oficina del Censo no se le permite divulgar
sus respuestas de manera que usted pudiera ser identificado. En conformidad con la
Ley para el Fortalecimiento de la Seguridad Cibernética Federal del 2015, sus datos
están protegidos contra los riesgos de seguridad cibernética mediante los controles
aplicados a los sistemas que trasmiten su información.
El gobierno de Puerto Rico y los gobiernos locales usarán información resumida de
esta encuesta para tomar decisiones que les conciernen a usted y su comunidad, y
para elaborar programas que proporcionarán muchos bienes y servicios, incluso
atención médica, educación y transportación. Para obtener más información acerca de
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto Rico y para revisar los resultados de la
encuesta, visite nuestro sitio en la Internet en census.gov/acs.
Le agradecemos mucho su participación.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(PR)(R)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

Attachment N - ACS-26(L)(GQ)(R)(2022) ACS GQ Resident Thank You Letter

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

A message from the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau...
Dear Resident:

On behalf of the U.S. Census Bureau, I thank you for participating in the American
Community Survey. The success of the survey depends upon cooperation from you
and the other residents selected for the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau is required
by law to keep your information confidential. The Census Bureau is not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify you. Per the Federal
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity
risks through screening of the systems that transmit your data.
Federal, tribal, state, and local governments will use summarized information from this
survey to make decisions that affect you and your community, and to develop
programs that will provide many goods and services, including health care, education,
and transportation. To learn more about the American Community Survey and to
review the survey results, visit our website at census.gov/acs.
Your participation is greatly appreciated.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(R)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

DC
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233
Office of the Director

Un mensaje del Director de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. ...
Estimado(a) residente:

En nombre de la Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU., le agradezco su participación en
la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad Estadounidense. EI éxito de esta encuesta depende
de la cooperación que recibimos de usted y de los residentes seleccionados para esta
encuesta. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. está obligada por ley a mantener
confidencial su información. No se nos permite divulgar sus respuestas de manera
que usted pudiera ser identificado. En conformidad con la Ley para el Fortalecimiento
de la Seguridad Cibernética Federal del 2015, sus datos están protegidos contra los
riesgos de seguridad cibernética mediante los controles aplicados a los sistemas que
trasmiten su información.
El gobierno federal y los gobiernos tribales, estatales, y locales usarán información
resumida de esta encuesta para tomar decisiones que les conciernen a usted y su
comunidad, y para elaborar programas que proporcionarán muchos bienes y servicios,
incluso atención médica, educación y transporte. Para obtener más información
acerca de la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad Estadounidense y para revisar los
resultados de la encuesta, visite nuestro sitio en Internet en census.gov/acs.
Le agradecemos mucho su participación.

ACS-26(L)(GQ)(R)(2022) (8-3-2021)
census.gov

Attachment N - ACS-51(GQ)(F) ACS Facility FAQ Brochure (English)

Frequently Asked Questions
for Facility Administrators

American Community Survey
Group Quarters

Your Community’s Key to the Future

AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY www.census.gov/acs

What is the American Community
Survey?
The American Community Survey
is a survey conducted by the U.S.
Census Bureau in every county,
American Indian and Alaska Native
Area, and Hawaiian Home Land.
It replaced the long form in the
decennial census and greatly
simplified operations so that the
focus of the decennial census is
solely on counting the population.
The American Community Survey
provides current demographic,
social, economic, and housing
characteristics every year. In
the past, this information was
only available every 10 years
when the decennial census was
conducted. Estimates from the
American Community Survey
help communities make informed
decisions and is a key to their
future.

The American Community Survey
does not count the population,
but it does provide information
that reflects what the population
looks like and how it lives.
That information is vital for
states and local communities
in determining how to plan for
schools, roads, senior citizen
centers, and other goods and
services.
The U.S. Office of Management
and Budget (OMB) approved this
survey and gave it OMB approval
No. 0607-0810. Displaying this
number shows that the Census
Bureau is authorized to conduct
this survey. Please use this
number in any correspondence
concerning this survey.
Respondents are not required
to respond to any information
collection unless it displays a valid
approval number from the OMB.

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We have not heard of the
American Community Survey.
How long have you been
conducting it?
The American Community Survey
began in 1996 in a sample of
counties across the country. The
American Community Survey
began sampling group quarters
in 2006. Today, the survey is
conducted in all U.S. counties, as
well as in Puerto Rico where it is
called the Puerto Rico Community
Survey.
How does this group quarters
and its residents benefit
by answering the American
Community Survey?
The American Community
Survey provides up-to-date
information for your community.
By responding to the American
Community Survey you are
helping your community to
establish goals, identify problems
and solutions, and measure the
performance of programs.

AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY

Communities need data about
the well-being of children,
families, and the elderly to
provide services to them. These
estimates are also used to decide
where to locate new highways,
schools, libraries, hospitals,
and community centers, and to
determine the goods and services
its residents need.
What type of group quarter
facilities are included in the
American Community Survey?
Examples of group quarter
facilities include:
• College/university student
housing.
• Residential treatment centers
for adults.
• Nursing facilities/
skilled-nursing facilities.
• Group homes intended for
adults.
• Military quarters.
• Correctional facilities for adults.
• Workers’ group living quarters
and Job Corps centers.

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Why did the Census Bureau
select this group quarters
facility?
Group quarters facilities are
randomly selected each year from
a sample list of all group quarters
in your area. The larger the
group quarters, the greater the
probability that it will be selected
to participate in the survey one or
more times each year.
Your participation is very
important for us to be able to
produce accurate information
from this survey.
We have already participated
in this survey. How many times
during the year will the Census
Bureau sample my facility?
The number of times we visit
your facility depends on the size
of your facility. Large facilities
may be sampled multiple times
throughout the year.

What level of assistance is
expected from my staff during
the survey period?
Your staff will be asked to:
• Provide a list of residents
currently staying at your
facility.
• Give the Census Bureau
representative access to the
sample residents to conduct
interviews.
• Inform the Census Bureau
representative of any special
requirements that may assist
them in conducting interviews
at your facility.
How are residents at my facility
selected to be in the sample?
After you provide a list of all
residents currently staying at
your facility, field representatives
randomly select residents to take
part in the American Community
Survey. One of the advantages
of a random sample is that we
can use it to measure the whole

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population without having to
actually interview every resident
at every facility. But in order for
it to work properly, we cannot
substitute sample residents—the
sample has to be truly random.
Do the sampled group quarters
and sampled residents have to
answer the questions on the
American Community Survey?
Yes. You are required by law to
answer the American Community
Survey. Two provisions of
Title 13, United States Code,
require your participation. Section
221 of Title 13 makes it mandatory
for individuals to participate
in the American Community
Survey, and Section 223 of
Title 13 makes it mandatory for
building owners and others to
provide access to individuals in
order to conduct the American
Community Survey group
quarters interviews. The same
law protects the confidentiality

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AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY

of the information you provide.
For more information about Title
13, you may visit the Census
Bureau’s website at and select the topic:
“American Community Survey:
Must I respond?”
How will information be
collected from sampled residents
in this facility?
The American Community Survey
collects residents’ information
through face-to-face or telephone
interviews. This can either be
with the sampled resident or a
proxy respondent. The sampled
resident may also fill out the
questionnaire on his/her own. The
Census Bureau representative will
leave the questionnaire with the
resident and return to pick up the
completed questionnaire at an
agreed upon time.

AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY www.census.gov/acs

Why do you select residents who
may be physically or mentally
unable to answer the American
Community Survey?
Residents are randomly selected
to take part in the American
Community Survey. Sampled
residents may designate another
person, such as a relative,
guardian, or facility administrator
to help with the survey. The
facility administrator may talk with
the Census Bureau representative
to resolve any issues. To produce
the most accurate results, it is
very important that every resident
selected for the survey is included.
How long will it take to complete
the survey?
We estimate that the facility
survey will take about 15 minutes
to complete and each resident
survey will take about 25 minutes
to complete. Send comments
regarding this burden estimate or
any other aspect of this collection
of information, including
suggestions for reducing this

burden, to: Paperwork Reduction
Project, U.S. Census Bureau,
4600 Silver Hill Road,
ADDC-4H277, Washington, DC
20233. You may e-mail
comments to acso.pra@census.
gov; use “Paperwork Project”
as the subject.
Can the sampled resident
interviews be done via e-mail or
online?
No. At this time, the survey
cannot be completed via e-mail
or online.
Why do you ask detailed
questions that may seem
unnecessary for residents living
in this facility?
The American Community Survey
asks very detailed questions
because we are required to
collect specific information that is
used for a variety of federal and
state programs. The questionnaire
is used for residents of many
types of facilities. Therefore,
not every question will apply to
everyone who receives it.

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Will the Census Bureau keep
the group quarter facility
and resident information
confidential?
Yes. The U.S. Census Bureau is
required by law to keep your
information confidential. The
Census Bureau is not permitted
to publicly release your responses
in a way that could identify you.
Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015,
your data are protected from
cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that
transmit your data.
How will the Census Bureau
use the information the group
quarters and sampled residents
provide?
By law, the Census Bureau can
only use your responses to
produce statistics. The Census
Bureau is not permitted to
publicly release your responses in
a way that could identify you. Per
the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your
data are protected from
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cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that
transmit your data. The Census
Bureau will also use this
information to improve the
American Community Survey,
ultimately resulting in even better
data for your community and the
nation.
Who can see the answers this
group quarters or its residents
provide to the survey?
Your facility and resident
responses will only be seen by
Census Bureau personnel with
a work-related need to know.
The Census Bureau protects the
confidentiality of the information.
The police cannot see it and no
court of law can see it. No one can
see or use your specific answers to
enforce any type of law or amend
any kind of benefit.
If any Census Bureau employee
were to share information about
your facility or its residents, he or
she would be subject to severe
criminal sanctions imposed
by Congress—up to 5 years

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imprisonment and/or up to a
$250,000 fine (Title 13, United
States Code, Section 214, as
amended by Title 18, United
States Code, Sections 3559 and
3571).
When will results of the survey
be available?
The previous years’ results of the
American Community Survey
are released every fall. Survey
estimates are released each year
for areas of 65,000 or more
people. For smaller areas, results
are available in the form of 3-year
and 5-year estimates.
How can the group quarters and
the residents see the results of
the survey?
This information is published on
the Census Bureau’s website at
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Where can the facility and its
residents get assistance or find
more information about the
American Community Survey?
You can contact the Census
Bureau’s regional office nearest
you as listed below:

Census Bureau Regional Offices
Atlanta, GA
1-800-424-6974 (ext. 53955)
Chicago, IL
1-800-865-6384 (ext. 1)
Denver, CO
1-888-209-7659
Los Angeles, CA
1-800-992-3530 (ext. 1)
New York, NY
1-800-991-2520 (ext. 1)
Philadelphia, PA
1-866-238-1374

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For more information about the
American Community Survey, or
to obtain survey results from past
years, we encourage you to visit
our website at:
www.census.gov/acs
You may also contact us by calling
301-763-INFO (4636), or by visiting
, or by mail
at the following address:
American Community Survey
U.S. Census Bureau
4600 Silver Hill Road
Washington, DC 20233-7500

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