Attachment N - American Community Survey Group Quarters Facilities Data Collection 2024

Attachment N- ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(2023) 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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(AT)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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
Chicago Regional Office at 1–800-865–6384 (ext. 1).
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(CH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(DN)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(LA)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(NY)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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

Dear Director of Student Housing:
Your student housing facility has been selected to participate in the American Community
Survey (ACS), 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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, and 223). 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosures
ACS-18(L)(C)(GQ)(PH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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)(2023) 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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(AT)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(CH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(DN)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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.

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DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(LA)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(NY)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

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)(2023) 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

Dear Facility Manager:
Your facility has been selected to participate the Puerto Rico 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov/prcs

Some Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Puerto Rico Community Survey?
The Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico 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.
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)(2023) PRCS GQ Introductory Letter (Spanish)

DC

Conserve esta carta hasta
completar la encuesta.

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

Estimado(a) administrador(a) de esta instalación:
Se ha seleccionado a su instalación para participar en la Encuesta sobre la Comunidad de Puerto
Rico (Puerto Rico Community Survey), 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 a 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 aldorso
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.
Atentamente,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Documentos adjuntos
ACS-18(L)(GQ)(PR)(S)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov/prcs

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
encensus.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)(2023) ACS GQ Health Care Introductory Letter

DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(AT)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(CH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(DN)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

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DC

Please keep this letter until
you complete the survey.

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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(LA)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(NY)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 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

Dear Health Care Facility Administrator:
Your health care facility has been selected to participate in the American Community Survey,
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.
Participating in the survey is so important that it is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141, 193, 221, 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 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.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director
Enclosure
ACS-18(L)(H)(GQ)(PH)(2023)(07-26-2022)

census.gov

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 name in our staff database at census.gov/staffsearch.

The American Community Survey: Helping Communities Make Informed Decisions

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American Community Survey
Group Quarters

Thank you for
your response.
We appreciate your time
and help.
To learn more about the
survey or see how the data
are used to help people
across the country,
visit census.gov/acs.

Thank you for
participating!

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Encuesta sobre la
Comunidad Estadounidense
Alojamientos de Grupo

Gracias por
su respuesta.
Agradecemos su tiempo y
ayuda.
Para obtener más información
sobre la encuesta o ver cómo
se utilizan los datos para ayudar
a las personas en todo el país,
visite census.gov/acs.

¡Gracias por
participar!

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Puerto Rico Community Survey
Group Quarters

Thank you for
your response.
We appreciate your time
and help.
To learn more about the
survey or see how the data
are used to help people
across the country,
visit census.gov/prcs.

Thank you for
participating!

®

census.gov/prcs
ACS-26(B)(GQ)(PR)
July 2022

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Encuesta sobre la
Comunidad de Puerto Rico
Alojamientos de Grupo

Gracias por
su respuesta.
Agradecemos su tiempo y
ayuda.
Para obtener más información
sobre la encuesta o ver cómo
se utilizan los datos para ayudar
a las personas en todo el país,
visite census.gov/prcs.

¡Gracias por
participar!

®

census.gov/prcs
ACS-26(B)(GQ)(PR)
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American Community Survey
Group Quarters Data Collection

FAQs for Facility Administrators

What is the American
Community Survey?

Is this a legitimate
survey?

The American Community
Survey (ACS) collects
demographic, social,
economic, and housing
data every year. The ACS is
conducted in all U.S. states
and in Puerto Rico where
it is called the Puerto Rico
Community Survey.

Yes. The Census Bureau
conducts the American
Community Survey under the
authority of Title 13, U.S. Code,
Sections 141 and 193.

The U.S. Census Bureau
selects a sample of household
addresses and a sample of
group quarters facilities each
year to participate in the
survey.
Some examples of group
quarters facilities are college
dorms, nursing facilities, and
military quarters, to name a
few.

The U.S. Office of
Management and Budget
(OMB) approved this survey.
An OMB number is required
to conduct a federal survey.
The OMB approval number for
the ACS is 0607-0810.

Do we have to
participate in the
survey?
Yes. Title 13, U.S. Code,
Section 223 makes it
mandatory for facility
managers to provide facility
information and access to
residents to conduct the
survey interviews.
Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 221
makes it mandatory for the
residents to participate in the
survey and imposes a penalty
for not responding.

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How do residents
respond to the survey?
A resident can complete the
survey in person, by phone,
on paper, or online.

What is my responsibility
as a facility manager?
•

Provide us a list of
residents currently staying
at your facility. We will
select a sample of
residents from the list to
take part in the survey.

•

Allow us to conduct
survey interviews with the
residents.

•

Inform us if any
accommodations need to
be made to conduct
interviews at your facility.

Only some facilities have the
option for residents to
complete the survey online. A
unique User ID will be
provided to those residents.
If the resident chooses to
respond by completing the
paper questionnaire, the
Census Bureau representative
will pick up the completed
survey at an agreed upon
time.

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Are residents who are
unable to complete the
survey by themselves
required to participate?

What are some benefits
of participating in the
American Community
Survey?

Yes. A resident may designate
another person, such as a
relative, guardian, or facility
administrator to help them.

Your local government can
use the survey data to
determine funding for:

To produce accurate results, it
is important that ALL people,
including people with
cognitive disabilities, answer
the survey.
Please speak with your
Census Bureau representative
to resolve any issues.

•

Home and communitybased services for people
with disabilities.

•

Financial assistance with
utilities, health care, and
other needs.

•

Nonprofit organizations
and businesses in your
area can use the data to:

•

Obtain grants for
community development
programs.

•

Develop job training
programs for the local
workforce.

To learn more about how
people use ACS data to help
communities, visit:
census.gov/acs-data-stories.

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Will the Census Bureau
protect our privacy?

How are the survey data
protected?

Yes. The Census Bureau is
required by law to protect
the privacy of every
respondent. This includes
information you provide as a
facility manager and
information provided by all of
the sampled residents.

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 law protects your
privacy and keeps survey
answers confidential (Title 13,
U.S. Code, Section 9).

The Census Bureau is not
permitted to publicly release
responses in a way that could
identify a respondent. By law,
the Census Bureau can only
use responses to produce
statistics.
Disclosure of the information
provided to us is permitted
under the Privacy Act of 1974
(Title 5, U.S. Code, Section
552a) and may be shared
with Census Bureau staff for
work-related purposes.
Disclosure of this information
is also subject to the
published routine uses as
identified in the Privacy Act
System of Record Notice
COMMERCE/CENSUS-5,
Decennial Census Programs.

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Why did the Census
Bureau select this
facility?
To provide an accurate picture
of your community, group
quarters facilities are
randomly selected each year
from a list of all group
quarters in your area.
Larger facilities may be
selected to participate in the
survey more than once a year.
For example, different dorms
at a large university may be
selected to participate at
different times in the same
year.

How long will it take to
participate?
We estimate it will take
about 15 minutes for the
facility survey and about 25
minutes for the resident
survey.
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 email comments to
[email protected]; use
“Paperwork Project” in the
subject line.

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Learn more about the American Community Survey by visiting
our website at census.gov/acs, or call the Census Bureau
regional office nearest you.

Census Bureau Regional Offices
Atlanta
1-800-424-6974
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, SC

Chicago
1-800-865-6384 (Option 1)
AR, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, WI

Denver
1-888-209-7659
AZ, CO, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM,
OK, SD, TX, UT, WY

Los Angeles
1-800-992-3530 (Option 1)
AK, CA, HI, ID, NV, OR, WA

New York
1-800-991-2520 (Option 1)
CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PR, RI, VT

Philadelphia
1-866-238-1374
DC, DE, KY, MD, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV

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Issued August 2022
ACS-51(GQ)(F)