January 10, 2025

Coordinated Assessment Model

The Coordinated Assessment Model (CAM) process is a referral system designed to be a starting point for people who are experiencing homelessness in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park. The goal of the CAM system is to connect people in a fair and equitable way to housing and other related resources as available.

If you are experiencing homelessness and need to get help, the process begins with contacting CAM (313) 305-0311.

CAM Call Center hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 6pm

Housing Resources

Detroit Housing Commission

Public Housing Waiting Lists Open

The Detroit Housing Commission's Public Housing Waiting Lists opened October 1, 2024

All applicants must apply online at www.dhcmi.org. Applicants must be 18 years of age or a legally emancipated minor at the time of wait list application. You MUST have an active email address in order to apply.

Apply at DHC's website here.

Detroit Home Connect

Detroit Home Connect is a new City of Detroit service that provides you a central first step in finding housing in Detroit that meets your affordability and household needs. You can understand your eligibility for rental units by exploring options based on your family size, age, and income. Detroit Home Connect is an initiative of the City of Detroit’s Housing and Revitalization Department.

For more information, visit homeconnect.detroitmi.gov

Livonia Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Livonia Housing Commission's waitlist will be opening Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 at 8am through Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 at 5pm.

To successfully apply, you will need to provide the Livonia Housing Commission with the following information:

First and last names of ALL members of your household
Social security numbers and birthdates of ALL members of your household
Total gross annual income of everyone in your household. This includes wages, child support, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), General Assistance and Unemployment Income.
A valid mailing address and email address. Accurate information must be submitted in order to contact applicants if they are selected in the lottery.

Download the full notice with instructions here.

Code Blue Alert

A Code Blue is in effect until at least Monday, January 13th at 8pm. During a Code Blue any household that presents at a shelter outside of CAM business hours (Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM) is allowed to stay at the shelter for that night, as long as space permits.

Warming centers provide respite from cold weather, plus two meals, showers, sleeping accommodations, and housing assistance services to residents experiencing homelessness. To ensure the safety and security of residents using warming and respite centers, all facilities are supervised at all times.

In addition to the overnight warming centers and overnight respite locations listed above, the City of Detroit is providing recreation centers as respite locations, which are open during normal operating hours.

For more information, please visit camdetroit.org/code-blue

Warming and Respite Center List

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New System Reports

The 2024 CAM Quarterly System Reports are now available for quarters 3 through 1. System reports detail the operational performance of our local Coordinated Entry process. They cover engagement and access metrics, intake and referral numbers, and housing program participation. You can access the reports at camdetroit.org/reports.

Upcoming Closures

January 17

The CAM Call Center and the CAM Access Points will be closed from 9:30am – 11:15am. There will be no live phone service or in-person assessments during this time. The CAM Call Center and the Cass Access Point will be back from 11:15am – 6:00pm. The VA Access Point will be back from 11:15am – 4:30pm.

January 20

In observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, all CAM services will be closed. Regular operating hours will resume the following day.

CAM Access

Here are some different ways to access CAM services. If you are experiencing homelessness and need to get help, the process begins with contacting CAM (313) 305-0311.

Access Points

NOAH at Central

(Formerly NOAH Project)

23 E. Adams, 2nd Floor

Detroit, Mi 48226

Mon - Thurs, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Cass Community

Social Services

11850 Woodrow Wilson St

Detroit, MI 48206

Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm

For Veterans

Detroit VA

4646 John R

Red Tower, 2nd floor

Detroit, MI 48201

Mon - Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

Access Points guests can expect assessments to determine eligibility for housing resources as they become available.

camdetroit.org/get-help

Temporary HCV Waitlist Closure

HAND received notification from MSHDA that, effective July 1, 2024, all Housing Choice Voucher waitlists have been temporarily closed. Unfortunately, no reopening date has been provided at this time. During this period, no new submissions or recertifications will be accepted. The Detroit Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program will be closed until further notice. Please note that this closure does not impact the following MSHDA programs: Project-Based Vouchers and Stability Voucher program.

For any questions or further assistance, please email info@camdetroit.org.

Shelter Information

Shelter Prioritization

What to expect?

If you are experiencing a housing crisis and are in need of somewhere safe to stay, you can get assistance by contacting CAM.

What is changing?

Moving forward, only households on the “need shelter list” will be considered for a shelter referral. As shelter space becomes available, CAM will refer households based on immediate safety concerns and risks.

Client Grievance

This Client Grievance flyer helps shelter residents understand their rights and where to file a grievance. Find out how to file a grievance here.

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Street Outreach

If you see a person experiencing unsheltered homelessness, you can request a Street Outreach Team to connect the person to our homelessness response system to be assessed for needs and connected to resources as they are available. You can access the online form here or by scanning the QR code on this flyer.

*Due to limited availability, some shelters are not accepting walk-ins overnight. Please call CAM (313) 305-0311, Monday - Friday between 8 am - 6 pm to speak to someone who can advise on shelter availability and/or other options. Please note that available shelter beds are limited and change daily. *

Events

Lakeshore Legal Aid will continuing is family law clinic series at the Eastside Community Network January 16, 2025 from 9am - 12pm. For more information visit Lakeshore's website or call Lakeshores Southwest Detroit office at (313) 246-0822.

Resources

Transportation

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Need help with utility payments?

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Basic Needs and Necessities

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Looking for affordable health resources?

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Facing a domestic violence issue and need assistance?

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Seeking legal assistance for landlord/tenant issues?

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SNAP and Senior Support Services

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You can access more resource sheets camdetroit.org/resource-sheets

Needs Resource Map

The Needs Resource Map is a regularly updated map and list of places to fulfill basic needs including but not limited to:

Food, showers, laundry services;
Food pantries;
Employment assistance;
Medical care;
Youth-centered services;
LBGTQ friendly resources;
Apartment rentals.

My Safe Space Crisis Hotline (313) 844-9136

The My Safe Space Crisis Hotline serves young adults ages 18-24. It connects youth experiencing housing and mental health crises to short-term mental health services.

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If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, call DWIHN's 24 hour helpline (800) 241-4949.

The Mobile Crisis Hotline provides increased accessibility to DWIHN services in the Wayne County area. Calling the hotline will get a mobile crisis unit to your location 24/7/365. Call (844) 462-7474 for help.
Community Care Clinic - DWIHN is accepting members for outpatient behavioral health services. You can call (800) 241-4949 for a screening and referral.