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January 24, 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

Detroit Home Connect 

Detroit Home Connect is a 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

A Code Blue will be in effect at least until 8pm Tuesday, January 28 until further notice. 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.

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

Warming and Respite Center List

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.

February 17 - In observance of President’s Day, CAM will closed Monday, February 17, 2025. Regular operating hours will resume the following day.

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 

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.

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. *

Resources

Featured Resource:

Transportation

Help with utility payments

Basic Needs and Necessities

Looking for affordable health resources?

Facing a domestic violence issue and need assistance?

Seeking legal assistance for landlord/tenant issues?

SNAP and Senior Support Services

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

The Needs Management 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.

For more information about the Housing Resource HelpLine, go to the City of Detroit's website.

Detroit at Work:

Workforce Wednesdays

Every Wednesday 10am - 1pm

Durfee Innovation Society

2470 Collingwood St, Detroit MI 48206

Please Bring ID, Social Security Card and Resume

Career Opportunities

• Packing Plants
• Environmental Services HI-LO Drivers
• Health Care Professionals Construction
• Medical Assistants
• Pre School teachers
• Child Care Workers
• Youth Workers
• Hospital Staff
• And more!

If you have any questions about Workforce Wednesdays or need assistance, please contact: Atiba Robinson - (313) 707-0845 arobinson@detroitatwork.com

For more information about Detroit at Work's programs, visit detroitatwork.com.

CAM Implementing Partners

handetroit.org

waynemetro.org

chsinc.org

Please subscribe to the CAM newsletter for regular updates. For more information about CAM please visit camdetroit.org.

More information from CAM implementing partners will be coming in the February 7, 2025 newsletter.

If you are experiencing homelessness and need to get help, the process begins with contacting

CAM (313) 305-0311.



CAM Call Center hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM.

camdetroit.org

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