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From the CAM Implementing Partners

Coordinated Assessment Model

camdetroit.org

December 15, 2023

CAM (or coordinated entry, as it is nationally known) is a model used in many cities to provide a streamlined process of resources for people experiencing homelessness. The primary functions of CAM include connecting clients to shelters; assessing a person’s housing needs; identifying and prioritizing the most vulnerable; and referrals to housing programs for long-term assistance.

If you need a safe place to stay tonight and live in Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park, please call (313) 305-0311.



Open Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM

The City of Detroit has respite locations and warming centers available to provide residents relief from the cold. Detroit recreation centers and library branches are available as respite locations during operating hours. In addition, three warming centers are open for those who are homeless and need shelter during cold weather months through March 31.

To access these warming centers or year-round emergency shelters, residents should call CAM at (313) 305-0311 during the hours of 8 AM - 6 PM, Monday-Friday. Veterans seeking shelter should call from 8 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday.

You can access the full list of warming and respite centers by downloading the flyer here or on CAM's website.

Reminder: Due to limited availability, some shelters are not accepting walk-ins overnight. Please call CAM 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.

CAM will be closed all day the following days:

• December 15th
• December 22nd
• December 25th
• December 29th

Wayne State Mobile Health

Location: TEAM Wellness located on Russell St. in the Eastern Market

Date: Every Thursday 1pm - 3pm

Service: Free health screenings

The Soup Truck

Location: TEAM Wellness on Russell St, in the Eastern Market

Date: Every Thursday at 12pm - 1pm 

Service: Free meal

I'm Blessed

Location: Across from Rosa Parks Transit Center in parking lot

Date: Every Wednesday

Service: Food and other essential items

Pope Francis Center

Location: 438 Saint Antoine Street, Detroit, MI 48226

Date: Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am – 11:00 am

Services: Two meals per day, hot showers, restrooms, hygiene items, laundry services, mail services, housing assistance, and medical services.

Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens

• Gleaners
• Forgotten Harvest
• Capuchin Soup Kitchen

If you're experiencing a crisis, you can call

DWIHN's 24 hour helpline 1-800-241-4949

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 January 5, 2024 CAM newsletter.

If you need a safe place to stay tonight and you live in Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park, please call (313) 305-0311.



Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM.

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