February 9, 2024

Coordinated Assessment Model

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.

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

Upcoming Closures

Monday, February 12, 2024

On Monday, February 12th, the CAM access site at the NOAH Project will be closed. If you or a client are need in CAM services, you can still call the helpline or come in person at Cass Social Services. Regular CAM services will resume at the NOAH Project on Tuesday, February 13th.

Friday, February 16, 2024

The CAM call center and Access Point location at Cass will be closed from 9:30 AM -11:15am. There will be no live phone service nor in-person assessments between these identified hours. The call center and Access Point will reopen from 11:15 AM – 6 PM for the rest of that day.

Monday, February 19, 2024

In observance of President's Day, the CAM call center and both Access Point locations will be closed this day. There will be no live phone service nor in-person assessments that day. Regular operations will resume the next day, Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

Shelter Prioritization Update

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CAM Access Points

CAM has opened in-person Access Point services for people experiencing homelessness. Now there are 4 ways to Access CAM services.

Cass Community Social Services

11850 Woodrow Wilson St

Detroit, MI 48206

Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm

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NOAH Project

23 E. Adams (2nd floor),

Detroit Mi, 48226

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

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For Veterans

Detroit VA

4646 John R

Red Tower, 2nd floor

Detroit, MI 48201

Mon - Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

Download the 4-way access flyer

Guests can expect in-person assessments and housing crisis referrals as available.

camdetroit.org/access-points/

Shelter Access

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.

Warming & Respite Centers

To access the 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.