September 5, 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

Upcoming Closures

September 12

All CAM services will be closed from 9am – 11:15am. There will be no live phone service or in-person assessments during this time. CAM services will resume at 11:15am.

September 19

All CAM services will be closed from 2pm – 4:40pm. There will be no live phone service or in-person assessments during this time. he CAM call line and Cass Community Access Point will resume at 4:40pm.

Housing Resources

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

Project Based Voucher Program

Waiting Lists Open

The Project Based Voucher Program (PBV Program) is designed to provide low and moderate-income individuals and families with housing assistance in specific units contracted with Detroit Housing Commission (DHC). The housing assistance is provided to income-eligible applicants who are approved for tenancy at the contracted location. You apply to the PBV location waiting list of your choice. The Project Based Assistance is only available to those selected and approved from the program site waiting list.

Visit the Detroit Housing Commission's website to apply.

CAM Access

Here are some 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

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

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NOAH at Central

23 E. Adams, 2nd Floor

Detroit, Mi 48226

Mon - Thurs, 9:30am - 2pm

Cass Community

Social Services

11850 Woodrow Wilson St

Detroit, MI 48206

Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm

For Veterans

Detroit VA

4646 John R

Blue Tower, 7th floor

Detroit, MI 48201

Mon - Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

camdetroit.org/get-help

Shelter Information

Shelter Prioritization

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.

Client

Grievance

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.

Resources

Detroit Health Department 4th Annual Block Party

Join the Health Department at their 4th annual Block Party!

Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Time: 12-4PM

Location: 100 Mack Ave

Safe Sleep Walk-N-Rally at 11AM

This event will include:

• Free Food & Beverages

• Health Screenings

• Back to School vaccinations

• Games, Giveaways, Prizes, & Live Music

Click here for more information and to register for the event.

Resource

Sheets

You can find more

resource sheets at camdetroit.org/resources

Neurodivergent Resources

Needs Resource Map

The needs management map provides a wide range of material resources, including but not limited to: soup kitchens, food pantries, free or low-cost medical care, mutual aid organizations, employment resources, parenting support, free legal aid, HOUSING, and more.

If you know of a helpful resource that isn't on here but should be, or if you're an employee or volunteer at an organization listed here and would like to correct or add to the information listed, PLEASE reach out to CMTretyak@gmail.com

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.

Download flyer

Mental Health Services

(800) 241-4949

If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, call DWIHN's 24 hour helpline

Mobile Crisis Hotline

Calling the hotline will get a mobile crisis unit to your location 24/7/365. Serves Wayne County.

Call (844) 462-7474 for help

Visit this webpage for more information.

Harm Reduction

Wellness Stations

The Detroit Health Department’s Harm Reduction Wellness Stations provide free supplies to help prevent disease, reduce overdose risks, and make substance use safer.

Naloxone Kits (Narcan)
Test Strips
Medication Deactivation Bags (Deterra Bags)

You can find more information about the stations along with a list of locations on the Detroit Department of Health's website.

Corktown Health

Emergency Financial Assistance

The Housing and EFA programs provide emergency financial assistance to households experiencing utility shutoff, eviction, and first month’s rent for a new move. This assistance is designed to help clients living with HIV stay engaged or reengage in medical care.

Find out more about the program on Corktown Health's website.