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"The whole idea of compassion is based on a keen awareness of the interdependence of all these living beings, which are all part of one another, and all involved in one another." - Thomas Merton

If you live in Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park and are experiencing homelessness, please call CAM (313) 305-0311. CAM intake is call-in only.

CAM Transition

HAND has an information hub for all things related to the CAM transition. Here you will find meeting dates and notes, updates, and documentation. This page is updated regularly.

Please reach kimberly@handetroit.org or torrey@handetroit.org for any questions.

CAM Applicant Workshop

Plan on applying to be the CAM/Coordinated Entry Lead? Get a jump start on the application by attending this two-day workshop filled with info needed to begin your planning process. 

Presentations are to be given by HAND and the current CAM Lead, Southwest Counseling Solutions. 

Register for the January 24th workshop & the January 25th workshop.

Low Income Dental Services

In addition to housing and mental heath counseling services, Detroit CoC member, Central City Integrated Heath also offers medical and dental solutions for low income residents.

Find out more about CCIH's program on their website or call (313)309-3091

The Affordable Connectivity Program 

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like a laptop or tablet. 

You are likely eligible if your household’s income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Line, or if you or someone you live with currently receives a government benefit like SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, WIC, Pell Grant, or Free and Reduced-Price Lunch. 

More information available here 

Laptop to Go

Laptop & Hotspot Program 

The Laptop to Go program provides laptop and/or hotspots, free of charge, to those with a Detroit Public Library card. They can check out a laptop and/or hotspot for up to 90 days. Participants can reserve a laptop at any DPL branch. There is on-site tech support for devices at the Main Branch. You can find more information on the library's website.

Detroit Warming Centers

Starting January 25 through the weekend, the city of Detroit is declaring a Code Blue alert. During that time, No homeless individual/household seeking shelter should be denied due to the danger of being unsheltered in these temperatures. 

The best way to locate a warming center is to call CAM at 313-305-0311. Outside of CAM operating hours, you can go to or contact the following locations:

For related resources, please consult CAM's Resource Guide

MCTEH Racial Equity Strategic Planning Project:

What Happens Next?

February 9, 2023 | 1-2:30 pm

Michigan's Campaign to End Homelessness (MCTEH) is partnering with C4 Innovations, as part of the racial equity strategic planning project MCTEH initiated last year. C4 and members of CoC Equitable Results Teams (CERTs) will provide updates from the November Presentation of Findings webinar and layout what comes next for this work and how you can connect with what is happening locally. Contact Jason Weller at wellerj5@michigan.gov with any questions

Register here.

MCAH Advocacy Day 

March 15, 2023 | 9 am

The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness (MCAH) is hosting Advocacy Day 2023. Participants will have the opportunity to speak directly with state officials to educate them on MCAH's policy priorities. Specifically:

1. Decreasing Barriers to Affordable Rental Units 
2. Increasing Access to Affordable Housing Across Michigan 
3. Reducing Racial Disparities 

Find out more here

Social Determinants of Health Month

Read the full plan

This year the state of Michigan inaugurated January as Social Determinants of Health Month.

The conditions and circumstances of peoples' lives, also known as the social determinants of health (SDOH), are known to greatly influence health outcomes.

These determinants are economic stability, health care access and quality, neighborhood and built environment and social

The Michigan Department of Heath and Human Services (MDHHS), along with many partners, have developed a strategic framework to address inequities using the SDOH concept. Specifically: housing stability, health equity, and food security.

The City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department is seeking a Choice Neighborhoods Housing Specialist to assist in managing the housing plan within the City’s federal Choice Neighborhoods grant, as part of a broader neighborhood transformation plan in the Greater Corktown neighborhood. 

Key responsibilities will include coordinating and managing tasks, meetings and deliverables related to the Choice Neighborhoods housing phases; managing the Choice Neighborhoods housing development timeline; serving as a liaison to the Housing Implementation Entity to navigate City processes and entitlements; and ensuring that resident relocation is planned and coordinated according to HUD standards. 

Read the full job description and learn how to apply here.

Communities First, Inc has an open position at for a Supportive Services Coordinator. The Supportive Services Coordinator is accountable for a variety of responsibilities, including: assisting families engaging in supportive services, helping families to develop the skills, resources and supports necessary for long term independence.

For more information or to apply, go to this website.

Forgotten Harvest is in URGENT need of volunteers at their warehouse location and Patton Rec FH on the Go site for the month of January and February.

Opportunities are as follows:

👉Warehouse Morning Shift | Mon-Sat | 9 AM - 12 PM

👉Warehouse Afternoon Shift | Mon-Sat | 1 PM - 4 PM

👉Patton Rec FH on the Go | 1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 12:15 PM - 4 PM

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