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"And I see that my own hands can make

The world that's in my mind."

— Langston Hughes

December 15, 2025

(313) 305 - 0311

CAM Call Line Operating hours:

Monday through Friday, 8am - 6pm

Access to CAM services: Call CAM at (313) 305 - 0311 or go to one of the following Access Points for in-person assessments.

Visit camdetroit.org for the latest information on CAM services and any upcoming service interruptions. For regular updates, subscribe to the CAM newsletter.

Local Application Deadline Update

On December 8 HUD rescinded the FY2025 Continuum of Care NOFO. With that rescission, HUD also communicated an intent to re-release this NOFO at a later date. As of this time, we do not know when this later date will be.

You may also be aware that the federal judge considering the lawsuits against HUD will be holding another hearing on December 19. Depending on the outcome of that hearing, we may need to make additional changes to our local process. That will be determined after December 19.

Given these new developments, the Detroit CoC has pushed back the local CoC application deadline (for transition grants and new project applications) to January 16, 2026. The new deadline for these materials is now 11:59 pm on Friday, January 16, 2026.

For more information, please contact Amanda Sternberg at amanda@handetroit.org. 

Donate to the 2026 PIT Count

On January 28, 2026, the Detroit Continuum of Care will conduct the unsheltered Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. The PIT Count is a one night snapshot of people experiencing homelessness in our community. This count helps us understand local needs, advocate for resources, and measure our progress toward ending homelessness.

During the PIT Count, teams will distribute essential items to those experiencing homelessness. You can help by donating through our Amazon Wishlist. Unisex items in adult sizes are preferred.

Learn more about the PIT Count on our website.

Items Needed:

• New Winter Hats
• New Scarves
• New Thermal Blankets
• New Mittens or Gloves
• New Socks
• Travel-size hygiene items (shampoo, soap, toothbrush & toothpaste, deodorant)

Detroit CoC Board Meeting

January 5, 2026 | 2pm

Join us for our first CoC Board Meeting of the year! These meetings are an opportunity for the community to receive systems-level updates, offer feedback on current initiatives and programs, and learn about the homeless service system.

Register for the meeting here.

Townhall Meeting Update

Starting this month, Townhall Meetings will move to a monthly schedule. Previously, these meetings were held biweekly to keep our community informed about evolving federal policies and their impact on our region. This change will allow us to provide more focused updates and meaningful discussions.

Join us at the next meeting which will be taking place January 13 at 10am.

Register here.

On-Demand Detroit CoC Trainings

LMS users have access to a wide range of trainings. The latest are listed below.

• Systems Thinking Primer
• Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 101
• Fresh Start Career Series
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) 101
• Understanding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Housing Protections
• Human Trafficking 101
• Domestic Violence 101
• Coordinated Assessment Model (CAM) 101
• Continuum of Care (CoC) 101

The Continuum of Care (CoC) 101 educational video is also available on our YouTube channel here.

Resilience in Times of Change: Managing Stress and Staying Grounded

December 17, 2025 | 12:30pm-1:30pm EST

When the future feels unpredictable, stress can take a toll on both your work and your health. This webinar provides actionable tools to reduce anxiety, foster resilience, and create a sense of stability—even in uncertain times.

What you will learn

• Stress management techniques tailored for those working in the helping professions.
• Discover practical tools to enhance your well-being and productivity.
• Tips on maintaining a positive mindset in challenging situations.

Enroll for free on CSH's website here

Budgeting and Financing Strategies for Sustainable Supportive Housing

December 19, 2025 | 11:30am-1:00pm EST

This course will provide strategies for developing your operations and services plan, projecting your budgets, and finding sustainable operating and services funding sources. 

• Explore the factors that influence operating and services budgets
• Identify different operating and services funding sources
• Create a plan for seeking operating and services funding and assembling operating and services budgets

Enroll for free on CSH's website here

Detroit Homeless Prevention Training

1600 Porter Street, Detroit MI 48216

9am - 5pm | Multiple Dates*

This two-day training will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge on how to identify at-risk individuals and families, connect them with resources, and effectively advocate for homeless prevention. The training is in person, so you can interact with experts and network with like-minded individuals. Don't miss this opportunity to make a positive impact on our community!

Upcoming Trainings

December 16 - 17, 2025

Register here

January 27 - 28, 2026

Register here

February 24 - 25, 2026

Register here

Free Suicide Prevention Training

Every 3rd Friday | 11am

This one-hour training from the Veterans Administration's S.A.V.E. program presents an overview of suicide prevalence, risks and warning signs. It also provides guidance on how to intervene when someone is suicidal. This training will highlight unique risks to Veterans and provide information on how to access VA resources.

Email VHADETsuicidepreventionteam@DVA.gov.onmicrosoft.com to register.

Train with MiVAN

The Michigan Victim Advocacy Network (MiVAN) offers live and on-demand trainings for crime victim advocates and direct service providers. Training topics include Intimate Partner Violence, Abuse and Neglect, Advocate Wellbeing, Trauma-Informed Advocacy, and many more! You can sign up for free, on-demand trainings on MiVAN's resource library or contact MiVAN staff about collaborative opportunities on their contact page

First Step Community Engagement

First Step has numerous programs to offer to a variety of groups ranging in ages, interests, and backgrounds. All presentations include an overview of First Step, including our services, ways to get involved, how to refer clients and a Q&A session.

For more information, you can download the catalog.

Advocates prepare for homelessness crisis as feds make funding shift

Detroit allocates nearly $34 million in permanent housing, with the vast majority for permanent supportive housing set aside for people with disabilities. With a 30% cap, Detroit could ask HUD for about $11 million worth of funding for permanent housing projects — a 67% decrease.

Read the full article on the Detroit Free Press's website.

Dec. 18th, 2025 | 2pm EST

The National Coalition for the Homeless, the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, and the National Consumer Advisory Board, a member network of the Council, encourage our communities to organize or take part in Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day (HPMD) events on or around the winter solstice — the first day of winter and the longest night of the year.

At these events each year, we remember those who have died and we strengthen our resolve to work for a world where no life is lived or lost in homelessness. We state clearly, together with others in scores of communities across the nation, that no person should die for lack of housing.

Want to host an event in your town? 

Learn more about Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, see last year’s national livestream, and access resources related to local events, mortality data, and more here.

Want to honor someone? 

Click here to share the names of those lost while experiencing homelessness in your community, for inclusion in our “in memoriam” video during the ceremony livestream.

Register here.

10-Point Plan for Ending Homelessness Without Criminalizing Poverty:

Employment Programs

December 18 | 3pm EST

We all need a safe place to live. But homelessness and poverty are growing. Instead of funding what works, too many politicians are making these problems worse by passing laws that allow the police to ticket and arrest people who cannot afford housing or the substance use or mental health care they need.

The National Coalition for the Homeless is holding a series of webinars to discuss their 10-Point Plan for state and local communities to respond to end homelessness with compassion and proven solutions. The next webinar, occurring October 16, will focus on Decriminalization.

Register for the webinar series here.

Lifeline H2O Program

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) has developed a new income-based water affordability plan – Lifeline H2O Program. Eligible households can get a fixed $34 monthly bill covering water, sewer, and drainage up to 6 CCFs per month.

Access the application here.

Starting from the week of October 13, the Detroit Public Library will begin participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, providing after school meals at select library locations.

Youth 18 years of age and younger, as well as adults with physical and mental disabilities, will be eligible for the meals.

For a list of locations, please visit the Detroit Public Library's website.

New Recover Housing Opportunity Available in Detroit

Detroit is expanding access to safe, supportive housing for individuals in recover from substance use disorders. Through the City's Opioid Crisis Response Program, new recovering housing beds are open. Individuals interested in accessing these services can call to request a screen and explore placement options.

Locations: Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, SHAR Inc, and Second Chance 2000

For placement, call Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWHIN) 1-800-241-4949

For placement at Second Chance 2000, call 313-349-9170

Contact detroitbehavhealth@detroitmi.gov for more information.

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.

Health Resources

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DWIHN 24-Hour Helpline

1-800-241-4949

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) offers 24-hour phone service for those seeking mental health support.

My Safe Space Crisis Hotline

For young adults (313) 844-9136. The MCHS hotline connects youth experiencing housing and mental health crises to short-term mental health services.

Corktown Health

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.

Wellness Stations

These Harm Reduction Wellness Stations provide free supplies to help prevent disease, reduce overdose risks, and make substance use safer. This initiative helps protect the health of Detroiters by giving residents the tools they need to stay safe.

Find more information about the stations the Detroit Department of Health's website.

Get Free Naloxone and learn the signs of an overdose at endoverdosewayne.org.

Rides to Care

This new Detroit Department of Health program provides transportation for prenatal and postpartum care up to the baby's first birthday. To schedule a ride, call (313) 876-0000

For more info, visit DHD's website.

Fatherhood Program

Provides a platform to educate, engage, support, and promote the overall health of fathers and the care of their children in our communities. For more information call 313-876-0413 or 313-961-BABY.

You've made it this far so here's a riddle:

A girl has as many brothers as sisters, but each brother has only half as many brothers as sisters. How many brothers and sisters are there in the family?

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Email Kimberly Benton at kimberly@handetroit.org

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