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“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate action of its members.” — Coretta Scott King

December 29, 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.

Detroit CoC FY2025 NOFO Update

The Detroit CoC wanted to provide our community with an update on the FY 2025 Continuum of Care Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) as we look ahead to our work in the new year. We would like to remind our community that our current CoC funded projects remain operating under FY2024 grant agreements that are not impacted by the legal proceedings outlined below.

December 19 Hearing

On December 19 a hearing was held in response to the lawsuits filed against HUD in response to the initial FY2025 NOFO. The judge in this case “grant[ed] motions for a preliminary injunction, which will temporarily block…the administration’s attempts to implement unlawful and unreasonable restrictions that seek to shift funding away from proven solutions to homelessness. You can read more about the judge’s ruling here. You may also review the newsletter from the National Alliance to End Homelessness regarding this ruling here.

This ruling means that HUD cannot move forward with implementing the NOFO without further legal review.

Read more about the legal proceedings and their implications for our local competition on our website.

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.

Sponsor a Street Ambassador

Street Ambassadors are people who are currently, or formerly, homeless, who help our teams effectively engage with people on the streets. Make a financial donation of $100 to provide a stipend to a Street Ambassador. There are two ways to donate:

Donate by check

Checks may be made out to the:
Homeless Action Network of Detroit (HAND) and mailed to:

7650 Second Avenue, Suite 225

Detroit, MI 48202

Donate online

Scan QR Code to Access Wishlist

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.

Town Hall

Meeting

January 13, 2026 | 10am

Town hall meetings address changes to our federal, state and local landscape such as the FY2026 Federal Budget, Big Beautiful Bill, and other updates. It offers advocacy options and gives community members a chance to give input and solutions. 

Register here.

General Membership Meeting

January 20, 2026 | 1:30pm

Join us for our next Detroit CoC General Membership. Membership meetings are held quarterly and provide a space for the community to receive updates about policy, funding opportunities, and upcoming projects in the system. 

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
• Diversion 101
• Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 101
• Fresh Start Career Series
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) 101

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

Housing Encampments and Safely Conducting Camp Outreach (Paid)

January 19, 2026 | 1pm

This webinar is critical to anyone concerned about homelessness. As rents increase and wages stay flat, more and more people in our communities are facing homelessness and living on the Street. To survive, many people are forced to live on the streets and band together in encampments. This webinar will go over practical key considerations for working with the homeless in encampments, including.

1) Understanding trauma-informed Outreach best practices

2) Best Practices in safety in encampment outreach ( for advocates and for the people we serve)

3) Best Practices in advocacy if your municipality is going to shut down the camp (including a written guide to provide to municipal leaders)

CEU credits available

Register 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

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. 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.

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 Recovery 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

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.

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?

This is the answer: There are 3 brothers and 4 sisters.

Connect with us!

Do you have questions about the newsletter? Want to submit an item?

Email Kimberly Benton at kimberly@handetroit.org

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