The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate action of its members. - Coretta Scott King | |
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If you live in Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park and are experiencing homelessness, please call CAM at (313) 305-0311.
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CAM Call Line Operating hours:
Monday through Friday, 8am - 6pm
Visit camdetroit.org
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SHELTER PRIORITIZATION UPDATE | |
What to expect?
If you are experiencing a housing crisis and are in need of somewhere safe to stay, you can get assistance by contacting CAM.
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What is changing?
Moving forward, only households on the “need shelter list” will be considered for a shelter referral. As shelter space becomes available, CAM will refer households based on immediate safety concerns and risks.
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Download flyer for more information | |
CAM has opened in-person Access Point services for people experiencing homelessness. Now there are 4 ways to Access CAM services. | |
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NOAH Project
23 E. Adams Ave,
2nd Floor
Detroit MI, 48226
Mon - Th, 9:30am - 3:30pm
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Cass Community Social Services
11850 Woodrow Wilson St
Detroit, MI 48206
Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm
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For Veterans
Detroit VA
4646 John R
Red Tower, 2nd floor
Detroit, MI 48201
Mon - Fri, 8am - 4:30pm
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Warming and Respite Centers | |
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Detroit Continuum of Care Awarded $35 Million | |
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The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced $3.2 billion in grants to Continuums of Care (CoC) across the nation for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 in what's known as the CoC Competition.
For FY 2023 the Detroit CoC was awarded $35,005,343. All of our renewal projects were funded! Additionally, three new projects totaling 1,033,580 were funded. This includes two Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) projects which will bring 35 housing units online! A new Coordinated Entry Supportive Services Only (CE-SSO) project has also been funded.
A full breakdown of award funding allocations will be presented at the next CoC Board meeting which will be occurring March 6th.
Register for the meeting here.
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"Ultimately, this is data we report to HUD, and it helps all communities across the country, which are doing the point-in-time count this month. [...] HUD uses this data from across the country to report to Congress, to set funding levels, so it's really data that the federal government uses to drive funding allocations."
Amanda Sternberg, Performance Management Analyst, HAND
From: Biannual count of homeless people to bring federal funds to southeast Michigan, Detroit News
Read the full article on the Detroit News' website
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Alternatives For Girls partners with Wayne Mobile Health Unit | |
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Alternatives For Girls in partnership with Wayne Mobile Health Unit is offering the following services FREE OF CHARGE:
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Wellness Screenings
- Rapid HIV and Hep C Screening
- Other health screenings
If you have any questions, please call 313-448-9850 or visit Wayne State University at waynehealthcares.org 313-361-4000
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Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and Ruth Ellis Center
S.O.G.I.E. Training Series
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S.O.G.I.E. 101
February 19 | 1pm - 4pm EST
This training introduces participants to a social identity framework focused on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. Register here.
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Family Support with LGBTQ+ Children
February 21 | 1pm - 4pm EST
This training introduces participants to the Family Acceptance Project's research which highlights the correlation between caregiver behaviors towards LGBT youth and future health and safety outcomes. Register here.
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Inclusive SOGIE Data Collection in Systems of Care
February 26 | 1pm - 4pm EST
This training cultivates an awareness of how LGBTQ+ identity can impact the way people navigate resources, services, and care. Participants are introduced to SOGIE as well as how to ask about SOGIE with a trauma-informed approach.
Register here.
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Gender Affirming Care
February 28 | 1pm - 4pm EST
This training provides an overview of gender affirming care and transitioning (socially, medically, and legally). These practices serve to increase safety, access to resources, and mental/emotional well-being for gender diverse people. Register here.
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SOGIE 5 Core Elements
May 7 | 10:00am - 11:30am EST
These interactive sessions will introduce the essential components of creating a safe and welcoming environment for diverse SOGIE children and youth. Register here.
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Trainings include 12 FREE CEUs through the NASW of Michigan. Trainers can be reached at training@ruthelliscenter.org for more information or accommodations. | |
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Michigan Takes Action:
Progress of the MCTEH Action Plan Year 1
Feb 13 | 11:00am EST
A lot has happened since the launch of the 2023-2025 Action Plan at the beginning of last year. Join us to hear representatives from the MCTEH provide an update on the Action Plan and learn about ways to stay involved and aligned with work at the CoC, state, and federal levels. This session is targeted to anybody supporting the work to prevent and end homelessness in Michigan.
Register here.
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Targeted Homelessness Prevention
February 15 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm EST
Effectively tackling homelessness requires a strategic upstream approach that prioritizes housing stability before individuals enter the homeless system. Given the constraints of limited homeless prevention resources, it is crucial to direct these resources towards those at the highest risk of homelessness. Learn from communities that have successfully employed data-driven strategies, prioritized equity, and adopted a client-centered approach to address homelessness at its roots.
Register today at NAEH's website.
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CHA-CHING Detroit! Let's talk about those taxes
February 22 | 10:00am EST
Wayne Metro is hosting a webinar as part of their regular engagement series. You will learn about the different tax programs offered by the agency; how you can maximize your refund, and how to avoid predatory practices.
You can register for the workshop here.
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2024 National Summit on Youth Homelessness + Hill Day
February 29 – March 1, 2024
Washington, DC or virtual attendance
The Summit emphasizes thought leadership and best practices by providing attendees with experts on a wide range of current topics while creating unique learning environments to immerse attendees in experiences. Youth, community service providers, researchers, and policy experts will meet to share their experiences and perspectives on creating systemic change to prevent and end youth homelessness, ranging from immediate interventions to preventative strategies designed to stop homelessness before it begins. Includes virtual options and scholarships for Youth Action Board members. Register by February 16th.
More details here.
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2024 HCH Conference & Policy Symposium
Toward Access and EquaLity: Embracing an Equitable Approach to Health Care
May 13 - 16, 2024
Phoenix, AZ
The annual National Health Care for the Homeless Conference & Policy Symposium is the country’s largest gathering of practitioners of homeless health care, medical respite care, advocates, people with lived experience of homelessness, and researchers about homelessness. The conference offers tremendous opportunity to learn, grow professionally, reconnect with colleagues, and make new connections with our community
You can find more information including how to register here.
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MCAH's Homelessness Advocacy Day 2024
April 23, 2024 | 9:00 AM
Lansing Community College
Participants will have the opportunity to: share information on the state of Homelessness and Affordable Housing in Michigan and your local community. Hear from state leaders on legislative priorities and the importance of advocacy. Learn about MCAH 2024 policy priorities, advocate in teams, providing information and meeting with Michigan legislators. Network with colleagues. This is an opportunity to provide information to legislators on what is going on with homelessness and the housing market at the state and local levels.
Homelessness advocacy day is an excellent time to highlight policy priorities such as the need for more affordable housing and tenant protections, and advocate for specific legislation that would be beneficial for the populations we serve.
Register here.
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Call it my House
Free Housing Literacy Program for Youth and Young Adults
Starting March 2024
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Are you between the ages of 16 and 20 and ready to start planning for your future? Sign up for 10CORE Law Society's free housing literacy program to learn from experts and entrepreneurs how to set yourself up for long-term financial security and success.
Classes will be held every Saturday from noon to 3pm, March 2nd to May 25th in downtown Detroit. The program starts in March and participants can apply through February.
For more info, check out their website here.
And sign up here.
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The CAM Specialist is responsible for working with individuals or families experiencing homelessness to resolve their housing crisis as quickly as possible. The Coordinated Entry Specialist (CAM) is responsible for identifying, assessing, and completing intake and data entry for individuals and families in order to make the appropriate referrals to community resources.
Learn more about the position and apply here.
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MCHS is hiring for positions related to YHDP. | |
Resident Advisor
The Resident Advisor (RA), in conjunction with the Associate Director of Transitional Programs, provides day-to-day guidance and assistance to residential residents, in a safe and secure environment.
Learn how to apply here.
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Therapist Clinical mental health
As the leader of the treatment team, a Therapist is responsible for providing clinical assessments, counseling, advocacy, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families experiencing multiple and complex trauma, as well as a myriad of other mental health challenges and their expression.
Full and part-time positions available
Find out more about the position and how to apply here.
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Sign Today
Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act
| Nation Outside and the Vera Institute request your support for the Fair Chance Access to Housing Act. This legislation removes barriers to housing for people with conviction histories in Michigan. Organizations and individuals are welcome to sign on. Sign the for the Fair Chance Access to Housing Act. | |
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Urge Congress to Increase Investments in Affordable Housing in Fiscal Year 2024
Urge your members of Congress to fund housing and homelessness programs at the highest level possible in FY24, and to support NLIHC's top priorities, including:
- Full funding to renew all existing contracts for the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA/Housing Choice Voucher) and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) programs
- Increased funding for public housing operations and repairs
- At minimum, the Senate’s proposed $3.9 billion for Homeless Assistance Grants
- The $20 million in funding for the Eviction Prevention Grant Program provided in the Senate bill
- The House’s proposed $1.1 billion for Native Housing
Visit this link to sign the petition.
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My Dog is My Home Fellowship Program
Opportunity to Learn about Co-sheltering Programs
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About 3 times a year, My Dog Is My Home holds "Open Houses" in the following locations - New York City, Los Angeles, and Cincinnati. At these Open Houses, My Dog is My Home works with a host site they have identified as a model operator of emergency shelter and/or PSH that keeps people and pets together (co-sheltering). They are now offering
Learn how your organization can get involved here.
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Detroit Affordable Housing Database
Find affordable rental housing in Detroit on Detroit Home Connect, a resource to find multi-family housing based on your income and household needs.
Search the Home Connect database here.
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Project Clean Slate
Project Clean Slate is a free expungement program for Detroit residents. Find out how you can register for help on the City of Detroit's website.
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Food pantries & soup kitchens
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