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If you are experiencing homelessness and need to get help, the process begins with contacting CAM (313) 305-0311

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Update

The CAM Access Point at Cass Community Social Services will be closing. The CAM team will continue to operate the in-person access point at Cass Community Social Services until November 12, 2026

Please Note: Cass Community Social Services will continue operating its other programs and services.

Access

CAM is a process that simplifies access to multiple services.

Assess

Questions are asked to individuals and families to assess the needs of each household.

Prioritize

Designed to give priority to the most vulnerable or those with the greatest need first, as resources are available.

Refer

Connects people experiencing homelessness to housing programs, shelter, and other related resources, as available and according to need.

What is CAM?

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 way to housing and other related resources as available.

The Detroit CoC oversees this local referral system known as CAM, which coordinates with service providers in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park. The CAM team uses a shared information network to fairly assess and address your housing needs. If you are experiencing homelessness and need to get help, the process begins with contacting CAM (313) 305-0311.

The CAM system is designed as a centralized, fair process that brings together agencies and resources to address your homelessness.

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Extreme Weather During times of extreme weather, call (313) 305-0311 for up to date emergency shelter options Below are a…

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CAM Access

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CAM Access Calendar This calendar contains service interruptions, hours of operation and where the CAM team can be found in…

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