CAM Community Forum
Event Details
Date: November 3, 2023
Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
Location: Focus: HOPE, 1400 Oakman Blvd, Detroit, MI 48238
Our Vision
Share the latest information about how to access emergency shelter and housing resources
System leaders will be present to provide updates about a recent system transition and what that means for you
Troubleshoot problems you may be experiencing with access and make real-time connections to support
Gather feedback to improve the homeless response system
Make connections to needed resources and services with a resource fair
Bridge gaps and strengthen partnerships between the homeless system and other community organizations
Help us bring our vision to life
Here are different ways you can help
Donate
Your donations will go toward venue expenses, food, and other resources offered to the community.
Volunteer
There are various volunteer opportunities available from setting up to homeless system troubleshooting. If you’re interested, please fill out the form at the link below.
Thank you to our Community Forum partners
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Resource Provided: Event Space
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Resource: Housing advocacy and shelter information, addiction recovery resources, resource navigation.
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Resource: Information and referrals for assistance for People Experiencing Homelessness including shelter, food and clothing, substance abuse treatment, transitional and permanent housing, job preparation and educational courses.
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Information on the services including Dental, Housing and Homeless outreach.
Flu and possibly COVID-19 vaccines will be available.
Possibly dental screenings
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Resource: Info about their free, comprehensive, and trauma-informed services for anyone impacted by intimate partner violence and/or sexual assault in Wayne County
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Item description
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Resource: $10 Dollar General gift cards for Flu vaccines, and $25 Visa gift cards for COVID vaccines
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Resource: Blood pressure screening; General health screening: diabetes, cholesterol, kidney function screening; Standard Influenza vaccinations COVID-19 PCR testing (3+ years old) for symptomatic individuals.
If POSSIBLE: HIV testing (13+ years old, results within 20 minutes); Linkage to care and community resources.
(They are billing insurance for flu shots: insurance is highly encouraged. There will be no cost to an individual who does not have insurance )
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Resource: Information about Medicare Advantage which offers many additional healthcare benefits with a zero premium for those who have Medicare Only or those who have both Medicare AND Medicaid.
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Resource: Information about programs that deal in elder care including: medical care, physical and social support with the goal of helping those eligible, with chronic care needs, to maintain their independence and avoid unnecessary nursing home placement.
Services are provided to that eligible outside of this forum.
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Resource: Information on Housing, housing counseling, resources, etc.
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Resource: Information on how to obtain a State ID, Driver License, how to register to vote and more.
What is CAM?
The Coordinated Assessment Model (CAM) is the Coordinated Entry System for Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park connecting people experiencing homelessness with access to shelter and housing resources as they are available.
Any individual, youth, or family in need of a safe place to sleep for the night can contact CAM for assistance. CAM staff will work to understand each person’s unique situation and find a safe place for them to go for the night. CAM also completes assessments with households that are experiencing homelessness to see if they may be eligible for housing resources. CAM makes referrals to permanent housing programs as they have openings, and prioritizes resources for the most vulnerable households.
Read more about CAM.
CAM Implementing Partners
Homeless Action Network of Detroit (HAND)
Wayne Metro Community Area Action Agency (Wayne Metro)
waynemetro.org
Community and Home Supports, Inc (CHS)
chsinc.org
Donate to the Community Forum
Your donation will go toward the venue, food, and resources offered to the community.