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Resources for Homeless Families
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We are here to support your family.
The Office of Homeless and Foster Care (OHFC) protects the educational rights of homeless & foster youth, by removing barriers to education. Our goal is to identify and support homeless youth so each student can successfully participate in the learning environment and meet state and local academic achievement standards. We ensure homeless children are free from discrimination, segregation, and harassment.
Contact us
By phone: (313) 748-6383
By email: ohfc@detroitk12.org
If you need assistance after business hours, call Public Safety at (313) 748-6000
Other Available Resources
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The Office of Homeless and Foster Care (OHFC) has a basic needs pantry that provides students who may not have a stable place to stay, with items they may need. This may include hygiene and household items, non-perishable food, masks, and clothing/shoes (based on available sizes), and clothing vouchers. If your family is in need of these items, email us at ohfc@detroitk12.org.
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We provide transportation help to homeless students who continue their education at their school of origin, including students temporarily living outside of the Detroit area due to homelessness. Homeless students are also eligible for transportation travel to and from all school-related activities. Reach out to us if your family is in need of:
- DDOT Fare Cards
- Gas Cards
- DPSCD Busses
- Transportation for students living outside of Detroit, but attending DPSCD
Note for students in grades 9-12: They will receive a 31-day DDOT public transportation pass each month from the office at their home school. Students can use this pass to ride DDOT for free but must show their DPSCD student ID to the bus driver.
Note for students in grades PK-8: Adults responsible for eligible students in grades PK-8 may receive DDOT bus passes to accompany the student to and from school. A parent is also eligible for transportation assistance to attend school-related activities, such as report card pick-up, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings or graduation.
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Are you a family who doesn’t have anywhere to go for the night? Is your family staying with friends or relatives, on the street or someplace that is not suitable for living?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, we are here to help. Call us at (313) 748-6383.
If your family needs to get into a shelter immediately, you can call CAM Detroit at (313) 305-0311 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Relevant Links
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Schedule an Appointment
If you have any questions about the McKinney-Vento Program referral process or any of the services offered by our office, please book an appointment using this link.
Referral Link
If you know a student who may qualify for services under McKinney-Vento and you are a student, parent/guardian, or community agency, please complete the referral form.
Resources
Michigan Alliance for Families is a statewide resource that connects families of children with disabilities to resources that help improve their children’s education. They help facilitate parent involvement as a means of improving educational services and outcomes for students with disabilities.Michigan Department of Education - McKinney Vento webpage has many links, lists, and information items, as well as a list of local contacts for students experiencing homelessness.
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency is assisting families facing unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents of Wayne County may qualify for assistance in the following areas: Food, Income Support, Utility Assistance, Rent & Mortgage assistance.
