Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness

Empowering Communities, Ending Homelessness

Get Involved In Solving Homelessness Get Help In Becoming Housed

Our Mission

We serve as an inclusive statewide voice
to improve systems and support
communities to prevent and end
homelessness in a way that leaves no one
behind.

Our Vision

We will advance
housing justice and
make ending
homelessness a shared
priority.

Training Calendar

Looking for HMIS training and documents? Visit the new HMIS Learning Center website

Michigan Homelessness By The Numbers

Learn more at the 2020 Homelessness Annual Report

Total Homeless Individuals (2020)

%

Homeless Population Who Are Black or African American (2020)

Homeless Seniors 55+ (2020)

%

Homeless Population with Disability (2020)

Homeless Children (2020)

Average length of days within a homeless experience

Advocating for Change

In today’s world of complex regulations and requirements, decision-makers are often called on to enact policy that impact the homeless population, often with limited knowledge of our work and our clients. MCAH works to overcome that knowledge gap through our Legislative Action Committee, engagement with decision makers, and public awareness events.

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Landlord Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

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