How to Start Lee County Homelessness Coordinated Entry
Complete the county assessment when someone is living outdoors, in a vehicle, or in an emergency shelter and needs housing-service routing.
Start here
Call Lee County Coordinated Entry at 239-533-7996 on weekdays. The assessment takes about 15 minutes and helps identify housing needs and available referrals, but it does not guarantee housing assistance.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
See Coordinated Entry informationWhat to have ready
- Name, age, Lee County location, and safe callback information
- Where the person slept and current housing status
- Household members, disability, veteran, and safety information
- Identification and income records if available, without delaying the first call
Words you can use
“I am [outdoors, in a vehicle, or in an emergency shelter] in Lee County and need a Coordinated Entry assessment. What should I have ready, and what happens after the assessment?”
Steps in order
- 1
Call during weekday assessment hours.
- 2
Describe the current sleeping situation accurately.
- 3
Complete the assessment and record the next step.
- 4
Continue seeking shelter and other options because assessment does not guarantee placement.
If the first answer is no or wait
Dial 211 or 239-433-3900 for current shelter, food, outreach, and immediate community referrals while housing options are being explored.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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