How to Start Volusia County Homelessness Coordinated Entry
Use the local coordinated-entry system for standardized assessment, prioritization, housing planning, and referrals.
Start here
Call the Volusia/Flagler County Coalition for the Homeless at 386-279-0029 and ask for the current Coordinated Entry site serving the person’s location and household type. Assessment does not guarantee housing.
Call for the current Coordinated Entry access site
See Coordinated Entry informationWhat to have ready
- Name, age, Volusia location, and safe callback information
- Where the person slept and current housing status
- Household members, disability, veteran, youth, and safety information
- Identification and income records if available, without delaying the first contact
Words you can use
“I am currently [outside, in a vehicle, in shelter, or another situation] in Volusia County and need Coordinated Entry. Which access site should assess me, and what should I have ready?”
Steps in order
- 1
Describe the current sleeping situation accurately.
- 2
Go through the standardized assessment.
- 3
Record the housing plan, referrals, and follow-up contact.
- 4
Keep contact and location information current.
If the first answer is no or wait
Coordinated Entry prioritizes and refers; it does not guarantee immediate shelter or housing. Dial 211 for current shelter, food, outreach, and immediate referrals.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
Search all 20 local guides.
Find the next task, phone number, and script.