Center for Access Services
The Center for Access Services (CAS) provides 博彩网站 students with a broad range of non-academic supports. CAS staff help students overcome barriers that stand in the way of self-sufficiency, allowing them to succeed and stay in school. The CAS office houses a variety of services and initiatives, including free school supplies and the RAM Mini Mart, which provides groceries and meals to students facing food insecurity. CAS staff also connect students to on-campus resources and provides referrals to community social service agencies that help individuals overcome a variety of issues including, but not limited to: financial challenges, food insecurity, homelessness, substance abuse, and various state and federal benefits.
CAS Resources
The CAS office provides FREE resources to eligible 博彩网站 students. The following resources are available in the CAS office:
The Ram Mini Mart
The Ram Mini Mart supports students in meeting basic needs. The Ram Mini Mart offers groceries, personal hygiene products, and other basic household necessities.
Welcome to the new Ram Mini Mart online shopping system!
- Create an account by clicking The Ram Mini Mart link above and selecting “Sign Up”.
- Once your account is created, log in to complete the registration process.
- Select a pick-up type (either at CAS or at Food Lockers) and a time slot to pick up.
- Add items to your shopping cart.
- Checkout to submit your order.
If you need any assistance, please contact CAS at 413-755-5761. The CAS Food Lockers are located by the North 3 entrance of Building 13.
SNAP Application Assistance
CAS works with The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts to assist students in applying for SNAP benefits.
School Supplies:
The CAS office provides school supplies to 博彩网站 students in need.
Community Connections
CAS office staff work to cultivate relationships with local social service agencies that provide assistance to 博彩网站 students. Office staff can offer case management to students and facilitate connections with resources in the community that can help eliminate barriers. If students need support beyond what is offered in the CAS office, staff can guide students toward resources in the greater community that can provide the support students need. The 博彩网站 Campus and Community Resource Guide also provides information on local and state resources to help individuals, families, and veterans in need of housing, food, medical, legal, or mental health assistance.
Contact
Building 7
(413) 755-5761
(413) 200-8776 (text only - please include your full name)
cas@spicydom.com
Hours
Monday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Evening appointments available
*Evening appointments must be made in advance.
*Office hours may be impacted due to holiday and other college closings