Community Resources
Information on local and state resources to help individuals, families and veterans in need of housing, food, medical, legal or mental health assistance.
For more information on STCC campus offices and student services, please see the
Campus Resources
Center for Access Services (CAS) 
CAS provides extensive non-academic supports to help students in need overcome barriers that may impact their ability to focus on academics or stay in school.
Start here for help with your basic needs. CAS can address most issues and connect you to the resources you need.
FREE help to eligible students with:
- The Ram Mini Mart and Care Packages: The Ram Mini Mart offers groceries, personal hygiene products, and other basic household necessities. Students can request assistance with groceries and/or meals as well as a Care Package (basic necessities). The Ram Minimart is designed to help support students in meeting basic needs.
- 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 STCC students in need.
- And much more!
Use this contact form to request services for yourself or a student in need of assistance.
Contact Information:
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Evenings: by appointment only
Building 7
(413) 755-5761
(413) 200-8776 (text only - please include your full name)
cas@stcc.edu