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The WREN Office

Watts Resources for Essential Needs (WREN)

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What is the WREN Office?

SNAP Outreach

Enrollment Assistance

    • (SNAP), Arizona’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 
    • (AHCCCS), Arizona’s state health insurance

Identifying basic needs resources within ASU and the local community.

Donation Closet!

"This project has been funded at least in part with Federal funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and passed through the Department of Economic Security (DES). The contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of either the USDA or DES, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government."

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SNAP Outreach

WREN Outreach

  • Outreach events (10 minute class presentation, tabling events, student clubs, etc.)
  • Wildfire - SNAP Outreach Community Partner

Eligibility

  • Students eligible for Pell Grant may be eligible for SNAP.
  • Students may not be aware of SNAP and/or do not apply because of the stigma.
  • Student Eligibility for Nutrition Assistance
  • Pre-Screen
  • Eligibility depends on a variety of factors, but best way to find out is to APPLY.

Apply

  • Apply on Health-e-Arizona Plus
  • Call 1-855-HEA-PLUS (1-855-432-7587), Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

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Enrollment Assistance

WREN Enrollment Assistance

    • (SNAP), Arizona’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 
    • (AHCCCS), Arizona’s state health insurance
    • Health-e-Arizona Plus Partnership

Process

    • Create a Health-e-Arizona Plus profile.
    • Complete the SNAP and/or AHCCCS application (can apply to both at the same time) online (1 hour).
    • Complete the “Interview” with the DES Eligibility Worker by the date listed (usually within 2 weeks).
      • YOU must call 1-855-HEA-PLUS (1-855-432-7587) to complete. There is usually long wait times.
    • Upload the requested documents to your Health-e-Arizona Plus profile.
    • DES has 45 days to review applications.
    • Check inbox and mail frequently.

SNAP & AHCCCS

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Basic Needs Resources

Identifying basic needs resources within ASU and the local community.

  • NOT an emergency line and any information provided in this form or shared with the WREN Office will be kept confidential unless there is an immediate danger to the safety and well-being of the individual(s). 
  • ASU
  • Community
    • Leverage community partnerships
    • Knowledge of available resources
    • FindHelp.org (*** can be utilized by all students and faculty/ staff)

Identifying and Navigating

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WREN Donation Closet

Common Items Students May Need

Personal Hygiene Products

The WREN Office now has personal hygiene supplies, clothes, and other necessities available for pick-up during office hours.

Forgot deodorant on your way to class? Ran out of toothpaste this morning? - We have the solution!

  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Deodorant
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Body Wash
  • Lotion
  • Wipes

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Menstrual Products

Getting rid of stigmas 1 women at a time!

Exciting News! The WREN Office is now offering free period products for students.

Say goodbye to unexpected setbacks and hello to confidence and convenience. Empower yourself with this fantastic new resource!

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Contact Info

Location:

411 N Central Ave

Suite 150

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Contact

WREN@asu.edu

Ashley Funneman

afunnema@asu.edu

TAPs – Take Action Please For faculty referring a student

WREN Assistance Request

For student referring themselves

Join the WREN Listserv!

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Connect Arizona

New Resource!

What do we know?

  • Today’s world requires reliable connectivity to support a variety of online activities
  • The term “under-connected students” students that do not have broadband or satellite internet. Students that only have dial-up or cellular data, although having an internet connection, do not have a connection that meets the minimum requirements for online classes and/or online resources.
  • Households that do not have any type of computer or only have a smartphone are recognized as having no computer. Although a smartphone can connect to the internet, a smartphone does not meet the minimum requirements for online classes and/or online resources.
  • Connect Arizona helps navigate these struggles.

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Connect Arizona

How Connect Arizona helps?

  1. Wifi Maps
    • The locations on this map represent free public wi-fi hotspots at public libraries, schools, businesses, and other sites.
  2. Internet Offers
    • Connect Arizona provides current internet offers and discounts for the State of Arizona.
  3. Finding A Computer
    • There are 6 organizations ready to help you find a computer. Get a computer or tablet from organizations that sell devices at a low cost.
  4. Technology Help / Digital Navigators
    • Connect Arizona’s Digital Navigators are a team of library staff from around the state who provide one-on-one phone assistance to help Arizona communities get online.
    • They serve as a free tech support hotline for digital learning (e.g. e-media, device use, Gmail, and Zoom) and information on accessing low-cost internet and computer offers.

5. Northstar

    • Northstar Digital Literacy lessons are basic tutorials geared toward learning and practice.
    • 100% online and self-paced.
    • They can be completed on your own or partnered with a Connect Arizona tech tutor to help guide you.

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