Basic needs include food, housing, 和 assistance with utilities. Please use this website to navigate local resources, 如果你是在校学生, 或者如果你是一个在线学生, use the 路易斯安那州中部以外的资源 section of each 在你身边寻找支持的话题.
Two general resources are recommended to anyone seeking assistance with food, housing, or utilities. 首先，试试联合劝募会 211 程序. 打211就可以了 connected to a local United Way agency that can direct you to services in your community. Second, you can check your eligibility for a number of government-provided benefits 在这里. 的 results of this 10-30 minute questionnaire will include a list of services you may qualify for as well as w在这里 to apply for them.
Basic needs include food, housing, mental health, 和 financial resources, among others. Student basic needs security is critical for ensuring strong academic performance, 坚持与毕业, 以及学生的整体幸福感.
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Issues of food 和 housing insecurity can come with a significant amount of stigma. If a student does disclose that they are facing these challenges, 您有几种选择来提供支持. You can refer them directly to Student Engagement, complete a 关怀:关注学生表格，或与他们分享此网页.
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*Adopted 和 adapted from the Rutgers University Department of Off-Campus Living 和 Community Partnerships.