Open Access Connections
Community Voicemail
1821 University Ave W, Ste N184, St. Paul, MN, 55104
(651) 643-0883
mark@openaccessconnections.org
https://openaccessconnections.org/grassroots-outreach
Service Details
Description
Offers a free voicemail box to people experiencing homelessness or need access to a safe phone number.
A phone number with a 651 area code will be provided to put on resumes, job applications, housing applications or to connect with family and friends.
Voice mail messages can be checked from any phone and are saved for 10 days.
Can complete an application for a Lifeline cell phone
Features
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Area Served by County
- Anoka County
- Carver County
- Dakota County
- Hennepin County
- Ramsey County
- Scott County
- Washington County
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Payment
- Free / no cost to everyone
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Specialization
- Homeless
- People with low income
Application Instructions
Sign up at the main office.
Business Hours
10:00am - 2:00pm, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Twin Cities Metro Area
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main | (651) 643-0883 |
Last Update
1/17/2025
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
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BM-6500.6500-170Community Voicemail Definition
Programs that provide voice messaging services which allow homeless people and other individuals with no access to a telephone to communicate in a dignified way with potential employers, landlords, service providers, family members and others regarding interviews, job offers, housing opportunities and other important business. Community voicemail enables clients to record a personal greeting for people who call and pick up messages at their own convenience, usually on a 24-hour basis.
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YC-1550Community Voicemail Recipients Definition
Individuals who are currently enrolled in a local community voicemail program or are former participants. Community voicemail programs provide voice messaging services which allow homeless people and other individuals with no access to a telephone to communicate in a dignified way with potential employers, landlords, service providers, family members and others regarding interviews, job offers, housing opportunities and other important business.
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YV-3000Homeless People Definition
Individuals and families who have no fixed, regular and adequate residence, who are residing temporarily with relatives or friends or who live on the street, in emergency or transitional shelters, in a hotel or motel paid for with a shelter voucher, in seriously substandard housing or in an abandoned building, place of business, car or other vehicle, or other public or private place that is not ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for people. Some people who are homeless have issues with substance abuse, chronic or severe mental illness, chronic unemployment or underemployment, or other problems that prevent them from obtaining housing.