Basic Needs Hubs

Basic Needs Hubs are a one-stop location for PCC students to find support for their basic needs concerns.

Who We Are

PCC Basic Needs Hubs are a part of the Basic Needs,Sustainability and Leadership department. The PCC Basic Needs Hubs are staffed by a team of Peer Resource Navigators. Our Peer Resource Navigators are PCC students from the Human Services program who offer a peer-to-peer model of support.

What We Do

We provide PCC students with information and referrals to basic needs resources like food, housing, transportation, and healthcare so they can focus on their personal, academic and career goals.

Peer Resource Navigators help guide and assist PCC students with:

  • SNAP eligibility screening and applications
  • Oregon Health Plan information and applications
  • Accessing community free food resources
  • Navigating housing resources and referrals
  • Mental health provider search
  • TriMet Reduced Fare Program applications
  • Connection and referrals to on-campus and community resources to address their basic needs

How to Connect

Drop-In: Anytime we are open, we’d love to connect with you!

Appointments:  Complete this form to request an appointment with a Peer Resource Navigator.

Email: pcc-pantherpantry@pcc.edu

Where the Hubs are located

Hubs are connected to the Panther Pantries at each PCC campus:

  • Cascade:  Student Union, Room 207
  • Rock Creek:  Building 5, Room 113
  • Southeast: Mt Tabor Building, Room 152
  • Sylvania:  CC Building, Room 216

When (Hub Hours)

Basic Needs Hubs Fall 2024 Hours

  • Cascade: Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00-2:00
  • Rock Creek: Tuesdays 10:00-3:00 and Wednesdays 10:00-2:00
  • Southeast: Wednesdays 11:00-3:00
  • Sylvania: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:00-3:00

Hub Closures:

  • Wednesday, December 4th (training)
  • December 12th-January 3rd (winter break)

 

The office of BNSL is pleased to offer accommodations to ensure that our programs are accessible and inclusive. Please email a request, questions, and thoughts to: pcc-pantherpantry@pcc.edu