Basic Needs Hubs
PCC 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
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):
Hubs are closed for the summer term. Fall schedule Coming Soon!
How to Connect
Drop-In: Anytime we are open, we’d love to connect with you!
Schedule an appointment: (coming soon)
Email: pcc-pantherpantry@pcc.edu
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