Bear Necessities
Are life's challenges preventing you from focusing on your education?
Let us help you now, so you can focus on your future.
Making ends meet as a student can be tough. From fulfilling basic needs, such as food and shelter, to finding the path to long-term financial stability, PC students and families are never alone. While many campus and community resources are waiting to help, knowing where to start isn't always easy.
The Bear Necessities program coordinator can help you understand your eligibility for public benefits and connect you to personalized resources that meet your needs. We'll then assist you with applications to avoid delays. No challenge is too great, or too small, and our services are always free.
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Schedule an appointment with the Bear Necessities coordinator at our Counseling Department. We'll provide 1:1 assistance applying for any benefits, and more. Give us a call at 602-285-7392 for an in-person or virtual appointment. We're located on the lower level of the Hannelly Center, in the Counseling Department.
Student Support Services
More Resources for Wellbeing at Phoenix College
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Counseling
Receive help navigating your educational journey through academic and career guidance
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Academic Advising
Meet with your Academic Advisor to choose the right classes for your major and degree plan
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Student Life & Leadership
Develop connections through clubs and organizations; and enjoy activities at the Student Union Bear's Den
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Financial Aid & Wellness
Get help completing your FAFSA form, apply for scholarships, and learn to manage your money
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Tutoring
Tutoring (in-person and online) is free to students at the Learning Commons
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Food & Supplies
Packaged food, school/household supplies, Grab 'n Go lunches, and monthly produce distributions
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Clothing
Gently-used clothing, including interviewing attire, is available to students, free of charge
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Child Care
Southwest Human Development provides affordable Pre-K Head Start and Early Head Start near campus
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Transit & Carpooling
Discover if you're eligible for discounted bus passes, and options for carpooling to campus