2024 Basic Needs Survey is taking place October 28 - November 22nd, keep an eye on your CBC student email for details.
What are Basic Needs?
They are the fundamental resources which support a student's well-being such as:
- Housing
- Food
- Clothing
- Physical and Mental Health
- Childcare
- Or similar demands that influence success
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CBC is committed to helping students complete their educational goals. Supporting basic needs improves student retention, academic performance, mental health, and builds long-term resilience. We encourage you to take advantage of these resources—it’s what they’re here for! For help finding CBC resources, see the Pasco and Richland campus maps. You are urged to carefully research Community Resources to ensure that the services they provide align with your particular needs. CBC does not endorse or exercise control over any non-CBC resources listed on this page and assumes no legal liability for the acts or omissions of any such persons or organizations.
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Emergency Numbers
For immediate assistance, call 911.
Campus Security
509-542-4777
Pasco Campus
ext. 7777
Richland Campus
ext. 4021
Domestic Violence Hotline
800-562-6025
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line
509-624-7273
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 or 800-572-8122
Talk, text, chat with '988'
Benton Franklin Crisis Response Unit
7404 W Hood Pl, Kennewick, Washington 99336
Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
509-792-1747
800-783-0544
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
800-273-8255
Academics
Academic Advising
Completion Coaches help with prerequisites, program and degree requirements, registration,
transfer reviews, graduation applications and more.
Academic Success Center
The Academic Success Center provides tutoring, peer mentoring, and other resources
for student success.
Career Services
Services include resume review, cover letters, job search, mock interviews and more.
La CASA
This space provides support for Hispanic/Latine, low-income, and historically minoritized
students regardless of ethnicity, culture, gender, and intersectional identities.
Library services
Services include study spaces, laptop rentals, printing services, textbook rentals,
digital media equipment, and much more.
Writing Center
Writing tutors, located in the Library, are available to help you at all stages of
the writing process, for writing in any subject. Writing tutors are available on campus
by appointment only.
Food and Clothes
Food Pantry
Ask about CBC’s supplemental food assistance gift card program.
Located in the Student Recreation Center (SRC), on the northwest corner of the building.
Located on the Richland campus in the HSC, second floor.
509-542-4630
DSHS Co-located Case Worker
Available by appointment on Tuesdays from 8-3pm. Services include 6-month food assistance
review, new applications, and reporting income changes. Call the WEC office to schedule
your appointment and avoid the long wait at the DSHS office.
Public Benefits
SNAP (federal food assistance)
Helps people with low incomes by providing monthly benefits to buy food.
FAP (state food assistance)
Provides food benefits to legal immigrants who are not eligible for the federal supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) solely because of immigration status.
Basic Needs Navigator can help you with the application process or schedule you with DSHS Co-located case worker on campus. You can also apply here: Washington Connection.
Tri-City Food Banks
Individual will need proof of address and valid ID.
Benton City
712 N. 10th St, Benton City, WA 99320
509-588-5454
Kennewick
424 W. Deschutes Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-586-0688
Richland
321 Wellsian Way, Richland, WA 99352
509-943-2795
Second Harvest Tri-Cities
Mobile Markets change location and time, please visit their online calendar to see
upcoming food distribution events.
5825 Burlington Lp, Pasco, WA 99301
509-545-0787
Tri-City Union Gospel Mission
Provides overnight or 90-day emergency shelter for men, women & children. Photo ID
required. Services include showers, meals, nurse care, and case management for long
term visitors.
Lodging check in starts everyday 1pm-3pm.
110 N. 2nd Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
509-547-2112
St Vincent de Paul
Hours: Wednesday 11am-4pm. Individual will need photo ID and proof of address.
215 S 6th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
509-544-9315
Safe Harbor Support Center
Online family assistance request has about a 2-day response time dependent on available
funding.
1111 Grant Place, Kennewick, WA, 99336
509-783-5734
Tri-Cities Diaper Bank
Individual will need photo ID, proof of address, proof of income, and social security
cards or birth certificates of children.
Richland & Pasco location Hours: Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am
1807 McMurray Ave, Richland, WA 99354
605 N Road 36 Pasco, 99301
Kennewick location Hours: Tuesdays 9am-11:30am
7105 W. 10th Avenue Kennewick, WA 99336
509-946-8807
Housing
Student Emergency and Financial Assistance
If you are currently experiencing an unforeseen financial emergency, you may be eligible
for support to assist you with certain expenses. The Student Emergency and Financial
Assistance Grant leverages four different sources of funding in order to help address
urgent student needs. Please keep in mind, funding is limited and funding is not guaranteed.
Shelters
Tri-City Union Gospel Mission
Provides overnight or 90-day emergency shelter for men, women & children. Photo ID
required. Services include showers, meals, nurse care, and case management for long
term visitors.
Lodging check in starts everyday 1pm-3pm.
110 N. 2nd Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
509-547-2112
Second Chance Center Day Shelter
Day center is for families with children.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Thursday
8:30am-11:30am and 1:30pm-4pm
720 W. Court St, Upstairs, Pasco, WA 99301
509-545-4042
My Friend's Place
Youth shelter; ages 13 to 17
1112 N. Grant Pl, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-438-0079
Housing Supports
DSHS Community Service Office
For walk ins, the best chance of being assisted is to arrive early.
1120 N. Edison Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-735-7119
Pasco & Franklin County Housing Authority
2505 W. Lewis Street, Pasco, WA 99301
509-547-3581
Kennewick Housing Authority
1915 W 4th Pl, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-586-8576
Housing Resource Center
Walk in screenings are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (8-4pm, closed 12-1pm).
For best chance of being assisted arrive early.
7102 W. Okanogan Place Suite 201 Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: 509-737-3946
Benton & Franklin Home Base Connections Center
720 W. Court St, Upstairs, Pasco, WA 99301
509-545-4042
Tri-Cities Social Services of the Salvation Army
310 N. 4th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
509-947-2138
May be able to provide help with rent assistance, security deposit assistance, and utilities assistance. Individuals need income verification, social security cards of all household members, lease agreement, utility bill, proof of address and photo ID.
720 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301
509 545 4042 ext. 283
Transportation
Money for You
Travel Reimbursement
If you are low income and travel a minimum of 10 miles one-way from residence to class,
lab, or practicum, apply to our Travel Reimbursement Program.
Automotive Tech Repairs
CBC’s automotive department offers low-cost repairs while providing students with
hands on learning opportunities. Send in a request by filling out their form.
Ben Franklin Transit
CBC students ride free if they present CBC Student ID Card with current quarter sticker.
509-735-5100
People for people
Non- Emergency medical transportation rides & Fixed-Route Service (Need to schedule
in advance)
304 W. Lincoln Ave.,Yakima, WA 98902
(509)-248-6726
843 Kittleson Rd NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
(509) 765-9249
Financial
Student Emergency and Financial Assistance
If you are currently experiencing an unforeseen financial emergency, you may be eligible
for support to assist you with certain expenses. The Student Emergency and Financial
Assistance Grant leverages four different sources of funding in order to help address
urgent student needs. Please keep in mind, funding is limited and funding is not guaranteed.
Travel and Childcare Reimbursement
If you are currently paying towards childcare expenses or currently commuting to a
CBC Campus at least twice a week in order to attend classes, you may qualify for our
Childcare Reimbursement and Travel Reimbursement programs!
Financial Aid
Applying for financial aid can help you cover the costs of tuition, books and living
expenses during your time at CBC.
HAPO Financial Coaching
HAPO offers tools and resources to help you create a solid financial foundation and
guide your financial planning.
Childcare
Childcare Reimbursement
If you are currently paying towards childcare expenses or currently commuting to a
CBC Campus at least twice a week in order to attend classes, you may qualify for our
Childcare Reimbursement and Travel Reimbursement programs!
Lactation Rooms
Columbia Basin College supports the breastfeeding needs of students and employees
by providing private Lactation Rooms.
Family Study Room
This study room is available for CBC students with children under their care. Adult
supervision is required of children in the space at all times.
DSHS Childcare
Find eligibility information for Working Connections Child Care Program and Seasonal
Child Care Program.
Carina Childcare Finder
Connect families and licensed childcare providers for quality in-home daycare.
YMCA of Greater Tir-Cities
School-Age Child Care (before & after school) program.
Boys and Girls Club of Benton Franklin Counties
Community clubhouses: After-school programs to youth in Kennewick, Pasco, & Prosser.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program
Helping families improve the health of parents and children. Services include nutrition
education, breast feeding support, healthy foods, health screenings and referrals.
Assault or Abuse
For immediate assistance, call 911.
Campus Security
Emergencies must be immediately reported to local law enforcement by calling 911 (9-911
from a campus phone) and/or Campus Security by calling 509-542-4777 or on-campus extension
7777 (Pasco Campus), or 509-539-8167 or on-campus extension 4021 (Richland Campus).
Campus Security is automatically notified when 9-911 is dialed from a campus telephone.
If a non-campus telephone is used to contact law enforcement, please also contact
Campus Security.
Title IX Policy & Procedure
CBC is dedicated to preventing and addressing discrimination based on sex, as required
by federal and state laws. To support this, CBC have clear policies and procedures
for handling complaints of sexual harassment in both the educational programs and
workplace. If someone violates these policies, they may face serious consequences,
including dismissal from CBC or termination of employment.
CBC Student Behavioral Intervention Team (SBIT)
One of the ways we strive to provide a proactive and preventative approach to make
sure you stay safe and happy is through our Student Behavior Intervention Team (SBIT).
The SBIT balances the individual needs of the student with those of the greater College
community to provide a safe campus environment and foster an institutional culture
for sharing information and developing plans of support for students of concern through
collaboration, risk assessment and intervention. You are encouraged to report concerns
of unusual and/or threatening behavior to the SBIT by submitting the SBIT referral
form, even if you aren't experiencing a direct threat or an immediate danger.
Adult Protective Services
877-734-6277
Child Protective Services (CPS)
1661 Fowler, Richland, WA
509-585-3000
Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties
3311 W. Clearwater, Suite C140, Kennewick, WA
509-735-1295
509-582-9841 (Shelter)
800-648-1277 (24-hr toll free)
Kennewick Police Department
211 W. 6th Ave. Kennewick, WA
509-585-4208
Pasco Police Department
215 W. Sylvester St. Pasco, WA
509-545-3421
Richland Police Department
871 George Washington Way, Richland, WA
509-942-7340
Support Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC)
1458 Fowler St, Richland, WA
509-374-5391
888-846-7273 (24 hours)
Mental Health
For immediate assistance, call 911.
CBC Counseling & Advising
We are here to help you. From creating a progressive academic plan to exploring career
options; from dealing with short-term personal issues to getting connected with more
involved mental health resources in the community - CBC's Counseling & Advising team
wants to help you reach your goals and realize your dreams!
C.A.R.E. Student Counseling Services
We provide free, short-term personal counseling services for all current students.
If you need immediate assistance, please come to the Counseling & Advising Center-
someone is available to help you now! The C.A.R.E. (Counseling and Advising Reaching
Everyone) program can help you overcome obstacles that may interfere with your wellbeing
or academic success.
CBC Mental Health Canvas Course
The online Canvas course was created to help further understand mental health and
the challenges people face. The topics/information are alphabetized A-Z for easier
viewing. If after reading the information you find yourself overwhelmed or needing
to talk to someone, please schedule an appointment with one of our Counselors at 509-542-5505
or by emailing our department at counseling@columbiabasin.edu.
Comprehensive Healthcare
2705 St. Andrews Loop, Suite D, Pasco, WA
509-412-1051
Crime Victim Service Center
830 N Columbia Center Blvd. Suite H, Kennewick, WA
509-374-0130
Emmaus Counseling Center
1124 Stevens Drive, Richland, WA
509-946-1430
Grace Clinic
800 W Canal Drive, Kennewick, WA
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 8 pm to 4 pm, Saturday, 8 am to noon
509-735-2300
iMPACT Compassion Center
220 W Kennewick Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-579-0006
Lifeways
595 NW 11th St, Hermiston, OR
541-567-2536
Lourdes Counseling Center
1175 Carondelet Dr, Richland, WA
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8 am to 6:30 pm and Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
509-943-9104 or 509-943-7228 for Outpatient
Lutheran Community Services Northwest
3321 W Kennewick Ave, Suite 150, Kennewick, WA
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm
509-735-6446 or 800-678-4876
N.A.M.I of the Tri-Cities
(National Alliance on Mental Illness)
800-273-8255
Nueva Esperanza Counseling Center
715 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301
509-545-6505
Psychology Today
Online help finding/filtering licensed therapist near you.
Support Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC)
1458 Fowler St, Richland, WA
509-374-5391 or 888-846-7273 (24 hours)
Tri-Cities Community Health Behavioral Health Services
715 W Court St, Pasco, WA
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
509-545-6506
Youth Access & Resource Program
Under the 'Find a Provider' tab you can see more behavioral health resources and waitlists
times.
509-737-2475
Addiction Resources
CBC Counseling & Advising
We are here to help you. From creating a progressive academic plan to exploring career
options; from dealing with short-term personal issues to getting connected with more
involved mental health resources in the community - CBC's Counseling & Advising team
wants to help you reach your goals and realize your dreams!
C.A.R.E. Student Counseling Services
We provide free, short-term personal counseling services for all current students.
If you need immediate assistance, please come to the Counseling & Advising Center-
someone is available to help you now! The C.A.R.E. (Counseling and Advising Reaching
Everyone) program can help you overcome obstacles that may interfere with your wellbeing
or academic success.
CBC Mental Health Canvas Course
The online Canvas course was created to help further understand mental health and
the challenges people face. The topics/information are alphabetized A-Z for easier
viewing. If after reading the information you find yourself overwhelmed or needing
to talk to someone, please schedule an appointment with one of our Counselors at 509-542-5505
or by emailing our department at counseling@columbiabasin.edu.
Sommerset Counseling Center
1305 Mansfield St, #6
Richland, WA 99352
509-942-1624
First Step Community Counseling Services
415 N Morain
Kennewick, WA 99301
509-735-6900
MERIT Resource Services
7510 West Deschutes Place, Kennewick, WA
509-579-0738
Medical
For immediate assistance, call 911.
CBC Dental Hygiene Clinic
CBC Medical Science Center
940 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA
509-542-4571
WA Health plan finder
Washington Healthplanfinder is the place to shop for a health plan in Washington.
Benton Franklin Health District
7102 W Okanogan Pl, Kennewick, WA
509-460-4200
Grace Clinic
800 W Canal Drive, Kennewick, WA
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 8 pm to 4 pm, Saturday, 8 am to noon
509-735-2300
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
888 Swift Boulevard Richland, WA
(main hospital; additional urgent care and other facilities located around Tri-Cities)
509-946-4611
Lourdes Medical Center
520 N 4th Ave, Pasco, WA
509-547-7704
Midtown Dental Clinic
750 George Washington Way, Ste 2, Richland, WA
509-392-8022
Miramar Health Center
1608 N Rd 44, Pasco, WA 99301
6351 W Rio Grande Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-543-9280
Planned Parenthood
3901 W Court St. Pasco, WA
866-904-7721
7426 W. Bonnie Pl. Kennewick, WA
509-783-2859
Tri-Cities Community Health
Numerous locations in Tri-Cities; visit their website for further information
509-547-2204
Trios Health
3810 Plaza Way, Kennewick, WA (hospital/ER; additional locations around Tri-Cities)
509-221-7000
United Family Center
333 W Canal Dr, Kennewick, WA 99336
509-581-0303
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Miramar Health Center
1608 N Road 44, Pasco, WA
509-543-9280
Your Basic Needs Navigator
The Basic Needs Navigator role at CBC is intended to connect students with services, programs, and resources to address basic need insecurities.
My goal is to help students overcome barriers which may prevent them from accessing essential services and improve their overall quality of life.
Luz Gutierrez
