Student Resource Guide

Accommodation Services

Provides academic and campus accommodations for any Mental Health, Learning, and or Physical disabilities such as: extra testing time, testing in a distraction reduced area, interpreter services, Housing modifications, etc. To request accommodations

You may also be interested in: • Learning Accommodations   • Mental Health   • Tutoring  
Asylum Resources & Community Support (ASAP)

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) believes that asylum seekers can make great change by standing together. We provide our membership of asylum seekers with legal and community support. And we work with our members - over 600,000 asylum seeker

You may also be interested in: • Immigration  
Carpenter's Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship program for people interested in becoming a carpenter.

You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance  
Contact Us
2200 W 19th Street
Sioux City IA 51103
Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities provides counseling, parenting classes, community outreach, suicide support groups, farm worker's relief, and more.

You may also be interested in: • Immigration   • Mental Health  
Contact Us
1601 Military Rd
Sioux City IA 51103
Get Info
Centers Against Abuse & Sexual Assault (CAASA)

Whether you're looking for support, information, advice, or a referral, our trained support specialists are ready to help.

You may also be interested in: • Mental Health   • Personal Safety  
Cherokee County Veteran's Affairs

Cherokee County Department of Veterans Affairs stands as a voice and an advocate for veterans and their families. We are dedicated to ensuring veterans, their dependents, and their survivors receive the full measure of county, state, and federal bene

Serving
Cherokee
Cherokee Mental Health

The Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI) offers compassionate inpatient treatment for adults facing acute psychiatric challenges. Their dedicated team provides tailored care to support individuals on their journey toward mental health.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Healthcare Access   • Mental Health  
Cherokee Public Health

Cherokee Public Health strives for community wellness and disease prevention including immunizations, community eduction, home care, tobacco prevention and cessation, communicable disease tracking and education, and others.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Healthcare Access   • Men's Health   • Mental Health   • Women's Health  
Contact Us
212 E Bow Drive
Cherokee IA 51012
Get Info
Christian Action Pantry (CAP)

Located in the Immaculate Conception Rectory Basement, the CAP offers a helping hand to those in need within Cherokee County. With compassion and generosity at its core, we strive to alleviate hunger for all who walk through our doors.

Serving
Cherokee
Contact Us
721 W Cedar Street
Cherokee IA
College Snap Project

SNAP--the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is the federal nutrition program that forms the first line of defense against hunger in the U.S. Formerly known as food stamps, this program grants qualifying individuals a monthly benefit to purch

You may also be interested in: • Food Insecurity   •  Housing Assistance   •  Utilities Assistance  
Comet Clinic

The health clinic located on the Sioux City Campus is open for all Western Iowa Tech students and employees. Services include vaccinations, STD testing, basic first aid, program physicals, pregnancy testing and more. Many services are free of charge

Comet Cupboard - Denison

Western Iowa Tech students that struggle to find food resources can come to the Comet Cupboard to receive immediate assistance with items from the food pantry on campus. Visit the front desk for assistance during regular office hours.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Food Insecurity   • Housing Assistance   • Utilities Assistance  
This resource is for WIT students and employees only
Contact Us
11 N 35th Street
Denison IA
Comet Learning Center

The Comet Learning Center offers drop-in tutoring free of charge to all Western Iowa Tech students as well as supplemental instruction for select courses. Schedules change each semester based on resources.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Learning Accommodations   • Tutoring  
Community Action Agency of Siouxland

The Community Action Agency of Siouxland is a non-profit organization that has been servicing low-income individuals and families since 1971. We are dedicated to "Helping People. Changing Lives." We do this through programs that cover various types o

Serving
Sioux City
Contact Us
2700 Leech Avenue
Sioux City IA
Get Info
Counseling Services

Life can be challenging - in so many different ways - and sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Our on-campus mental health professionals are here for our students free of charge. Visit our website for more information and to make an appointmen

You may also be interested in: • Mental Health   • Personal Safety  
This resource is for WIT students and employees only
Contact Us
4647 Stone Avenue
Sioux City IA
Get Info
Crawford county Community Health

Crawford County Community Health is Medicare and Hospice certified and strives to ensure an optimal level of health for all individuals.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Family Planning   • Healthcare Access   • Men's Health   • Women's Health  
Crawford County Temporary Aid Program (TAP)

A two week supply of food is supplied to those in need - access is limited to twice a year per person/family. For more information please call.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Food Insecurity   • Housing Assistance   • Utilities Assistance  
Contact Us
210 S 25th Street
Denison IA
Crittenton Center

The Crittenton Center offers parenting classes, family support, childcare guidance, and assistance with community resources.

Serving
Sioux City
Contact Us
600 4th St
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
CW Suter

Local HVAC and plumbing company providing apprenticeship opportunities in both fields as well as ongoing employee education.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance  
Contact Us
1800 11th Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
DACA Hotline NALEO Educational Fund

NALEO Educational Fund is the nation's leading non-profit, non-partisan organization that facilitates full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. NALEO helps to provide an explanation of status, gu

You may also be interested in: • Immigration  
Denison Job Corps Center

Job Corps specializes in training individuals in skilled trades. The Denison Center specializes in construction and healthcare trades.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance   • Income Assistance  
Contact Us
Denison IA
Disability Resource Center of Siouxland

Disabilities Resource Center of Siouxland (DRC) is a non-profit, non-residential, consumer-driven organization committed to providing and increasing consumer designed services and community awareness regarding disabilities.

Serving
Sioux City
Contact Us
505 5th Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
Emergency Scholarships

Sometimes life happens and you find yourself in a bit of a bind. The Western Iowa Tech Foundation has emergency funds for students with a financial emergency.

Equus Workforce Solutions

Nationwide employment agency that can help locate jobs, training, education, disability services, and family support services.

You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance  
Contact Us
1911 Dakota Avenue
South Sioux City NE 68776
Family Crisis Centers

Free and confidential services, 24/7. Family Crisis Centers provides emergency and transitional housing for victims/survivors of domestic violence for residents of Crawford, Ida, and Monona counties in Iowa.

Serving
Denison
Food Bank of Siouxland

As the only food bank in the Siouxland area, we provide food by the case to over 100 member agencies with food pantries and feeding programs for those in need.

Serving
Sioux City
Gingerbread House Head Start/Early Head Start

Gingerbread House provides free federally-funded early childhood programs serving pregnant women and children up to five years old and their families. Services include education, family engagement, disabilities, health, and nutrition.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Childcare   • Healthcare Access   • Women's Health  
Contact Us
525 Oates Street
Storm Lake IA
Global Education Institute

Students with a F1, J1, visa status can get assistance through the Global Education Institute.

You may also be interested in: • Immigration   • Learning Accommodations   • Legal Help   • Tutoring  
Goodwill of the Great Plains

Pre-vocational and day habilitation services. Community supported employment, life skills program. Ticket to work (for people on social security). Job training and placement. Numerous programs available for people with various needs and abilities.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance   • Income Assistance   • Utilities Assistance  
Immigration Legal Services/American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) Iowa

Legal help and guidance on imigration status and applications.

You may also be interested in: • Immigration  
Contact Us
Internet Access

Students who struggle to maintain stable internet may request use of a MyFI Personal Hotspot from the college. This is handled on a case by case basis.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Internet Access   • Transportation Assistance  
This resource is for WIT students and employees only
Contact Us
4647 Stone Avenue
Sioux City IA 51106
Iowa Department of Human Services (HHS)

Iowa HHS provides high quality programs and services that protect and improve the health and resiliency of individuals, families, and communities.

Contact Us
822 Douglas Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
Iowa Domestic Violence Hotline

The Iowa Domestic Violence Hotline provides help to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, homicide, human trafficking and other violent crimes. They are staffed 24/7 and provide culturally specific services.

You may also be interested in: • Men's Health   • Mental Health   • Women's Health  
Iowa Legal Aid

Iowa Legal Aid provides free civil legal assistance and does not charge our clients for legal services.

You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance   • Legal Help  
Contact Us
520 Nebraska Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
Iowa Sexual Abuse Hotline

For 24/7 help for victims of sexual assault, abuse, or rape. You are not alone. We are here to help.

You may also be interested in: • Men's Health   • Mental Health   • Personal Safety   • Women's Health  
Contact Us
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

IA State University has classes on finances, parenting, child development, etc. Minimal fees may apply.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Family Planning   • Income Assistance  
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services can provide home accessibility updates, vehicle accessibility upgrades, and personal accommodations.

You may also be interested in: • Personal Safety   • Transportation Assistance  
IowaWORKS Center

IowaWORKS provides full-service support in finding jobs, creating resumes, filling out applications, arranging internships, and other job services.

You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance   • Transportation Assistance  
Contact Us
IA
Get Info
IowaWORKS Denison

Provides full-service support in finding jobs, creating resumes, filling out applications, arranging internships, and other job services.

Serving
Denison
Iron Worker's Local 21

Iron worker's union that includes apprenticeship opportunities.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance  
Contact Us
418 Pavonia Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
JATC Apprenticeship Program

Apprenticeship program for people interested in becoming an electrician.

You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance  
Lifeline

Through the Lifeline program, eligible consumers can get a discount on the cost of phone, internet, or bundled services.

You may also be interested in: • Food Insecurity   • Internet Access   • Utilities Assistance  
Contact Us
Get Info
Lutheran Services of Iowa

Lutheran Services strengthens Iowa families through a variety of programs, ranging from early childhood education to behavioral and mental health services.

You may also be interested in: • Childcare   • Immigration   • Mental Health  
Contact Us
1308 S Cleveland St
Sioux City IA 51106
Get Info
Mary's Choice

Mary's Choice is a nonprofit pregnancy and family resource center servicing families in Siouxland with free help through pregnancy into adulthood.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Family Planning   • Personal Safety   • Women's Health  
Mid-Sioux Opportunity

Mid-Sioux manages 14 federal, state, and local programs that are designed to help families and children grow through educational, health, and financial assistance. Check our website for a list of resources and locations.

Serving
Cherokee
National Resource Finder

This national database can be searched by location, category, and resource needed for assistance on a national level.

Contact Us
Get Info
New Opportunities

Committed individuals, local agencies, and volunteers make it possible for New Opportunities Inc. to provide high quality services to individuals and families throughout our seven county service area. The ultimate goal is to "change peoples lives."

Serving
Denison
Norelius Community LIbrary

The Norelius Community Library provides notary services and free wifi as part of their services. Check their website for hours, programs, and events.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Internet Access  
Contact Us
1403 1st Ave S
Denison IA
Get Info
Plains Area Mental Health

Plains Area Mental Health provides outpatient access to psychiatrists, counselors, and therapists for mental health concerns, marriage and family counseling, and depression. A sliding fee program is available.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Healthcare Access   • Mental Health   • Personal Safety  
Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood offers a variety of services including birth control, emergency contraception, mental health, pregnancy testing and planning, prenatal and postpartum services, std testing and treatment, and more.

Serving
Sioux City
Contact Us
4409 Stone Avenue
Sioux City IA 51106
Get Info
Rosecrance Jackson Center

At Rosecrance Jackson Centers, we provide adolescents and adults with individualized addiction treatment that prepares them and their families for life in recovery.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Healthcare Access   • Mental Health   • Personal Safety  
Seasons Center for Behavior Health

The caring professionals at Seasons are dedicated to helping you heal from life's struggles and find balance again. We provide many life-changing behavioral health services to those in need of a little to a lot of care and support.

You may also be interested in: • Healthcare Access   • Mental Health  
Sioux City Housing Help Coordinated Entry

If you are experiencing homelessness in Sioux City, Iowa; Woodbury County, Iowa; or Dakota County, Nebraska; and in need of housing, the first step is to reach out to us. Our staff will conduct an assessment and determine which program would best b

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance   • Income Assistance   • Personal Safety  
Sioux City Transit Bus Passes

Sioux City Transit bus passes are available to Sioux City students to be used throughout the academic year. There may be limited numbers of bus passes available, and an application is required.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Transportation Assistance  
Sioux City Vet Center

Sioux City Vet Center offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Our services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psycholo

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Mental Health   • Veteran Services  
Contact Us
4280 Sergeant Road
Sioux City IA
Get Info
Siouxland Community Health Center

The Siouxland Community Health Center is a nonprofit founded and committed to serve the physical, mental, and dental needs of the community members who may not be able to otherwise afford the care they need.

Serving
Sioux City
Student Housing

The Western Iowa Tech Sioux City campus owns and maintains campus housing with the capacity to accommodate over 500 students.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance  
The Olive Branch

The Olive Branch at Summit Evangelical Free Church provides inexpensive second-hand household items, clothing of all sizes, toys, and more. Visit the website for hours and other details.

Serving
Cherokee
Contact Us
111 S Main Street
Alta IA 51002
Get Info
The Welcome Program

Questions or issues regarding immigration status or process can be addressed.

You may also be interested in: • Immigration  
This resource is for WIT students and employees only
Contact Us
1601 Military Road
Sioux City IA 51103
Title IX - Violence Against Women Act

For resources, support, and questions regarding Title IX - Violence Against Women Act and it's purpose of assisting, supporting, and reporting acts of sexual harassment or assault, domestic violence, stalking, and sex-based discrimination.

TRIO Support Services - Cherokee

Academic support, career counseling, and scholarships for First Gen, low income and qualifying students with disabilities.

Serving
Cherokee
You may also be interested in: • Learning Accommodations   • Scholarships   • Tutoring  
TRIO Support Services - Denison

Academic support, career counseling, and scholarships for First Gen, low income and qualifying students with disabilities.

Serving
Denison
You may also be interested in: • Learning Accommodations   • Scholarships   • Tutoring  
TRIO Support Services - Sioux City

Academic support, career counseling, and scholarships for First Gen, low income and qualifying students with disabilities.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Learning Accommodations   • Scholarships   • Tutoring  
United Community Health Center

United Community Health Center provides primary medical, dental care, and behavioral health. Assistance is available even without insurance. Residents of any county welcome. A sliding fee pay program is available.

Serving
Cherokee
United Way of Siouxland

Community resources for the Siouxland area, including comprehensive lists in Spanish. Our focus is on education, health, and financial stability--the building blocks for a good quality of life.

Contact Us
701 Steuben Street
Sioux City IA 51101
Get Info
Unity in Action

To support Latinos, immigrants, and local partners in accessing resources and promoting just and inclusive communities.

Serving
Sioux City
You may also be interested in: • Immigration   • Men's Health   • Mental Health   • Women's Health  
Upper Des Moines Opportunity Inc

Upper Des Moines Opportunity Inc, offers a wide variety of services for children and families, energy assistance, outreach, health and nutrition, and housing. Serves residents of O'Brien, Clay, and Buena Vista Counties.

Serving
Cherokee
Contact Us
101 East Robins Street
Graettinger IA 51342
Get Info
US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

HUD provides housing support and uplifts communities. Let us guide your next steps to the right place.

You may also be interested in: • Housing Assistance  
Contact Us
320 E 7th Street
Carroll IA 51401
Get Info
Veteran Services

Any veteran in need of navigating the ins and outs of military educational benefits with Western Iowa Tech admissions and financial aid can benefit from these services. Check out all services available to our veteran students on our web page.

West Central Community Action Agency

The West Central Community Action Agency is a non-profit organization located in Harlan, Iowa. We work with families and individuals to offer low-income resources to help enhance the lives of the communities we serve.

Serving
Denison
Contact Us
145 N 7th Street
Denison IA
Get Info
Woodbury County Veterans Community center/Affairs

The Mission at Woodbury County Commission of Veteran Affairs is to assist Woodbury County's Veterans and their legal dependents in obtaining and maintaining any and all Veteran's benefits to which they may be entitled.

Serving
Sioux City
Contact Us
1211 Tri View Ave
Sioux City IA
Get Info
Workstudy Jobs

Work-study jobs are available for Western Iowa Tech students through Student Financial Services (SFS). These jobs are available for citizens and permanent residents, other immigration statuses may be excluded. See SFS to check your eligibility.

You may also be interested in: • Income Assistance   • Scholarships  
Your Life Iowa

When you don't know who to turn to about a problem with alcohol, drugs, gambling, suicidal thoughts or mental health, Your Life Iowa is here for you 24/7. We provide free, confidential support and connect you to resources meant to help you get your l

You may also be interested in: • Mental Health  

The mention or listing of specific providers of services herein is solely for community and student resources purposes and does not imply endorsement by Western Iowa Tech or our partners, nor discrimination against similar agencies or services not mentioned.

Submit a Resource for our review to be included in our Resource Guide. Submission does not guarantee inclusion in the guide.