PROVO, UT · WITHIN ABOUT 25 MILES

Help close to
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine–Provo (NoordaCOM).

Food, basic needs, safe housing, and public-benefit starting points near your campus.

SUPPORT ON CAMPUS

Campus resources.

Verified services available directly to Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine–Provo (NoordaCOM) students. Use the contact links below when an appointment or immediate assistance is needed.

01Family support

United Way Sub for Santa assistance

Noorda Student Affairs can help eligible student families complete the seasonal Sub for Santa sign-up and verification process.

  • Available to students who live in Utah County and have children.
  • Sign up and complete verification through Student Affairs—there is no need to visit United Way directly.
  • This is a seasonal program; submit the intake form and confirm current deadlines with Student Affairs.
CURATED STARTING POINTS

Local help, without the hunt.

Distances are approximate from campus. Hours, eligibility, and capacity can change—call or check the provider’s site before traveling.

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Food & meals

4 local resourcesNearest to campus shown first
Foodabout 2 mi from campus

Elevate Utah Emergency Food & Hygiene Assistance

Free emergency food and hygiene items, walk-in support, and referrals to additional community services.

650 W. 100 N., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Walk-ins are available Monday through Friday; call first to confirm hours and available supplies.
Foodabout 3 mi from campus

Community Action Services and Food Bank

Food pantry plus rent, deposit, transportation, and emergency shelter-voucher assistance when available.

815 S. Freedom Blvd., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Call or review the site for intake and pantry hours.
Foodabout 9 mi from campus

Tabitha's Way Spanish Fork Pantry

A two-week supply of groceries and referrals to other self-reliance resources for eligible households.

50 E. 100 N., Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Good to know: Reservations are optional but faster; bring identification and proof of address.
Fooddelivered to your home from campus

Pantry to Porch

Free home delivery of food-pantry items for Utah County households that cannot easily reach a pantry.

Utah County delivery service
Good to know: Submit the online food request; delivery depends on service coverage and volunteer availability.
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Housing & safety

4 local resourcesNearest to campus shown first
Housingabout 2 mi from campus

Alpine House

Temporary, supportive group housing for adults transitioning from inpatient mental-health care or managing significant emotional challenges.

156 S. 300 W., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Applicants generally need a referral from a recognized agency and are admitted based on screening and space.
Housingabout 2 mi from campus

Food & Care Transitional Housing

Case-managed transitional housing and support for adults experiencing homelessness.

299 E. 900 S., Provo, UT 84606
Good to know: Contact the coalition to ask about eligibility and openings.
Housingabout 3 mi from campus

Community Action Housing Services

Rent and utility assistance, eviction prevention, motel vouchers, and housing-stability support when funding is available.

815 S. Freedom Blvd., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Call for an assessment because eligibility, appointments, and available funding vary.
Housingabout 3 mi from campus

Housing Authority of Utah County

Affordable-housing options for eligible families, including public housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.

485 N. Freedom Blvd., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Review current waiting-list status and complete the appropriate pre-application online.
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Clothing & essentials

8 local resourcesNearest to campus shown first
Essentialsabout 2 mi from campus

Food & Care Coalition

Meals, hygiene supplies, showers, laundry, clothing, dental care, and service referrals.

299 E. 900 S., Provo, UT 84606
Good to know: Meal and day-service hours vary by program.
Essentialsabout 2 mi from campus

Mountainlands Community Health Center

Medical, dental, behavioral-health, pharmacy, and care-management services with sliding-fee discounts based on household income.

589 S. State St., Provo, UT 84606
Good to know: Call to establish care and ask what income documentation is needed for the sliding-fee program.
Essentialsabout 3 mi from campus

Welcome Baby & Parents as Teachers

Free Utah County home visits, developmental and postpartum screenings, parent education, and referrals for pregnant people and families with young children.

Utah County Health Department, 151 S. University Ave., Provo, UT 84601
Good to know: Call to discuss eligibility or request a referral; services are available in English and Spanish.
Essentialsabout 4 mi from campus

BYU Community Legal Clinic

Free legal assistance for community members on matters including immigration, contracts, housing, and other civil issues.

1060 E. Campus Dr., Wilkinson Center 2400, Provo, UT 84604
Good to know: Email communitylegalclinic@law.byu.edu to request an appointment; assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Essentialsabout 6 mi from campus

Family Haven Parenting & Family Support

Parenting education and family-support services for Utah County families, including coaching and other prevention-focused programs.

Utah Valley Family Support & Treatment Center, Orem, UT
Good to know: Call to register for the next parenting course or ask about current family-support services.
Essentialsabout 7 mi from campus

The Refuge Utah

Confidential crisis intervention, advocacy, support groups, counseling, and referrals related to domestic or sexual violence.

1433 E. 840 N., Orem, UT 84097
Good to know: Use the 24-hour helpline for urgent support; the office phone is 801-227-5038.
Essentialsabout 8 mi from campus

MAG HEAT Utility Assistance

Income-qualified help with household power and gas costs, including additional crisis assistance for qualifying shutoff situations.

478 S. Geneva Rd., Vineyard, UT 84059
Good to know: Apply online or call for application help; gather recent utility bills and household income documentation.
Essentialsonline and local providers from campus

Kids in Care

Time-limited child-care assistance for eligible recently unemployed parents while they complete formal job-search activities.

Utah statewide program serving Utah County
Good to know: Review eligibility before applying; qualifying parents may receive up to 150 hours of job-search child care.
UTAH BENEFITS GUIDE

How to apply for
Utah SNAP.

This is a practical overview, not an eligibility decision. Apply in the state where you currently live and let the agency review your full circumstances.

Apply through myCaseOr call 866-435-7414
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Open myCase and select SNAP. Utah allows you to file with your name, address, and signature first, then complete the remaining application.

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Add household members, income, housing and utility expenses, and student information. You do not need documents just to submit the initial application.

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Complete the eligibility interview and provide requested proof. Check myCase for notices, deadlines, and application status.

04

Ask about expedited service if food is needed immediately; qualifying households may receive SNAP within 7 days. Approved benefits load to a Horizon card.

If approved

Your benefits are delivered on a Utah Horizon card. Save notices and note your review or recertification date.

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IMPORTANT FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS

Being low-income alone may not satisfy the SNAP student rule.

Students enrolled at least half-time generally need a student exemption in addition to meeting the usual income and household rules. Common exemptions include working at least 20 hours a week, participating in federal or state work-study, having a qualifying disability, caring for a young child, or being under 18 or age 50 or older. The state agency—not this site—makes the decision.

PHONE & INTERNET

Stay connected for less.

Federal Lifeline benefit

Qualifying households can receive a monthly discount on phone or internet service. SNAP or Medicaid participation may help establish eligibility.

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One call for current local help

Dial 211 for confidential, updated referrals for food, rent, utilities, clothing, health care, transportation, and shelter.

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Built to be checked.

Listings were assembled from provider, city, county, state, and federal sources and reviewed in September 2026. Resources are ordered by approximate distance from campus, nearest first. Inclusion is informational, not an endorsement. If a listing has changed, use 211 for a current referral.