Basic Needs ProgramsHelpful Information
Our Basic Needs services are open to all SMC students regardless of immigration status, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability.
We encourage students to make appointments with our counselors who can help determine the best supports available as every students needs are unique.
Uwill is an official partner of SMC's Health and Wellness programs. Create a Uwill account to get 24/7 remote basic needs support, mental health support, schedule appointments with SMC Basic Needs Counselors, and get recommendations for local on-campus and off-campus resources based on your needs.
Uwill: Your Virtual Hub for Basic Needs Support
Uwill is a one-stop virtual platform designed to help SMC students access personalized
basic needs support. Whether you're looking for help on campus, in your community,
or through public benefit programs like CalFresh or Medi-Cal, Uwill is here to help with personalized and confidential support.
By creating an account and opening a case, you’ll be screened for a variety of resources and can connect directly with support services. Any enrolled SMC student can utilize Uwill's services and referrals.
You can also book 1-on-1 sessions with Basic Needs Counselors through Uwill to get help applying for aid and navigating available support.
(Please note, you do not need to create a Uwill account to visit Bodega, the on-campus student food pantry)
How to Get Started:
- Visit the SMC Uwill Portal
- Log in using your SMC username and password
- Complete the benefits screener to tell us what resources you're looking for (takes about 10 minutes)
- Explore available resources, connect with live support, and book appointments with Basic Needs Counselors
