Wildcats' Den (Basic Needs)
Service hours vary, but appointments can be made by calling (310) 287-4487. Our bi-monthly Pop-up Free Market events are held on two Thursdays of most months, from 12 PM - 3 PM (see dates), or until supplies run out. Note that sometimes, due to holidays, we change the pop-up dates.
New Location: CE 105A
Wildcats' Den (Basic Needs)
The Wildcats' Den supports students by connecting them to on & off-campus resources and community referrals. The Wildcats' Den encompasses those very necessities to survive: Food and Shelter.
We work with you holistically, through a case management model to identify your needs, whether it be food, shelter, health & wellness, a stable income, etc. Then, we link you to available resources to keep you going, having a better chance of focusing and continuing school.
Check out our WLAC Basic Needs Resource Guide. For further assistance, students are encouraged to make an appointment.
Faculty & Staff: Know a student who might benefit from additional support? Please encourage the student to contact the Wildcats' Den via email, wlac-basicneeds@wlac.edu.
Wardrobe & Free Market
We know that it's difficult to focus on your homework when you're worried about meeting your basic needs. To assist in this area, West has established a professional Wardrobe and Free Market supported by donations from the community and West employees and students.
Additional assistance may be available to your through Fresh Success / CalFresh programs.
Support Services
West has a number of support services which assist students with covering educational and living expenses and succeed academically. West students can receive free or low cost health care at the Student Health Center and child care at the Child Development Center.
Shower Facilities
Students enrolled in a credit or non-credit class at West, who are in good standing with the college, may use the gym's shower facilties, located in PEC-S (Women) and PEC-N (Men), Monday – Friday from 11:00am – 2:00pm during the Fall and Spring semesters. Any questions, call (310) 287-8301. Hours may be different during the Winter and Summer sessions and the showers will be closed on campus holidays. NOTE: Due to COVID-19, showers are not currently available.
Resources
Our Academic Counseling and other offices can also connect you to housing, legal and social services outside the campus.
Learn more about local off-campus resources for financial assistance, health care, housing, legal assistance, employment and more.