Mercy College of Health Sciences is proud to offer Catherine's Cabinet, a student food bank providing supplemental support to students who are facing food insecurity and need assistance. Although supplemental support does not supply all the food needed, the goal is to provide food and other items to help students with their basic needs. Students who struggle with food insecurity or need assistance are eligible to receive food at their own discretion.
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We know life can be unpredictable. We've compiled a Community Resource Guide with a variety of resources that are available in the Des Moines area with everything from childcare assistance to emergency shelter resources.
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Our hope is that you'll lean on us for whatever you may need. Please contact Bo Bonner, MDiv., Director of Mission and Ministry at (515) 643-6736 or Bbonner@mercydesmoines.org with any questions or concerns. You may also contact the Norkaitis Student Success Center at studentsuccess@mchs.edu or (515) 643-6620.
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Mercy College of Health Sciences has been transforming students into healthcare professionals since 1899. Located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, we offer master's degrees, bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, certificate programs, and continuing education courses.
Mercy College is the only private Catholic college in central Iowa and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), in addition to numerous programmatic accreditors.
Mercy College is a Catholic, accredited, nonprofit institution of higher learning.
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