For students with children, access to high-quality, reliable child care is a critical component of success, giving parents peace of mind that their children are growing and learning while they are too. Recognizing the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic on parents pursuing post-secondary education, Ivy Tech and Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning have joined forces to provide eligible Ivy Tech students with streamlined access to child care assistance. For more information about this program, please visit: www.ivytech.edu/childcare.
Everyone needs a little help sometimes, and IvyCares is here to provide additional support to you
throughout your academic journey. Sometimes called “wraparound services”, staff in Ivy Tech’s IvyCares offices are here to connect you with campus and community resources. IvyCares focuses on helping students in four major areas, including transportation needs, food insecurity, mental health, and emergency funds.
Our locations have great support resources to assist you when you are in need!
Select the location nearest to you in the dropdown below for more information about local resources that are available.
Areas Where IvyCares Can Help You!
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Student Emergency Aid Fund
The Student Emergency Aid Fund assists students at Ivy Tech Community College through short-term financial emergencies so they can be in class, be prepared, and persist in their academic coursework.
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Transportation to and from classes can be a big issue for any student, but Ivy Tech is here to help you! Many of our campuses offer access to local public transportation and bussing. Additionally, your Ivy Tech campus may be able to connect you with an Uber ride should you be experiencing a short-term or emergency transportation need. Campuses also may have additional resources to assist you; reach out to your Ivy Cares campus staff today to discuss options.
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We know it is difficult for students to concentrate on doing well in the classroom if they are unsure of where they are getting their next meal. Campuses have a variety of options to assist you with your food needs. Some of our locations have on-campus food pantries or food sharing shelves. They may provide meals to students throughout the week. Or some may have grocery store gift cards to help you purchase what you need. To learn about all the options your campus has available, click below to contact your campus IvyCares staff.
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Nationwide, mental health is one of the biggest issues facing college students. Whether you talk to a trusted friend, family member, or someone at Ivy Tech, we want you to ask for help when you need it. Each of the Ivy Tech campuses has connections to mental health resources. Additionally, many of our faculty and staff have received special training to know how to assist students by referring them to mental health services.
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IvyAssist is an amazing website filled with local options to assist Ivy Tech students. Use this website to search for services available in your local area. IvyAssist can connect you with organizations who provide food assistance, housing needs, transportation, health resources, financial assistance, education options, legal services and so much more. To check out what is offered, visit ivyassist.auntbertha.com.
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Access to technology and the internet are keys to student success while in college. To assist students who may lack access to a computer on internet needed for your coursework, the College has a limited supply of loaner laptops and hotspots available for checkout to students with a demonstrated need. Please contact your campus IvyCares staff for more information.
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Find Local IvyCares Contact Info
Don't see a nearby IvyCares location? Call 1-888-489-5463 and we'll get you started.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-643-7133
askanderson@ivytech.edu
Assistant Director Wrap Around Support & Student Life
Cindy Oliva
coliva1@ivytech.edu
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-934-3954
R11express@ivytech.edu
Batesville IvyCares
1 Ivy Tech Drive
Batesville, IN 47006
Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
By Appointment, Extended Hours as Needed
812-374-5191
columbus-dss-cares@ivytech.edu
Columbus IvyCares
4475 Central Avenue
Columbus, IN 47203
Call for an appointment.
219-392-3600
asklakecounty@ivytech.edu
Lake County at Crown Point IvyCares
9900 Connecticut Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307
574-830-0375, ext. 6922
elkhart-pod7@ivytech.edu
Elkhart IvyCares
22531 County Road 18
Goshen, IN 46528
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
Evansville IvyCares
3501 N First Avenue
Evansville, IN 47710
Fax: 812-492-0223
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
Nicholas Spangle
Assistant Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Services and Student Success
260-480-2035
fortwayne-ivycares@ivytech.edu
Fort Wayne IvyCares
3701 Dean Drive, Harshman Hall, Room 1102
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Terre Haute.
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
317-921-4477
abremmer@ivytech.edu
Hamilton County IvyCares Office
300 N. 17th Street
Noblesville, IN 46060
Zoom Video Call
Email abremmer@ivytech.edu to schedule.
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
317-916-7968
indianapolis-ivycares@ivytech.edu
Jordan Snoody, LMHC, BIP Certified
Director Counseling and Wellness Services
(317) 916-7627
Indy-StudentTherapist@ivytech.edu
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Click here to view the IvyCARES Free Counseling flyer.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-252-5463
kokomo-successandretention@ivytech.edu
Kokomo IvyCares
1815 E Morgan Street
Kokomo, IN 46901
Tashona Jones, Director of Student Success and Retention
Mental health counseling available by appointment Kokomo-StudentMentalHealthServices@ivytech.edu
Please use this link to fill out a self-referral form and someone will reach out to follow up with you.
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-269-5615
lf-dss@ivytech.edu
Lafayette IvyCares
3101 S Creasy Lane Ivy Hall 1323
Lafayette, IN 47905
Lake County has 3 full-service locations. Select a location below to see contact information for their IvyCares department.
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Indianapolis.
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-537-4010 ext. 5311
R11express@ivytech.edu
Lawrenceburg IvyCares
50 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Call for an appointment
Mental health counseling available by appointment Kokomo-StudentMentalHealthServices@ivytech.edu
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-265-2580, ext. 4134
rhudson64@ivytech.edu
Madison IvyCares
590 Ivy Tech Drive
Madison, IN 47250
Monday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
765-651-3100, ext. 3407
lpeek@ivytech.edu
Marion IvyCares
261 Commerce Drive
Marion, IN 46953
Mental Health Counseling
765-651-3100, ext. 3407
cscott111@ivytech.edu
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-289-2291, ext. 1785
tjohnson245@ivytech.edu
Muncie IvyCares
345 S High Street, Fisher Building, 1st Floor, Room 104
Muncie, IN 47304
Fax: 765-289-2292
IvyInspire Health & Wellness
765-289-2291, ext. 1785
tjohnson86@ivytech.edu
Fisher Building, 1st Floor, Room 104
Collegiate Recovery
765-289-2291, ext. 1785
tjohnson86@ivytech.edu
Fisher Building, 1st Floor, Room 104
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Evansville.
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
812-246-3301, ext. 4421
sellersburg-ivycares@ivytech.edu
Sellersburg IvyCares
8204 Hwy 311, Pfau Hall, B18
Sellersburg, IN 47172
IvyCares Team:
Dominique Whipple
dwhipple5@ivytech.edu
Mental Health Services:
Heart 2 Heart Wellness Center, Pfau Hall B18
Email for an appointment (telehealth or in-person): therapyforivystudents@heart2heartservices.com
574-289-7001, ext 6922
pod7@ivytech.edu
South Bend IvyCares
220 Dean Johnson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Evansville.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
812-298-2398
mkearns1@ivytech.edu
Terre Haute IvyCares
8000 S Education Drive
Terre Haute, IN 47802
Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
219-464-8514
rcraig21@ivytech.edu
Valparaiso IvyCares
3100 Ivy Tech Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Please contact IvyCares at our full-service campus located in Fort Wayne.