Waukee Area Christian Services (WACS) offers food and medical assistance to those struggling to make ends meet. Supported by area churches, businesses and community organizations, WACS includes a food pantry, free medical clinic, clothing closet, community garden, and seasonal programs.
Waukee Area Christian Services (WACS) offers food and medical assistance to those struggling to make ends meet. Supported by area churches, businesses and community organizations, WACS includes a food pantry, free medical clinic, clothing closet, community garden, and seasonal programs.
Services:
Intake Process:
Waukee Area Christian Services is located in the Northwest Entrance of Westview Church.
Hours:
Food Pantry hours: Monday 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 – 11:00 am
Free Medical Clinic hours: Mondays 5:30 – 7:00 pm walk in or by appointment.
Fruitful Vine Garden: Mondays 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 9:00 – 11:00
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
Website: View Website
The Free Clinic is a non-profit outreach that serves the health needs of the uninsured and under insured in the community. Waukee Area Christian Free Clinic is a member of Free Clinics of Iowa.
Services:
Eligibility:
Open to anyone.
Intake Process:
Walk-ins welcome or call (515) 987-5523 to schedule an appointment.
Hours:
Monday 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Chiropractic Care & Physical Therapy available in rotations. See website for upcoming dates.
Payment:
No cost to participants.
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
Website: View Website
Individuals and families can visit the food pantry once per month to receive about a weeks’ worth of groceries. There is also an Anytime Food Room, which can be accessed once per day.
Families can visit the clothing closet once per month to shop for clothing for children ages 4 – 14. Clients may select items that meet their personal needs and style preferences.
Services:
Eligibility:
Individuals and families must reside in Dallas County, or within Waukee School District.
Intake Process:
First-time visitors to the Food Pantry or Clothing Closet will go through a brief check-in process. Please follow the guidelines below to ensure we can meet your needs:
Hours:
Monday 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 – 11:00 am
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
Website: View Website
Located on the grounds of Westview Church in Waukee, The Fruitful Vine Garden was started in 2009 with the goal of providing fresh produce to clients of the WACS Food Pantry. The garden is a collaborative effort of volunteers, including individuals, families, community groups, and members of the Dallas County Master Gardeners Association. We take pride in growing a variety of chemical-free produce onsite.
Services:
Eligibility:
Open to clients of the Waukee Area Christian Services Food Pantry.
Intake Process:
During the growing season, clients are eligible to visit the garden once a week to receive a “share” of fresh produce based on family size and availability. Before going to the Community Garden, clients must first check-in at the Food Pantry.
Hours:
Fruitful Vine Garden: Mondays 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 9:00 – 11:00
Payment:
No cost to participants
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
Website: View Website
