Student health and wellness

Taking a holistic approach to total health, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine offers a wealth of resources for students in regard to every aspect — or domain — that contributes to a person’s sense of well-being, physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, occupational, environmental and financial.

Resources

Student Health Services (SHS): SHS minimizes health-related barriers to learning. The SHS office staff and website provide information and referral to urgent care, primary and specialty care, health insurance and credentialing. SHS mental health and counseling case management provides consultation and referral as needed to teletherapy and local providers.

TimelyCare: A digital solution that offers on-demand 24/7 access to mental health and medical care and a diverse, culturally competent provider network. Services include scheduled counseling, health coaching, yoga, meditation and self-care resources.

Center for Student Life and Wellness: Coordination of wellness and engagement resources and programming through partnership with students. The center oversees wellness programs and supports over 75 student clubs and organizations that serve students’ personal, professional and community engagement interests. It also includes the following dedicated spaces: fitness, recreation and relaxation space; multi-cultural center; meditation and prayer room; student government offices; kitchenette; student lounge.

Geisinger Peer Support: Peer Navigators are a student-led group that supports students in addressing academic stress, interpersonal conflicts, imposter syndrome, feelings of isolation and general mental health concerns.

CARE Team: The CARE Team provides support and referral services to students experiencing stress. By partnering with members of the community, the CARE Team strives to promote individual well-being and success while prioritizing community safety.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA): MHFA is a course designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or having a mental health crisis.