From: Mary Halm Date: January 12 Subject: UH&CS January Programs and Updates
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year and welcome back, everyone. A big welcome to our new students on campus as well. Those of us over at University Health and Counseling Services (UH&CS) are glad to see students back on campus this week. While we are glad to have you back on campus, we know this is generally when colds tend to spread throughout the campus community. If you feel under the weather, schedule an appointment with us. UH&CS is here for your physical health needs. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed, you can schedule an appointment with counseling services. UH&CS is here to support you through whatever health ailment you may experience this semester.
UH&CS provides medical, mental health, wellness, and public health services to all CWRU, CIA, CIM, and KSU Podiatry students. All visits to UH&CS are no cost to students, regardless of the type of health insurance you may have.
To access services:
Both mental health and medical appointments can be made online through myhealthconnect.case.edu
Call 216.368.2450 to speak to a 24/7 nurse on call
Call 216.368.5872 to speak with a 24/7 counselor on call
For more information on all of our services, visit the University Health & Counseling Services website. For general questions, email uhcs@case.edu.
Medical Plan Waiver
A reminder from our Student Medical Plan Manager:
Welcome, new students. We are excited to have you join the CWRU community. While you are a student at Case Western Reserve University, we want to ensure that the Student Medical Plan and Services are a positive experience for you. The university has contracted with Aetna Student Health in order to offer enhanced services that are easy to use, affordable, and adaptable to your health care needs. One of the highlights of the Plan is an extensive nationwide health care network with access to doctors and specialists. The Student Medical Plan is offered as a supplement to the excellent care available to all Case Western Reserve students from University Health Services and University Counseling Services.
If you have alternate health insurance coverage that is compliant with the University's waiver criteria, you may submit a waiver to opt out of the coverage.
In addition to support offered through UH&CS, all CWRU, CIA, CIM, and KSU Podiatry students can all access TimelyCare at no-cost!
Other Services Available?
Talk Now- 24/7 in-the-moment mental health support.
Scheduled Counseling- scheduled visits with a licensed counselor, including nights and weekends.
Medical Visits- 24/7, on-demand, and scheduled visits with a licensed medical provider.
Workshops and classes- On-demand and live workshops and classes, including yoga and meditation.
Download the TimelyCare app through your app store or visit the TimelyCare website to enroll. nd and live workshops and classes including yoga and meditation.
Upcoming Wellness Programs
To view all upcoming UH&CS wellness programs visit our Campus Groups page.
Spring Counseling Groups
Counseling Services has new groups to offer this fall and we are excited to share them with you. The following groups are available to all undergraduate, graduate, and professional students at CWRU, CIA, and CIM as well as KSU podiatry students. This Fall we are welcoming:
The Mental Health Ally Training intends to foster a Culture of Care by equipping community members with tools to identify signs of distress and increased safety risks. This training addresses myths about suicide, provides guidance for supportive conversations, and offers a clear framework for seeking support and resources, emphasizing prevention and self-care.
All CWRU Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please see below for upcoming Mental Health Ally Trainings this month.
To view all dates and register visit the UH&CS website.
Mindful Activity Hour
The beginning of the semester means the starts to UH&CS' Mindful Activity Hour series, and this month we are kicking it off with mini canvas paintings.
Explore your creative side and walk away with a fun, colorful piece of art to decorate your space with. There will, of course, be the usual activities like Play-Doh, puzzles, coloring, and more! Bring yourself and a friend (or two)! You can register on campus groups by clicking the link below.
UH&CS and OMA are welcoming back the Wellness Wednesday series this semester, and we are kicking off the program with an information conversation and program regarding SNAP Benefits. Who's eligible, how to apply, how to use them and more. If you or someone you care about needs SNAP Benefits, please join us in this honest, judgement free program on January 28th from 3 - 4 pm in OMA.
UH&Cs and OMA are excited to offer this program in collaboration with the Dean of Students Office for this month's Wellness Wednesday to help you best prepare to navigate the SNAP Benefits system.
Date: Wednesday, January 28th
Time: 2pm-3pm
Location: OMA, (Sears 409)
The PHE team will be back this semester with new and engaging programs for all students. Keep an eye out on the UH&CS social media or find out what your peers have created to support your well-being while managing the busy schedule of a CWRU student. We hope to see you at our events this semester!
Wellness Room
The Wellness room will be open again this semester to all CWRU, CIA, Cand CIM students students to relax, recharge, and take a mindful break. The room is located in the Counseling Services Office, 2nd floor of the Dental Research Building.
Students can stop by and engage in mindful activites like coloring, puzzles, reading, and other crafts. In addition to crafts students can also scheudle an appoinmtnet and enjoy some time in the massage chairs. To guarantee your spot, please reserve in advance at myhealthconnect.case.edu.
The Wellnes Room is open on the following days:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed daily 12:00 – 1:00 PM and on all university holidays
Stop by and give yourself permission to pause—you deserve it!
Noyes Clinic Hours
Starting on Monday, January 12th, Noyes clinic will be open five days a week. Hours at the Dental Research Building remain the same.
The Noyes Clinic schedule can be found below.
Monday- 9:00am- 4:30pm
Tuesday- 1:00pm-4:30pm
Wednesday- 9:00am-4:30pm
Thursday 10:00am- 4:30pm
Friday 9:00am-4:30pm
Closed Daily from 12-1pm for lunch and on all University holidays.
Appointments for all services should be made at myhealthconnect.case.edu prior to coming to clinic.
Happy Lights
Is the joy of being back on campus dampened for you by the lack of sun we experience in Cleveland? The days may be getting longer, but the grey skys persist over the city. If you have noticed you are feeling low at this point in the season, it may be from the lack of sun exposure, and you may be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — a type of depression that can show up during the fall and winter months when there’s less sunlight. It’s normal for moods to dip sometimes, but if you notice these feelings sticking around or getting harder to manage, reach out! You can make a same-day appointment with UH&CS or connect with TimelyCare to talk about what’s going on.
There are ways to support yourself and feel better, including therapy, medication, and light therapy. While you hopefully know that you can reach out to UH&CS for therapy and consultation, did you know that UH&CS has light therapy lamps available for use at our clinic, as well as to borrow for a one-month period of time?
To learn more about access to the Happy Lights, please visit the Happy Light webpage by clicking here.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) will be back again this semester with trainings every month.MHAS prepares participants to recognize warning signs of mental health challenges, offer compassionate initial support, and guide individuals toward appropriate campus or community resources. The curriculum covers common conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, and substance use, and emphasizes non‑judgmental listening, risk awareness, and referral steps.
