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HEALTH & WELLNESS Health & Wellness Campus Recreation See the Sports & Recreation section in this guide. Dental Clinic For emergency care: 519-661-3331 For an appointment: 519-661-3326 University of Western Ontario students can receive dental treatment at the Schulich Dental Clinic conveniently located on campus. The Dental Clinic provides a wide range of emergency, preventive and restorative services at a reasonable cost. Eating Disorders www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/nutrition/eating_ disorders.htm www.sds.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?eating_d There are services on campus for students struggling with eating problems. Psychological Services at SDC can provide an assessment of current difficulties. During most of the academic year, an assessment will be offered to you within one week of your contact with us. If appropriate, we will also offer you psychotherapy for your eating issues. The waiting time for therapy varies greatly depending upon the time of year. All students will also be provided referrals. The following services are available to help you with your eating problems: • Student Health Services (Medical and psychiatric evaluation and treatment) • USC Nutritionist • www.hopesgarden.org (information and support for individuals and their families and friends). Food Support Service, USC Email: usc.food.support@uwo.ca www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50 For more information, see the Services to Help You Succeed section in this guide. Health Plan See USC Health Plan and UHIP in this section. Rapid HIV Testing www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=80 The University Students’ Council will be providing free anonymous Rapid HIV Testing for all students. This service is being offered on an anonymous appointment basis - please email usc.hiv.testing@uwo.ca for an appointment. The testing is offered & facilitated by the Options Clinic of London. Hospitals Child and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI)..................519-858-2774 London Health Sciences Centre .................................519-685-8500 Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario .......................519-685-8500 University Campus ....................................................519-685-8500 Victoria Campus (South Street & Westminster Sites) ..........519-685-8500 St. Joseph’s Health Centre ........................................519-646-6100 Thames Valley Children’s Centre ...............................519-685-8700 Medical Note Policy www.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/appeals/ accommodation_medical.pdf A Western Student Medical Certificate (SMC) is required when a student visits an off-campus physician and is requesting academic accommodation. This documentation should be obtained at the time of the initial consultation with the physician or walk-in clinic. An SMC can be downloaded from the Medical Documentation heading at studentservices.uwo.ca. Students obtaining documentation from Student Health Services should sign a “release of information.” This form authorizes Student Health Services to provide information to the student’s home Faculty. Mental Health @ Western www.uwo.ca/uwocom/mentalhealth Western has a number of services and resources that can assist students in managing stress and mental health concerns. We want the entire community to be aware of where to get mental health information and support in a timely fashion. The above site directs you to mental health services and information available on campus. Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ohip/ A resident of Ontario must have a health card to show that he or she is entitled to health care services paid for by OHIP. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care pays for a wide range of services. Most of your Ontario health benefits are covered across Canada. For more information, or how to replace your card, visit the website. Psychological Services Phone: 519-661-3031 www.sdc.uwo.ca/psych Western’s Student Development Centre provides professional, confidential psychological services free of charge to all Western students. We offer individual counseling and group workshops for a wide range of concerns faced by students such as stress, depression/anxiety, decision-making issues, sexuality, sexual assault, self-esteem issues, abuse issues, eating disorders, traumatic events, family problems, grief and loss, disability issues, relationship issues, adjustment issues, loneliness, violence in relationships, body image issues, procrastination, LGBTQ2 issues, and social anxiety. Registered Dietitian Phone: 519-645-1620 Email: noelle@rdservices.ca www.usc.uwo.ca/nutritionist The University Students’ Council has a consulting dietitian, to work with students at Western, and help them reach their optimal nutritional status. Services for UWO students One on one counselling; Dietary intake analysis; Grocery Store tours; Recipe analysis; Sample menus and recipes; Group seminars and cooking classes. Student Health Services Phone: 519-661-3030 www.shs.uwo.ca www.facebook.com/UWOshs www.twitter.com/westernSHS Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30 pm Room 11 UCC (lower level) Student Health Services provides oncampus health care and counselling to all registered part-time and full-time students at Western and Affiliated University Colleges. The clinic is a full service medical clinic that offers birth control information, allergy 42 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013
injections, immunization, and sexually transmitted infection testing. In addition, on-site counselling, massage therapy, physiotherapy and laboratory services are available. Our website provides detailed information about these services, health related resources and assessing your health and wellbeing. Counselling at Health Services Student Health Services offers free individual counselling to all registered students. We have a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychotherapists and social workers who work with the varying needs of students. Counselling is available year round. Maturing and growing emotionally can be a difficult process. We’re here to help you find solutions during these stressful times. Don’t let your medical or emotional concerns affect your acdemic success or well being. For information on counselling services or to book an appointment, please email us at shscns@uwo.ca or call 519-661-3771 to make an appointment. UHIP Phone: 519-661-2194 www.uhip.ca Human Resources, Support Services Building, Level 5 The University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) was created to offer affordable insurance to pay the cost of the hospital and medical services international students and their families might need to maintain their health while at a participating University in Ontario. Signing up for UHIP coverage is mandatory for all international students and the fee is included in the year’s tuition. The plan covers most of what OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan) covers, as well costs usually covered by an extended health care plan. Students have 30 days from the date of your dependents’ arrival in Canada to enrol them in UHIP. If they miss this date, dependents are subject to a $500 late fee and are back dated to their date of arrival in Canada. Non-resident Canadian Students must to enrol in UHIP until they are eligible for OHIP. Please contact the UHIP Administrator at hr-communication@uwo. ca. Where do I print my UHIP card? You will receive an email sent to your Western account directing you to login to a website. Any questions can be emailed to the UHIP Administrator at hr-communication@uwo.ca. For more information about UHIP, please visit www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index. html?uhip New for 2012: USC Dental Plan Starting this fall, students will have Dental Coverage through the USC Health Plan. The cost, which is included in the ancillary fee, is $114 (for 12 month coverage. Students could add their family (spouse and/or dependants) for an additional fee of $171. Students with or without dental coverage can opt-out of the dental plan during the first 30 days of September and then be refunded the $114 (which must be paid at the time tuition is due.) Dental benefit provides coverage for: 100% diagnostic and preventative services 80% fillings and minor restorative 80% anesthesia 80% peridontal scaling 80% removal of impacted wisdom teeth 10% root canal treatment 10% periodontics (other than scaling) $750 annual maximum USC Health Plan Phone: 519-661-3722 www.studentbenefits.ca All full-time undergrads are automatically enrolled in the USC Extended Benefit Health Plan, and are assessed a fee of $100.39 for this plan upon registration. The Plan is effective from September 1st to August 31st, each year, and offers benefits specifically designed for student needs. Students who are covered under an equivalent extended benefit health care plan (in addition to your standard provincial coverage) may choose to “opt-out” of the USC plan. These fees must be paid upfront and will be reimbursed if you opt out. The opt-out deadline for Undergraduate Students is September 30, 2012. Visit the website for more details. HEALTH & WELLNESS STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013 43
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