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Student Health and Wellness

COVID-19 Information

We want to make it impeccably clear that our staff here at the Student Health and Wellness Center (SHAW) stands in solidarity with black people. All lives will not matter until Black Lives Matter.

Read the full statement from SHAW.

Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) offers an integrated model of physical health and mental health services to support the personal and academic success of all Grinnell College students. Wellness, prevention, and health promotion empowers students and helps create an environment where pursuing health and wellness is possible. We utilize a holistic approach to emphasize the spectrum of prevention, intervention, and recovery for a range of health concerns which allows us to embrace and appreciate the differences of each student’s health and wellness needs. Most of our services are covered by the cost of tuition with no additional cost to the students (and not billed to insurance). In addition to nursing, counseling, and case management appointments, we offer a variety of programs, events, and advocacy to help students navigate the world’s complexities as it relates to health and wellbeing. We also help students connect with off-campus medical and mental health providers/specialists in the community when needed.

SHAW supports students’ development of autonomy to feel empowered to make informed choices about their health and wellness during college and after they graduate. To help support this, a SHAW Student Advisory Council was formed.

Visit the SHAW staff page or download this PDF Face Sheet to view current SHAW staff members. 

SHAW Service Changes During COVID-19

Staff members will be available via phone during our normal business hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services Available to All Students

Workshops, accessible to all students, will be offered by SHAW staff on a variety of topics throughout the semester. Check the student health programs for updated information. 

Any student with insurance or medical bill questions can call 641-269-3230.

Services based on student location

Please note that services depend on location and, as noted, what health insurance a student has.

Counseling

SHAW counselors are available via telecounseling visit. Call 641-269-3230 to schedule during business hours.

Nursing 

Students can call 641-269-3230 to schedule a telehealth visit with a SHAW nurse.

Telepsychiatry 

  • Interested students can schedule an informational visit by calling 641-269-3230.
  • Students already using this service will need to call and schedule a visit that will take place in SHAW.

Prescription 

SHAW recommends contacting your pharmacy to establish prescription mail delivery. If you need further assistance after speaking with your pharmacy or are having issues finding a way to get your prescriptions delivered in a timely manner, please call SHAW (641-269-3230) for additional support.

Transportation

SHAW is currently not offering rides to local appointments. If you need a ride to an appointment, please schedule an appointment with a SHAW nurse to discuss options at least 24 hours in advance.  

After-Hours Services

  • Counseling Hotline “Need to Talk?” is available 24/7 by phone at 641-269-4404.
  • Nursing Hotline is available after hours. Call 641-269-3230 and press 2.

If you have scheduled an appointment with a SHAW, you will need to log in from a computer so the nurse can see you. If you do not have a computer, please let the person who schedules your appointment know this. When it is your appointment time, check-in via our online portal.

    Counseling 

    SHAW counselors are available via telecounseling visit. Call 641-269-3230 to schedule during business hours. 

    Nursing

    Students can call 641-269-3230 to schedule a telehealth visit with a SHAW nurse. 

    Telepsychiatry

    • This service is only available to students already enrolled.
    • Students already using this service can call SHAW at 641-269-3230 and schedule a telepsychiatry visit.

    After-Hours Services

    • Counseling Hotline “Need to Talk?” is available 24/7 by phone at 641-269-4404.
    • Nursing Hotline is available after hours. Call 641-269-3230 and press 2.

    Services Consistent With Any Health Insurance

    After-Hours Services

    • Counseling Hotline “Need to Talk?” is available 24/7 by phone at 641-269-4404.
    • Nursing Hotline is available after hours. Call 641-269-3230 and press 2.

    On Student Health Insurance

    • Free telecounseling and telehealth visits are available. To access visit HealthiestYou, download the HealthiestYou app by Teladoc, or call 855-870-5858 to schedule a virtual appointment.
    • Contact a local provider, make sure to ask if they are in-network provider for United Healthcare. Discuss potential fees.
    • Counseling Hotline “Need to Talk?” is available 24/7 by phone at 641-269-4404.

    On Private Health Insurance (Waived the Student Insurance)

    • Free telecounseling and telehealth visits are available. To access, login to Virtual Care Group or text VCG to 635483.
      • Enter your name and P-Card (student ID) number without any zero's.
      • Review the providers and schedule your free appointment.  
    • Counseling Hotline “Need to Talk?” is available 24/7 by phone at 641-269-4404.

    Our license prohibits us from offering medical services to students who are outside of the U.S. Most other campus resources remain available to you, including confidential services via the Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice; Ombuds; and Title IX.

    On Student Health Insurance

    • Seek services from a local provider. Be sure to obtain a receipt for services.
    • Submit a claim through the Gallagher website.

    On Private Health Insurance (Waived the Student Insurance)

    Seek services from a local provider.

    Reminder: You must purchase into the Grinnell Student Health Insurance Plan (pro-rated by term) when you enter/return to the U.S.
    To do so, contact the Office of Student Accounts at 641-269-4100.

    News

    COVID Testing Clinic Changes Testing Style

    On Monday, March 8, Grinnell College’s COVID Testing Clinic will be switching from the saliva test to an anterior nasal swab testing type.

    Weekly COVID-19 Testing Clinic Update: Feb 2, 2021

    For the week of Jan. 25, 2021, 544 unique students were tested with 539 being negative and 5 positive resulting in a 0.92% positivity rate. A total of 378 faculty and staff were tested with 376 being negative and 2 being positive resulting in a 0.53% positivity rate.

    Weekly COVID-19 Testing Clinic Update: Jan. 19

    For the week of Jan. 11, 2021, 85 unique students were tested with 85 being negative and 0 positive resulting in a 0% positivity rate. A total of 273 faculty and staff were tested with 272 being negative and 1 positive resulting in a 0.37% positivity rate.

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    Department Information

    Phone
    (641) 269-3230

    Forum, Lower Level
    1119 Sixth Ave
    Grinnell, IA 50112
    United States

    Hours

    Monday-Friday
    Office Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

    Nursing Appointments: 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Counseling Appointments: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
    Telepsychiatry Appointments: Monday and Thursday  8:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Wednesday: 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

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